Virgin Australia VA1290 Flight Status
According to the latest from Trip.com for Virgin Australia Flight VA1290 from Cairns to Melbourne (CNS–MEL): Great news — Flight VA1290 has landed safely at Melbourne Airport (MEL) at 1:34 PM local time, arriving about 6m early.
Sat, Oct 24
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 6m early
3h 30m
Check-in Counter
30-36
Boarding Gate
21
Arrival Gate
8
Baggage
2
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VA1290 Aircraft Details
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Punctuality (Departure)
71
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
81
%
Late on average
4 minutes
Age
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Seats
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Flight Distance
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Economy
In-Flight Services
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Seat Information
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Legroom
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Seat width
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Reclining Angle
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Flight History for VA1290
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| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Sun, Oct 18 | Cairns (CNS) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 10:10 AM | 2:21 PM | Arrived |
| Mon, Oct 19 | Cairns (CNS) | Melbourne (MEL) | B38M | 9:52 AM | 1:57 PM | Arrived |
| Tue, Oct 20 | Cairns (CNS) | Melbourne (MEL) | B38M | 10:03 AM | 2:16 PM | Arrived |
| Wed, Oct 21 | Cairns (CNS) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 9:18 AM | 1:35 PM | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 22 | Cairns (CNS) | Melbourne (MEL) | B38M | 9:49 AM | 1:58 PM | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 23 | Cairns (CNS) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 10:07 AM | 2:21 PM | Arrived |
| Sat, Oct 24 | Cairns (CNS) | Melbourne (MEL) | B38M | 9:24 AM | 1:34 PM | Arrived |
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VA1290 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of VA1290 is 71% (Late on average 25 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 81% (Late on average 4 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
71
%
Late on average
25 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
71
%
30 mins late
24
%
60 mins late
5
%
90 mins late
0
%
Canceled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
81
%
Late on average
4 minutes
Early
62
%
On time
19
%
30 mins late
19
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
0
%
Canceled
0
%
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current status of flight va1290?
Flight va1290 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival 1:34 PM (updated Nov 11, 2026).Is flight va1290 on time today?
Flight va1290 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival was 1:34 PM; follow airport screens for the baggage carousel.Has flight va1290 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight va1290 is scheduled to depart at 9:10 AM. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 9:24 AM, and the current status is Arrived (updated Nov 11, 2026).When is flight va1290 scheduled to arrive?
Flight va1290 is scheduled to arrive at 1:40 PM. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 1:34 PM. Status is Arrived as of Nov 11, 2026.What is the gate information for flight va1290?
For flight va1290, the departure terminal is T2 and the boarding gate is 21. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.What is the baggage carousel number for flight va1290?
After arrival, baggage for flight va1290 is expected at carousel 2 in terminal T3. Carousel numbers are assigned close to landing and may change—follow airport signs on arrival.What route does flight va1290 fly?
Flight va1290 is operated by Virgin Australia from Cairns (CNS) to Melbourne (MEL). Typical flight time is about 3 hours30 minutes; operating days may include Wednesday.How can I check real-time status for flight va1290?
Track flight va1290 on this Trip.com status page for live departure, arrival, gate and baggage updates. For push alerts on the go, open the same flight in the Trip.com App and turn on flight notifications.If flight va1290 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If va1290 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Arrived, updated Nov 11, 2026). Contact Virgin Australia or your booking channel for rebooking or refund options, and check Trip.com Manage Booking if you booked on Trip.com.Has flight va1290 departed from Cairns?
Flight va1290 has already left Cairns and completed its journey. Departure was 9:24 AM; actual arrival 1:34 PM.
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