Virgin Australia VA1428 Flight Status
According to the latest from Trip.com for Virgin Australia Flight VA1428 from Cairns to Sydney (CNS–SYD): Great news — Flight VA1428 has landed safely at Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD) at 9:58 PM local time, arriving about 12m early.
Thu, Oct 22
Fri, Oct 23
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 18m late
2h 55m
Check-in Counter
30-36
Boarding Gate
18
Arrival Gate
43
Baggage
D3
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 12m early
2h 55m
Check-in Counter
30-36
Boarding Gate
18
Arrival Gate
36
Baggage
D3
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VA1423
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Sydney (SYD)
Cairns (CNS)
Cairns (CNS)
Scheduled: 5:25 PM
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27m early
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VA1428 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the VA1428 flight flying from Cairns to Sydney on 10/23/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Boeing 737-800. This aircraft has been in service for 15y, 7m. The aircraft is equipped with 176 seats.
Boeing 737-800
Punctuality (Departure)
87
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
93
%
Early on average
3 minutes
Age
15y, 7m
Seats
176
Flight Distance
--
Economy
Business
In-Flight Services
None
Inflight entertainment is available
Unknown
USB port
Seat Information
79 cm
More legroom than on 58% of flights
43 cm
Seat width
110°
Reclining Angle
3-3
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
Meal included
Inflight entertainment is available
Unknown
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
97 cm
More legroom than on 50% of flights
50 cm
Seat width
120°
Reclining Angle
2-2
Seat layout example
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Flight History for VA1428
Trip.com historical records show that the last VA1428 flight departed on Thu, Oct 22 from CNS at approximately 6:49 PM. This flight is expected to arrrive in SYD at 10:28 PM.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Mon, Oct 12 | Cairns (CNS) | Sydney (SYD) | JET | -- | -- | Canceled |
| Thu, Oct 15 | Cairns (CNS) | Sydney (SYD) | 738 | 6:29 PM | 9:58 PM | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 16 | Cairns (CNS) | Sydney (SYD) | 738 | 6:23 PM | 9:56 PM | Arrived |
| Sun, Oct 18 | Cairns (CNS) | Sydney (SYD) | 738 | -- | -- | Canceled |
| Mon, Oct 19 | Cairns (CNS) | Sydney (SYD) | 73H | -- | -- | Canceled |
| Thu, Oct 22 | Cairns (CNS) | Sydney (SYD) | 738 | 6:49 PM | 10:28 PM | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 23 | Cairns (CNS) | Sydney (SYD) | 738 | 6:10 PM | 9:58 PM | Arrived |
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VA1428 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of VA1428 is 87% (Late on average 10 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 93% (Early on average 3 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
87
%
Late on average
10 minutes
Early
23
%
On time
63
%
30 mins late
13
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
0
%
Canceled
3
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
93
%
Early on average
3 minutes
Early
73
%
On time
20
%
30 mins late
3
%
60 mins late
3
%
90 mins late
0
%
Canceled
3
%
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current status of flight va1428?
Flight va1428 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival 9:58 PM (updated Oct 23, 2026).Is flight va1428 on time today?
Flight va1428 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival was 9:58 PM; follow airport screens for the baggage carousel.Has flight va1428 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight va1428 is scheduled to depart at 6:15 PM. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 6:10 PM, and the current status is Arrived (updated Oct 23, 2026).When is flight va1428 scheduled to arrive?
Flight va1428 is scheduled to arrive at 10:10 PM. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 9:58 PM. Status is Arrived as of Oct 23, 2026.What is the gate information for flight va1428?
For flight va1428, the departure terminal is T2 and the boarding gate is 18. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.What is the baggage carousel number for flight va1428?
After arrival, baggage for flight va1428 is expected at carousel D3 in terminal T2. Carousel numbers are assigned close to landing and may change—follow airport signs on arrival.What route does flight va1428 fly?
Flight va1428 is operated by Virgin Australia from Cairns (CNS) to Sydney (SYD). Typical flight time is about 2 hours55 minutes; operating days may include Friday.How can I check real-time status for flight va1428?
Track flight va1428 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 va1428 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If va1428 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Arrived, updated Oct 23, 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 va1428 departed from Cairns?
Flight va1428 has already left Cairns and completed its journey. Departure was 6:10 PM; actual arrival 9:58 PM.What is the seat configuration for flight va1428?
Flight va1428 usually flies a Boeing 737-800 with seat layout 3-3. Layouts can differ by aircraft subtype and cabin product—confirm your seat map in Manage Booking after you purchase.
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