Virgin Australia VA242 Flight Status
According to the latest from Trip.com for Virgin Australia Flight VA242 from Adelaide to Melbourne (ADL–MEL): Flight VA242 has landed safely at Melbourne Airport (MEL) at 10:21 PM local time, arriving approximately 41m behind schedule.
Thu, Oct 29
Fri, Oct 30
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Arrived
The flight has arrived on time
1h 20m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
16
Arrival Gate
1
Baggage
1
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 41m late
1h 20m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
15
Arrival Gate
10
Baggage
1
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Canceled
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Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
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Arrival Gate
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Baggage
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VA241
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Melbourne (MEL)
Adelaide (ADL)
Adelaide (ADL)
Scheduled: 7:10 PM
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32m late
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VA242 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the VA242 flight flying from Adelaide to Melbourne on 10/30/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Boeing 737-800. This aircraft has been in service for 9y, 1m. The aircraft is equipped with 176 seats.
Boeing 737-800
Punctuality (Departure)
60
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
60
%
Late on average
13 minutes
Age
9y, 1m
Seats
176
Flight Distance
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Economy
Business
In-Flight Services
None
Inflight entertainment is available
Unknown
USB port
Seat Information
79 cm
More legroom than on 39% 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 45% of flights
50 cm
Seat width
120°
Reclining Angle
2-2
Seat layout example
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Flight History for VA242
Trip.com historical records show that the last VA242 flight departed on Thu, Oct 29 from ADL at approximately 8:14 PM. This flight is expected to arrrive in MEL at 9:40 PM.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Sun, Oct 25 | Adelaide (ADL) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 9:02 PM | 10:32 PM | Arrived |
| Mon, Oct 26 | Adelaide (ADL) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 8:04 PM | 9:30 PM | Arrived |
| Tue, Oct 27 | Adelaide (ADL) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 8:00 PM | 9:28 PM | Arrived |
| Wed, Oct 28 | Adelaide (ADL) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 8:51 PM | 10:19 PM | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 29 | Adelaide (ADL) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 8:14 PM | 9:40 PM | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 30 | Adelaide (ADL) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 8:56 PM | 10:21 PM | Arrived |
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VA242 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of VA242 is 60% (Late on average 36 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 60% (Late on average 13 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
60
%
Late on average
36 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
60
%
30 mins late
0
%
60 mins late
40
%
90 mins late
0
%
Canceled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
60
%
Late on average
13 minutes
Early
40
%
On time
20
%
30 mins late
40
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
0
%
Canceled
0
%
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current status of flight va242?
Flight va242 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival 10:21 PM (updated Oct 30, 2026).Is flight va242 on time today?
Flight va242 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival was 10:21 PM; follow airport screens for the baggage carousel.Has flight va242 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight va242 is scheduled to depart at 7:50 PM. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 8:56 PM, and the current status is Arrived (updated Oct 30, 2026).When is flight va242 scheduled to arrive?
Flight va242 is scheduled to arrive at 9:40 PM. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 10:21 PM. Status is Arrived as of Oct 30, 2026.What is the gate information for flight va242?
For flight va242, the departure terminal is T1 and the boarding gate is 15. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.What is the baggage carousel number for flight va242?
After arrival, baggage for flight va242 is expected at carousel 1 in terminal T3. Carousel numbers are assigned close to landing and may change—follow airport signs on arrival.What route does flight va242 fly?
Flight va242 is operated by Virgin Australia from Adelaide (ADL) to Melbourne (MEL). Typical flight time is about 1 hour20 minutes; operating days may include Friday.How can I check real-time status for flight va242?
Track flight va242 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 va242 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If va242 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Arrived, updated Oct 30, 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 va242 departed from Adelaide?
Flight va242 has already left Adelaide and completed its journey. Departure was 8:56 PM; actual arrival 10:21 PM.What is the seat configuration for flight va242?
Flight va242 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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