Virgin Australia VA243 Flight Status
According to the latest from Trip.com for Virgin Australia Flight VA243 from Melbourne to Adelaide (MEL–ADL): Great news — Flight VA243 has landed safely at Adelaide Airport (ADL) at 7:59 PM local time, arriving about 16m early.
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 5m early
1h 25m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
11
Arrival Gate
16
Baggage
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 16m early
1h 25m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
13
Arrival Gate
15
Baggage
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
1h 25m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
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Arrival Gate
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Baggage
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VA1373
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Launceston (LST)
Melbourne (MEL)
Melbourne (MEL)
Scheduled: 5:50 PM
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14m late
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VA243 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the VA243 flight flying from Melbourne to Adelaide on 10/22/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Boeing 737-800. This aircraft has been in service for 14y, 8m. The aircraft is equipped with 176 seats.
Boeing 737-800
Punctuality (Departure)
71
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
90
%
Late on average
3 minutes
Age
14y, 8m
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 42% 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 47% of flights
50 cm
Seat width
120°
Reclining Angle
2-2
Seat layout example
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Flight History for VA243
Trip.com historical records show that the last VA243 flight departed on Wed, Oct 21 from MEL at approximately 7:39 PM. This flight is expected to arrrive in ADL at 8:10 PM.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Fri, Oct 16 | Melbourne (MEL) | Adelaide (ADL) | 738 | 7:29 PM | 7:59 PM | Arrived |
| Sun, Oct 18 | Melbourne (MEL) | Adelaide (ADL) | JET | -- | -- | Canceled |
| Mon, Oct 19 | Melbourne (MEL) | Adelaide (ADL) | 738 | 7:50 PM | 8:23 PM | Arrived |
| Tue, Oct 20 | Melbourne (MEL) | Adelaide (ADL) | 738 | 7:31 PM | 7:57 PM | Arrived |
| Wed, Oct 21 | Melbourne (MEL) | Adelaide (ADL) | 738 | 7:39 PM | 8:10 PM | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 22 | Melbourne (MEL) | Adelaide (ADL) | 738 | 7:29 PM | 7:59 PM | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 23 | Melbourne (MEL) | Adelaide (ADL) | 738 | 7:20 PM | 8:15 PM | Scheduled |
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VA243 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of VA243 is 71% (Late on average 25 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 90% (Late on average 3 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
13
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
90
%
Late on average
3 minutes
Early
48
%
On time
43
%
30 mins late
10
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
0
%
Canceled
13
%
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current status of flight va243?
Flight va243 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival 7:59 PM (updated Oct 22, 2026).Is flight va243 on time today?
Flight va243 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival was 7:59 PM; follow airport screens for the baggage carousel.Has flight va243 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight va243 is scheduled to depart at 7:20 PM. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 7:29 PM, and the current status is Arrived (updated Oct 22, 2026).When is flight va243 scheduled to arrive?
Flight va243 is scheduled to arrive at 8:15 PM. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 7:59 PM. Status is Arrived as of Oct 22, 2026.What is the gate information for flight va243?
For flight va243, the departure terminal is T3 and the boarding gate is 13. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.What route does flight va243 fly?
Flight va243 is operated by Virgin Australia from Melbourne (MEL) to Adelaide (ADL). Typical flight time is about 1 hour25 minutes; operating days may include Thursday.How can I check real-time status for flight va243?
Track flight va243 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 va243 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If va243 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Arrived, updated Oct 22, 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 va243 departed from Melbourne?
Flight va243 has already left Melbourne and completed its journey. Departure was 7:29 PM; actual arrival 7:59 PM.What is the seat configuration for flight va243?
Flight va243 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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