Virgin Australia VA516 Flight Status
According to the latest from Trip.com for Virgin Australia Flight VA516 from Gold Coast to Sydney (OOL–SYD): Flight VA516 has landed safely at Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD) at 12:56 PM local time, arriving approximately 6m behind schedule.
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 36m late
1h 30m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
15
Arrival Gate
A33
Baggage
D2
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 6m late
1h 30m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
21
Arrival Gate
35
Baggage
D2
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
1h 30m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
20
Arrival Gate
33
Baggage
D2
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VA511
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Sydney (SYD)
Gold Coast (OOL)
Gold Coast (OOL)
Scheduled: 9:40 AM
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13m late
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VA516 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the VA516 flight flying from Gold Coast to Sydney on 10/23/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Boeing 737-800. This aircraft has been in service for 14y, 5m. The aircraft is equipped with 176 seats.
Boeing 737-800
Punctuality (Departure)
53
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
80
%
Late on average
17 minutes
Age
14y, 5m
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 48% of flights
43 cm
Seat width better than on 10% of flights
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 44% of flights
50 cm
Seat width
120°
Reclining Angle
2-2
Seat layout example
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Flight History for VA516
Trip.com historical records show that the last VA516 flight departed on Thu, Oct 22 from OOL at approximately 12:40 PM. This flight is expected to arrrive in SYD at 2:59 PM.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Mon, Oct 19 | Gold Coast (OOL) | Sydney (SYD) | 738 | 11:07 AM | 1:15 PM | Arrived |
| Tue, Oct 20 | Gold Coast (OOL) | Sydney (SYD) | 738 | 10:47 AM | 12:50 PM | Arrived |
| Wed, Oct 21 | Gold Coast (OOL) | Sydney (SYD) | 738 | 10:56 AM | 1:04 PM | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 22 | Gold Coast (OOL) | Sydney (SYD) | 738 | 12:40 PM | 2:59 PM | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 23 | Gold Coast (OOL) | Sydney (SYD) | 738 | 10:46 AM | 12:56 PM | Arrived |
| Sat, Oct 24 | Gold Coast (OOL) | Sydney (SYD) | 738 | 10:20 AM | 12:50 PM | Scheduled |
| Sun, Oct 25 | Gold Coast (OOL) | Sydney (SYD) | 738 | 10:20 AM | 12:50 PM | Scheduled |
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VA516 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of VA516 is 53% (Late on average 35 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 80% (Late on average 17 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
53
%
Late on average
35 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
53
%
30 mins late
37
%
60 mins late
7
%
90 mins late
3
%
Canceled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
80
%
Late on average
17 minutes
Early
27
%
On time
53
%
30 mins late
10
%
60 mins late
7
%
90 mins late
3
%
Canceled
0
%
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current status of flight va516?
Flight va516 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival 12:56 PM (updated Oct 23, 2026).Is flight va516 on time today?
Flight va516 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival was 12:56 PM; follow airport screens for the baggage carousel.Has flight va516 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight va516 is scheduled to depart at 10:20 AM. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 10:46 AM, and the current status is Arrived (updated Oct 23, 2026).When is flight va516 scheduled to arrive?
Flight va516 is scheduled to arrive at 12:50 PM. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 12:56 PM. Status is Arrived as of Oct 23, 2026.What is the gate information for flight va516?
For flight va516, the departure terminal is T1 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 va516?
After arrival, baggage for flight va516 is expected at carousel D2 in terminal T2. Carousel numbers are assigned close to landing and may change—follow airport signs on arrival.What route does flight va516 fly?
Flight va516 is operated by Virgin Australia from Gold Coast (OOL) to Sydney (SYD). Typical flight time is about 1 hour30 minutes; operating days may include Friday.How can I check real-time status for flight va516?
Track flight va516 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 va516 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If va516 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 va516 departed from Gold Coast?
Flight va516 has already left Gold Coast and completed its journey. Departure was 10:46 AM; actual arrival 12:56 PM.What is the seat configuration for flight va516?
Flight va516 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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