Virgin Australia VA551 Flight Status
According to the latest from Trip.com for Virgin Australia Flight VA551 from Sydney to Perth (SYD–PER): Flight VA551 has landed safely at Perth Airport (PER) at 9:21 AM local time, arriving approximately 1m behind schedule.
Thu, Oct 29
Fri, Oct 30
Sat, Oct 31
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 19m early
5h 5m
Check-in Counter
12-23,46-49
Boarding Gate
A41
Arrival Gate
44
Baggage
--
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 1m late
5h 5m
Check-in Counter
12-23,46-49
Boarding Gate
A38
Arrival Gate
46
Baggage
--
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
5h 5m
Check-in Counter
12-23,46-49
Boarding Gate
A31
Arrival Gate
43
Baggage
--
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VA570
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Perth (PER)
Sydney (SYD)
Sydney (SYD)
Scheduled: 6:10 AM
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9m early
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VA551 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the VA551 flight flying from Sydney to Perth on 10/30/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Boeing 737 MAX 8. This aircraft has been in service for 4m. The aircraft is equipped with 177 seats.
Boeing 737 MAX 8
Punctuality (Departure)
67
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
93
%
Early on average
3 minutes
Age
4m
Seats
177
Flight Distance
--
Economy
Business
Premium Economy
In-Flight Services
None
Inflight entertainment is available
Wi-Fi (additional charge)
USB port
Seat Information
76 cm
More legroom than on 11% of flights
43 cm
Seat width
100°
Reclining Angle
3-3
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
Meal included
Inflight entertainment is available
Wi-Fi is available
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
94 cm
Legroom
53 cm
Seat width better than on 43% of flights
120°
Reclining Angle
2-2
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
None
On-demand entertainment
Wi-Fi is available
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
86 cm
Legroom
43 cm
Seat width
110°
Reclining Angle
--
Seat layout example
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Flight History for VA551
Trip.com historical records show that the last VA551 flight departed on Thu, Oct 29 from SYD at approximately 7:42 AM. This flight is expected to arrrive in PER at 9:01 AM.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Mon, Oct 26 | Sydney (SYD) | Perth (PER) | B38M | 7:49 AM | 9:25 AM | Arrived |
| Tue, Oct 27 | Sydney (SYD) | Perth (PER) | 738 | 7:33 AM | 9:07 AM | Arrived |
| Wed, Oct 28 | Sydney (SYD) | Perth (PER) | JET | -- | -- | Canceled |
| Thu, Oct 29 | Sydney (SYD) | Perth (PER) | 738 | 7:42 AM | 9:01 AM | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 30 | Sydney (SYD) | Perth (PER) | B38M | 7:34 AM | 9:21 AM | Arrived |
| Sat, Oct 31 | Sydney (SYD) | Perth (PER) | B38M | 7:15 AM | 9:20 AM | Scheduled |
| Sun, Nov 1 | Sydney (SYD) | Perth (PER) | B38M | 7:15 AM | 9:20 AM | Scheduled |
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VA551 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of VA551 is 67% (Late on average 36 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 93% (Early on average 3 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
67
%
Late on average
36 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
67
%
30 mins late
20
%
60 mins late
3
%
90 mins late
10
%
Canceled
2
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
93
%
Early on average
3 minutes
Early
83
%
On time
10
%
30 mins late
0
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
7
%
Canceled
2
%
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current status of flight va551?
Flight va551 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival 9:21 AM (updated Oct 30, 2026).Is flight va551 on time today?
Flight va551 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival was 9:21 AM; follow airport screens for the baggage carousel.Has flight va551 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight va551 is scheduled to depart at 7:15 AM. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 7:34 AM, and the current status is Arrived (updated Oct 30, 2026).When is flight va551 scheduled to arrive?
Flight va551 is scheduled to arrive at 9:20 AM. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 9:21 AM. Status is Arrived as of Oct 30, 2026.What is the gate information for flight va551?
For flight va551, the departure terminal is T2 and the boarding gate is A38. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.What route does flight va551 fly?
Flight va551 is operated by Virgin Australia from Sydney (SYD) to Perth (PER). Typical flight time is about 5 hours5 minutes; operating days may include Friday.How can I check real-time status for flight va551?
Track flight va551 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 va551 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If va551 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 va551 departed from Sydney?
Flight va551 has already left Sydney and completed its journey. Departure was 7:34 AM; actual arrival 9:21 AM.What is the seat configuration for flight va551?
Flight va551 usually flies a Boeing 737 MAX 8 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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