Virgin Australia VA556 Flight Status
According to the latest from Trip.com for Virgin Australia Flight VA556 from Perth to Sydney (PER–SYD): Great news — Flight VA556 has landed safely at Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD) at 5:26 PM local time, arriving about 9m early.
Wed, Oct 21
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 12m early
4h 20m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
46
Arrival Gate
39
Baggage
D1
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 9m early
4h 20m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
46
Arrival Gate
41
Baggage
D1
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
4h 20m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
45
Arrival Gate
A41
Baggage
D1
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Perth (PER)
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Scheduled: 5:20 PM
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VA556 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the VA556 flight flying from Perth to Sydney on 10/22/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Boeing 737 MAX 8. This aircraft has been in service for 8m. The aircraft is equipped with 177 seats.
Boeing 737 MAX 8
Punctuality (Departure)
80
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
87
%
Early on average
1 minute
Age
8m
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 6% 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 50% 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 VA556
Trip.com historical records show that the last VA556 flight departed on Wed, Oct 21 from PER at approximately 10:26 AM. This flight is expected to arrrive in SYD at 5:23 PM.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Sun, Oct 18 | Perth (PER) | Sydney (SYD) | B38M | 10:34 AM | 5:28 PM | Arrived |
| Mon, Oct 19 | Perth (PER) | Sydney (SYD) | 738 | -- | -- | Canceled |
| Tue, Oct 20 | Perth (PER) | Sydney (SYD) | B38M | 10:41 AM | 5:38 PM | Arrived |
| Wed, Oct 21 | Perth (PER) | Sydney (SYD) | 738 | 10:26 AM | 5:23 PM | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 22 | Perth (PER) | Sydney (SYD) | B38M | 10:29 AM | 5:26 PM | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 23 | Perth (PER) | Sydney (SYD) | B38M | 10:15 AM | 5:35 PM | Scheduled |
| Sat, Oct 24 | Perth (PER) | Sydney (SYD) | B38M | 10:15 AM | 5:35 PM | Scheduled |
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VA556 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of VA556 is 80% (Late on average 24 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 87% (Early on average 1 minute).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
80
%
Late on average
24 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
80
%
30 mins late
10
%
60 mins late
7
%
90 mins late
3
%
Canceled
2
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
87
%
Early on average
1 minute
Early
70
%
On time
17
%
30 mins late
10
%
60 mins late
3
%
90 mins late
0
%
Canceled
2
%
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current status of flight va556?
Flight va556 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival 5:26 PM (updated Oct 22, 2026).Is flight va556 on time today?
Flight va556 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival was 5:26 PM; follow airport screens for the baggage carousel.Has flight va556 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight va556 is scheduled to depart at 10:15 AM. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 10:29 AM, and the current status is Arrived (updated Oct 22, 2026).When is flight va556 scheduled to arrive?
Flight va556 is scheduled to arrive at 5:35 PM. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 5:26 PM. Status is Arrived as of Oct 22, 2026.What is the gate information for flight va556?
For flight va556, the departure terminal is T1 and the boarding gate is 46. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.What is the baggage carousel number for flight va556?
After arrival, baggage for flight va556 is expected at carousel D1 in terminal T2. Carousel numbers are assigned close to landing and may change—follow airport signs on arrival.What route does flight va556 fly?
Flight va556 is operated by Virgin Australia from Perth (PER) to Sydney (SYD). Typical flight time is about 4 hours20 minutes; operating days may include Thursday.How can I check real-time status for flight va556?
Track flight va556 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 va556 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If va556 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 va556 departed from Perth?
Flight va556 has already left Perth and completed its journey. Departure was 10:29 AM; actual arrival 5:26 PM.What is the seat configuration for flight va556?
Flight va556 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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