Virgin Australia VA863 Flight Status
According to the latest from Trip.com for Virgin Australia Flight VA863 from Melbourne to Sydney (MEL–SYD): Flight VA863 has landed safely at Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD) at 6:16 PM local time, arriving approximately 21m behind schedule.
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 14m late
1h 25m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
3
Arrival Gate
38
Baggage
D1
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 21m late
1h 25m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
9
Arrival Gate
38
Baggage
D1
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
1h 25m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
11
Arrival Gate
A44
Baggage
D1
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VA682
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Perth (PER)
Melbourne (MEL)
Melbourne (MEL)
Scheduled: 2:05 PM
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11m early
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VA863 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the VA863 flight flying from Melbourne to Sydney on 10/22/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Boeing 737-800. This aircraft has been in service for 10y, 11m. The aircraft is equipped with 176 seats.
Boeing 737-800
Punctuality (Departure)
70
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
83
%
Late on average
13 minutes
Age
10y, 11m
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 47% 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 60% of flights
50 cm
Seat width
120°
Reclining Angle
2-2
Seat layout example
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Flight History for VA863
Trip.com historical records show that the last VA863 flight departed on Wed, Oct 21 from MEL at approximately 4:57 PM. This flight is expected to arrrive in SYD at 6:09 PM.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Fri, Oct 16 | Melbourne (MEL) | Sydney (SYD) | B38M | 4:46 PM | 5:56 PM | Arrived |
| Sun, Oct 18 | Melbourne (MEL) | Sydney (SYD) | 738 | 4:44 PM | 5:49 PM | Arrived |
| Mon, Oct 19 | Melbourne (MEL) | Sydney (SYD) | 738 | 4:42 PM | 5:47 PM | Arrived |
| Tue, Oct 20 | Melbourne (MEL) | Sydney (SYD) | B38M | 4:53 PM | 6:00 PM | Arrived |
| Wed, Oct 21 | Melbourne (MEL) | Sydney (SYD) | 738 | 4:57 PM | 6:09 PM | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 22 | Melbourne (MEL) | Sydney (SYD) | 738 | 5:11 PM | 6:16 PM | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 23 | Melbourne (MEL) | Sydney (SYD) | 738 | 4:30 PM | 5:55 PM | Scheduled |
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VA863 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of VA863 is 70% (Late on average 28 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 83% (Late on average 13 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
70
%
Late on average
28 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
70
%
30 mins late
23
%
60 mins late
3
%
90 mins late
3
%
Canceled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
83
%
Late on average
13 minutes
Early
30
%
On time
53
%
30 mins late
13
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
3
%
Canceled
0
%
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current status of flight va863?
Flight va863 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival 6:16 PM (updated Oct 22, 2026).Is flight va863 on time today?
Flight va863 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival was 6:16 PM; follow airport screens for the baggage carousel.Has flight va863 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight va863 is scheduled to depart at 4:30 PM. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 5:11 PM, and the current status is Arrived (updated Oct 22, 2026).When is flight va863 scheduled to arrive?
Flight va863 is scheduled to arrive at 5:55 PM. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 6:16 PM. Status is Arrived as of Oct 22, 2026.What is the gate information for flight va863?
For flight va863, the departure terminal is T3 and the boarding gate is 9. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.What is the baggage carousel number for flight va863?
After arrival, baggage for flight va863 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 va863 fly?
Flight va863 is operated by Virgin Australia from Melbourne (MEL) to Sydney (SYD). Typical flight time is about 1 hour25 minutes; operating days may include Thursday.How can I check real-time status for flight va863?
Track flight va863 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 va863 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If va863 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 va863 departed from Melbourne?
Flight va863 has already left Melbourne and completed its journey. Departure was 5:11 PM; actual arrival 6:16 PM.What is the seat configuration for flight va863?
Flight va863 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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