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VA1291 Flight status
According to Trip.com’s latest record on status for Virgin Australia flight VA1291 from Melbourne to Cairns (MEL-CNS): Flight VA1291 has safely landed at Cairns Airport (CNS) 08:22 (local time), about 8m early.
Fri, Oct 9
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Sun, Oct 11
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 15m early
3h 25m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
7
Arrival Gate
21A
Baggage
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 8m early
3h 25m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
8
Arrival Gate
21
Baggage
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
3h 25m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
1
Arrival Gate
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Baggage
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VA1291
Track the Previous Flight Status: Landed at Melbourne
VA898
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Sydney (SYD)
Melbourne (MEL)
Melbourne (MEL)
Scheduled: 23:05
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VA1291 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the VA1291 flight from Melbourne to Cairns on 10/10/2026 is operated using the aircraft model Boeing 737 MAX 8. This aircraft has been in service for 2m. The aircraft has 177 seats.
Boeing 737 MAX 8
Punctuality (Departure)
77
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
100
%
Early on average
7 minutes
Age
2m
Seats
177
Flight Distance
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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 45% 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 20% of flights
120°
Reclining Angle
2-2
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
Meal included
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 VA1291
Trip.com historical records show that the last VA1291 flight departed on Fri, Oct 9 from MEL at approximately 06:22. This flight is expected to arrrive in CNS at 08:15.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Mon, Oct 5 | Melbourne (MEL) | Cairns (CNS) | 738 | 06:28 | 08:25 | Arrived |
| Tue, Oct 6 | Melbourne (MEL) | Cairns (CNS) | B38M | 06:12 | 08:04 | Arrived |
| Wed, Oct 7 | Melbourne (MEL) | Cairns (CNS) | 738 | 06:19 | 08:12 | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 8 | Melbourne (MEL) | Cairns (CNS) | 738 | 06:13 | 08:11 | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 9 | Melbourne (MEL) | Cairns (CNS) | 738 | 06:22 | 08:15 | Arrived |
| Sat, Oct 10 | Melbourne (MEL) | Cairns (CNS) | B38M | 06:25 | 08:22 | Arrived |
| Sun, Oct 11 | Melbourne (MEL) | Cairns (CNS) | B38M | 06:05 | 08:30 | Scheduled |
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VA1291 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the last 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of VA1291 is 77% (Late on average 22 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 100% (Early on average 7 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
77
%
Late on average
22 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
77
%
30 mins late
17
%
60 mins late
7
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
1
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
100
%
Early on average
7 minutes
Early
77
%
On time
23
%
30 mins late
0
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
1
%
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Flight FAQs
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What is the current status of flight va1291?
Flight va1291 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival 08:22 (updated Oct 10, 2026). -
Is flight va1291 on time today?
Flight va1291 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival was 08:22; follow airport screens for the baggage carousel. -
Has flight va1291 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight va1291 is scheduled to depart at 06:05. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 06:25, and the current status is Arrived (updated Oct 10, 2026). -
When is flight va1291 scheduled to arrive?
Flight va1291 is scheduled to arrive at 08:30. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 08:22. Status is Arrived as of Oct 10, 2026. -
What is the gate information for flight va1291?
For flight va1291, the departure terminal is T3 and the boarding gate is 8. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security. -
What route does flight va1291 fly?
Flight va1291 is operated by Virgin Australia from Melbourne (MEL) to Cairns (CNS). Typical flight time is about 3 hours 25 minutes; operating days may include Saturday. -
How can I check real-time status for flight va1291?
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If flight va1291 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If va1291 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Arrived, updated Oct 10, 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 va1291 departed from Melbourne?
Flight va1291 has already left Melbourne and completed its journey. Departure was 06:25; actual arrival 08:22. -
What is the seat configuration for flight va1291?
Flight va1291 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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