Virgin Australia
VA217 Flight status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the VA217 flight operated by Virgin Australia on Oct 2, 2026, flying from Melbourne (MEL) to Adelaide (ADL), departed at 10:26 (local time in Melbourne, UTC+10) and is expected to arrive at 11:01 (local time in Adelaide, UTC+9.5) at Adelaide Airport (ADL).
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 4m early
1h 25m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
5
Arrival Gate
13
Baggage
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En route
Your flight has departed Melbourne and is expected to arrive in Adelaide at 11:01.
1h 25m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
14
Arrival Gate
16
Baggage
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
1h 25m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
12
Arrival Gate
16
Baggage
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VA217
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VA748
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Gold Coast (OOL)
Melbourne (MEL)
Melbourne (MEL)
Scheduled: 21:05
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33m late
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VA217 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the VA217 flight from Melbourne to Adelaide on 10/2/2026 is operated using the aircraft model Boeing 737-800. This aircraft has been in service for 14y, 4m. The aircraft has 176 seats.
Boeing 737-800
Punctuality (Departure)
63
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
97
%
Late on average
4 minutes
Age
14y, 4m
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 45% of flights
43 cm
Seat width better than on 11% 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 47% of flights
50 cm
Seat width
120°
Reclining Angle
2-2
Seat layout example
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Flight History for VA217
Trip.com historical records show that the last VA217 flight departed on Thu, Oct 1 from MEL at approximately 09:23. This flight is expected to arrrive in ADL at 10:01.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Sun, Sep 27 | Melbourne (MEL) | Adelaide (ADL) | B38M | 09:32 | 10:09 | Arrived |
| Mon, Sep 28 | Melbourne (MEL) | Adelaide (ADL) | 738 | 09:47 | 10:19 | Arrived |
| Tue, Sep 29 | Melbourne (MEL) | Adelaide (ADL) | 738 | 09:41 | 10:11 | Arrived |
| Wed, Sep 30 | Melbourne (MEL) | Adelaide (ADL) | B38M | 09:33 | 10:08 | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 1 | Melbourne (MEL) | Adelaide (ADL) | 738 | 09:23 | 10:01 | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 2 | Melbourne (MEL) | Adelaide (ADL) | 738 | 10:26 | 11:01 | En route |
| Sat, Oct 3 | Melbourne (MEL) | Adelaide (ADL) | 738 | 09:10 | 10:05 | Scheduled |
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VA217 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the last 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of VA217 is 63% (Late on average 25 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 97% (Late on average 4 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
63
%
Late on average
25 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
63
%
30 mins late
33
%
60 mins late
3
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
1
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
97
%
Late on average
4 minutes
Early
43
%
On time
53
%
30 mins late
0
%
60 mins late
3
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
1
%
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Flight FAQs
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What is the current status of flight va217?
Flight va217 has departed (status: En route). Departure 10:26, estimated arrival 11:01 (updated Oct 2, 2026). -
Is flight va217 on time today?
Flight va217 has already departed (status: En route). It took off at 10:26 and is estimated to arrive at 11:01. -
Has flight va217 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight va217 is scheduled to depart at 09:10. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 10:26, and the current status is En route (updated Oct 2, 2026). -
When is flight va217 scheduled to arrive?
Flight va217 is scheduled to arrive at 10:05. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 11:01. Status is En route as of Oct 2, 2026. -
What is the gate information for flight va217?
For flight va217, the departure terminal is T3 and the boarding gate is 14. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security. -
What route does flight va217 fly?
Flight va217 is operated by Virgin Australia from Melbourne (MEL) to Adelaide (ADL). Typical flight time is about 1 hour 25 minutes; operating days may include Friday. -
How can I check real-time status for flight va217?
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If flight va217 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If va217 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (En route, updated Oct 2, 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 va217 departed from Melbourne?
Flight va217 has departed from Melbourne (MEL) at 10:26 (status: En route). -
What is the seat configuration for flight va217?
Flight va217 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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