Virgin Australia VA551 Flight status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the VA551 flight operated by Virgin Australia on Nov 12, 2026 is scheduled to fly from Sydney (SYD) to Perth (PER). The flight is expected to depart at 07:15 (local time in Sydney, UTC+11) and arrive at 09:00 (local time in Perth, UTC+8) .
Wed, Nov 11
Thu, Nov 12
Fri, Nov 13
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 4m early
5h 5m
Check-in Counter
12-23,46-49
Boarding Gate
A44
Arrival Gate
44
Baggage
--
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
5h 5m
Check-in Counter
12-23,46-49
Boarding Gate
A40
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
A35
Arrival Gate
--
Baggage
--
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VA551
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Melbourne (MEL)
Sydney (SYD)
Sydney (SYD)
Scheduled: 20:25
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34m late
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VA551 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the VA551 flight from Sydney to Perth on 11/12/2026 is operated using the aircraft model Boeing 737-800. This aircraft has been in service for 11y, 4m. The aircraft has 176 seats.
Boeing 737-800
Punctuality (Departure)
83
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
93
%
Early on average
6 minutes
Age
11y, 4m
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 23% 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 44% of flights
50 cm
Seat width
120°
Reclining Angle
2-2
Seat layout example
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Flight History for VA551
Trip.com historical records show that the last VA551 flight departed on Wed, Nov 11 from SYD at approximately 07:30. This flight is expected to arrrive in PER at 09:16.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Sat, Nov 7 | Sydney (SYD) | Perth (PER) | B38M | 07:45 | 09:31 | Arrived |
| Sun, Nov 8 | Sydney (SYD) | Perth (PER) | 738 | 07:23 | 09:06 | Arrived |
| Mon, Nov 9 | Sydney (SYD) | Perth (PER) | B38M | 07:32 | 09:20 | Arrived |
| Tue, Nov 10 | Sydney (SYD) | Perth (PER) | 738 | 07:37 | 09:43 | Arrived |
| Wed, Nov 11 | Sydney (SYD) | Perth (PER) | 738 | 07:30 | 09:16 | Arrived |
| Thu, Nov 12 | Sydney (SYD) | Perth (PER) | 738 | 07:15 | 09:00 | Scheduled |
| Fri, Nov 13 | Sydney (SYD) | Perth (PER) | B38M | 07:15 | 09:20 | Scheduled |
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VA551 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the last 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of VA551 is 83% (Late on average 20 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 93% (Early on average 6 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
83
%
Late on average
20 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
83
%
30 mins late
17
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
9
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
93
%
Early on average
6 minutes
Early
67
%
On time
27
%
30 mins late
7
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
9
%
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Flight FAQs
What is the current status of flight va551?
Flight va551 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure 07:15, arrival 09:20 (updated Nov 12, 2026).Is flight va551 on time today?
Flight va551 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure is 07:15, with arrival at 09:20. Recheck gate and timing before you head to the airport.Has flight va551 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight va551 is scheduled to depart at 07:15. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 07:15, and the current status is Scheduled (updated Nov 12, 2026).When is flight va551 scheduled to arrive?
Flight va551 is scheduled to arrive at 09:20. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 09:00. Status is Scheduled as of Nov 12, 2026.What is the gate information for flight va551?
For flight va551, the departure terminal is T2 and the boarding gate is A40. 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 hours 5 minutes; operating days may include Thursday.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 (Scheduled, updated Nov 12, 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 not departed from Sydney (SYD) yet and is currently on schedule for 07:15.What is the seat configuration for flight va551?
Flight va551 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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