Virgin Australia VA679 Flight status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the VA679 flight operated by Virgin Australia on Sep 23, 2026, flying from Melbourne (MEL) to Perth (PER), departed at 06:42 (local time in Melbourne, UTC+10) and is expected to arrive at 08:38 (local time in Perth, UTC+8) at Perth Airport (PER).
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 20m late
4h 25m
Check-in Counter
--
Boarding Gate
3
Arrival Gate
44
Baggage
--
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En route
Your flight has departed Melbourne and is expected to arrive in Perth at 08:38.
4h 25m
Check-in Counter
--
Boarding Gate
14
Arrival Gate
44
Baggage
--
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
4h 25m
Check-in Counter
--
Boarding Gate
3
Arrival Gate
46
Baggage
--
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VA679
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Darwin (DRW) 
Melbourne (MEL)
Melbourne (MEL)Scheduled: 20:25
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VA679 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the VA679 flight from Melbourne to Perth on 9/23/2026 is operated using the aircraft model Boeing 737-800. This aircraft has been in service for 14y, 10m. The aircraft has 176 seats.
Boeing 737-800
Punctuality (Departure)
100%
Punctuality (Arrival)
100%
Late on average
20 minutes
Age
14y, 10m
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 50% 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 59% of flights
50 cm
Seat width
120°
Reclining Angle
2-2
Seat layout example
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Flight History for VA679
Trip.com historical records show that the last VA679 flight departed on Mon, Sep 21 from MEL at approximately 09:46. This flight is expected to arrrive in PER at 12:05.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Wed, Sep 16 | Melbourne (MEL) | Perth (PER) | 738 | -- | -- | Canceled |
| Thu, Sep 17 | Melbourne (MEL) | Perth (PER) | 738 | -- | -- | Canceled |
| Mon, Sep 21 | Melbourne (MEL) | Perth (PER) | 738 | 09:46 | 12:05 | Arrived |
| Wed, Sep 23 | Melbourne (MEL) | Perth (PER) | 738 | 06:42 | 08:38 | En route |
| Thu, Sep 24 | Melbourne (MEL) | Perth (PER) | 738 | 06:30 | 08:55 | Scheduled |
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VA679 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the last 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of VA679 is 100% (Late on average 26 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 100% (Late on average 20 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
100%
Late on average 26 minutes
Early
0%
On time
100%
30 mins late
0%
60 mins late
0%
90 mins late
0%
Cancelled
67%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
100%
Late on average 20 minutes
Early
0%
On time
100%
30 mins late
0%
60 mins late
0%
90 mins late
0%
Cancelled
67%
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Flight FAQs
What is the current status of flight va679?
Flight va679 has departed (status: En route). Departure 06:42, estimated arrival 08:38 (updated Sep 23, 2026).Is flight va679 on time today?
Flight va679 has already departed (status: En route). It took off at 06:42 and is estimated to arrive at 08:38.Has flight va679 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight va679 is scheduled to depart at 06:30. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 06:42, and the current status is En route (updated Sep 23, 2026).When is flight va679 scheduled to arrive?
Flight va679 is scheduled to arrive at 08:55. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 08:38. Status is En route as of Sep 23, 2026.What is the gate information for flight va679?
For flight va679, 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 va679 fly?
Flight va679 is operated by Virgin Australia from Melbourne (MEL) to Perth (PER). Typical flight time is about 4 hours 25 minutes; operating days may include Wednesday.How can I check real-time status for flight va679?
Track flight va679 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 va679 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If va679 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (En route, updated Sep 23, 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 va679 departed from Melbourne?
Flight va679 has departed from Melbourne (MEL) at 06:42 (status: En route).What is the seat configuration for flight va679?
Flight va679 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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