Virgin Australia
VA726 Flight status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the VA726 flight operated by Virgin Australia on Oct 8, 2026, flying from Gold Coast (OOL) to Melbourne (MEL), departed at 06:08 (local time in Gold Coast, UTC+10) and is expected to arrive at 09:09 (local time in Melbourne, UTC+11) at Melbourne Airport (MEL).
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 15m early
2h 25m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
16
Arrival Gate
5
Baggage
2
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En route
Your flight has departed Gold Coast and is expected to arrive in Melbourne at 09:09.
2h 25m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
16
Arrival Gate
9
Baggage
2
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
2h 25m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
21
Arrival Gate
5
Baggage
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VA726
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VA541
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Sydney (SYD)
Gold Coast (OOL)
Gold Coast (OOL)
Scheduled: 18:40
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9m early
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VA726 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the VA726 flight from Gold Coast to Melbourne on 10/8/2026 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)
97
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
90
%
Early on average
1 minute
Age
14y, 10m
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 59% 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 54% of flights
50 cm
Seat width
120°
Reclining Angle
2-2
Seat layout example
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Flight History for VA726
Trip.com historical records show that the last VA726 flight departed on Wed, Oct 7 from OOL at approximately 06:10. This flight is expected to arrrive in MEL at 09:10.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Sat, Oct 3 | Gold Coast (OOL) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 06:11 | 09:25 | Arrived |
| Sun, Oct 4 | Gold Coast (OOL) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 06:19 | 09:17 | Arrived |
| Mon, Oct 5 | Gold Coast (OOL) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 06:08 | 09:04 | Arrived |
| Tue, Oct 6 | Gold Coast (OOL) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 06:04 | 09:11 | Arrived |
| Wed, Oct 7 | Gold Coast (OOL) | Melbourne (MEL) | B38M | 06:10 | 09:10 | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 8 | Gold Coast (OOL) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 06:08 | 09:09 | En route |
| Fri, Oct 9 | Gold Coast (OOL) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 06:00 | 09:25 | Scheduled |
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VA726 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the last 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of VA726 is 97% (Late on average 14 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 90% (Early on average 1 minute).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
97
%
Late on average
14 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
97
%
30 mins late
3
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
90
%
Early on average
1 minute
Early
60
%
On time
30
%
30 mins late
3
%
60 mins late
7
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
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Flight FAQs
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What is the current status of flight va726?
Flight va726 has departed (status: En route). Departure 06:08, estimated arrival 09:09 (updated Oct 8, 2026). -
Is flight va726 on time today?
Flight va726 has already departed (status: En route). It took off at 06:08 and is estimated to arrive at 09:09. -
Has flight va726 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight va726 is scheduled to depart at 06:00. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 06:08, and the current status is En route (updated Oct 8, 2026). -
When is flight va726 scheduled to arrive?
Flight va726 is scheduled to arrive at 09:25. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 09:09. Status is En route as of Oct 8, 2026. -
What is the gate information for flight va726?
For flight va726, the departure terminal is T1 and the boarding gate is 16. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security. -
What is the baggage carousel number for flight va726?
After arrival, baggage for flight va726 is expected at carousel 2 in terminal T3. Carousel numbers are assigned close to landing and may change—follow airport signs on arrival. -
What route does flight va726 fly?
Flight va726 is operated by Virgin Australia from Gold Coast (OOL) to Melbourne (MEL). Typical flight time is about 2 hours 25 minutes; operating days may include Thursday. -
How can I check real-time status for flight va726?
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If flight va726 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If va726 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (En route, updated Oct 8, 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 va726 departed from Gold Coast?
Flight va726 has departed from Gold Coast (OOL) at 06:08 (status: En route). -
What is the seat configuration for flight va726?
Flight va726 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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