Virgin Australia VA898 Flight status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the VA898 flight operated by Virgin Australia on Oct 29, 2026 is scheduled to fly from Sydney (SYD) to Melbourne (MEL). The flight is expected to depart at 21:30 and arrive at 23:05 .
Wed, Oct 28
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Fri, Oct 30
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 31m late
1h 35m
Check-in Counter
12-23,46-49
Boarding Gate
A44
Arrival Gate
8
Baggage
1
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
1h 35m
Check-in Counter
12-23,46-49
Boarding Gate
A44
Arrival Gate
6
Baggage
1
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
1h 35m
Check-in Counter
12-23,46-49
Boarding Gate
A31
Arrival Gate
--
Baggage
--
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VA898
VA898 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the VA898 flight from Sydney to Melbourne on 10/29/2026 is operated using the aircraft model Boeing 737-800. This aircraft has been in service for 14y, 1m. The aircraft has Up to 182 seats.
Boeing 737-800
Punctuality (Departure)
79
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
100
%
Early on average
3 minutes
Age
14y, 1m
Seats
Up to 182
Flight Distance
--
Economy
Business
Premium Economy
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
100°
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 58% of flights
50 cm
Seat width
120°
Reclining Angle
2-2
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
None
Unknown
Wi-Fi is unavailable
No power outlets are available
Seat Information
86 cm
Legroom
48 cm
Seat width better than on 17% of flights
108°
Reclining Angle
--
Seat layout example
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Flight History for VA898
Trip.com historical records show that the last VA898 flight departed on Wed, Oct 28 from SYD at approximately 22:29. This flight is expected to arrrive in MEL at 23:36.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Fri, Oct 23 | Sydney (SYD) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 21:48 | 23:00 | Arrived |
| Sun, Oct 25 | Sydney (SYD) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 22:19 | 23:30 | Arrived |
| Mon, Oct 26 | Sydney (SYD) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 22:23 | 23:33 | Arrived |
| Tue, Oct 27 | Sydney (SYD) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 21:49 | 23:02 | Arrived |
| Wed, Oct 28 | Sydney (SYD) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 22:29 | 23:36 | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 29 | Sydney (SYD) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 21:30 | 23:05 | Scheduled |
| Fri, Oct 30 | Sydney (SYD) | Melbourne (MEL) | B38M | 21:30 | 23:05 | Scheduled |
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VA898 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the last 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of VA898 is 79% (Late on average 21 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 100% (Early on average 3 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
79
%
Late on average
21 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
79
%
30 mins late
21
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
5
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
100
%
Early on average
3 minutes
Early
74
%
On time
26
%
30 mins late
0
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
5
%
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Flight FAQs
What is the current status of flight va898?
Flight va898 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure 21:30, arrival 23:05 (updated Oct 29, 2026).Is flight va898 on time today?
Flight va898 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure is 21:30, with arrival at 23:05. Recheck gate and timing before you head to the airport.Has flight va898 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight va898 is scheduled to depart at 21:30. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 21:30, and the current status is Scheduled (updated Oct 29, 2026).When is flight va898 scheduled to arrive?
Flight va898 is scheduled to arrive at 23:05. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 23:05. Status is Scheduled as of Oct 29, 2026.What is the gate information for flight va898?
For flight va898, the departure terminal is T2 and the boarding gate is A44. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.What is the baggage carousel number for flight va898?
After arrival, baggage for flight va898 is expected at carousel 1 in terminal T3. Carousel numbers are assigned close to landing and may change—follow airport signs on arrival.What route does flight va898 fly?
Flight va898 is operated by Virgin Australia from Sydney (SYD) to Melbourne (MEL). Typical flight time is about 1 hour 35 minutes; operating days may include Thursday.How can I check real-time status for flight va898?
Track flight va898 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 va898 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If va898 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Scheduled, updated Oct 29, 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 va898 departed from Sydney?
Flight va898 has not departed from Sydney (SYD) yet and is currently on schedule for 21:30.What is the seat configuration for flight va898?
Flight va898 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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