Virgin Australia VA838 Flight Status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the VA838 flight operated by Virgin Australia on Nov 7, 2026, flying from Sydney (SYD) to Melbourne (MEL), departed at 12:26 and is expected to arrive at 13:38 and land at Melbourne Airport (MEL).
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Sat, Nov 7
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 8m early
1h 35m
Check-in Counter
12-23,46-49
Boarding Gate
A31
Arrival Gate
8
Baggage
1
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En route
Your flight has departed Sydney and is expected to arrive in Melbourne at 13:38.
1h 35m
Check-in Counter
12-23,46-49
Boarding Gate
A36
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
A42
Arrival Gate
6
Baggage
--
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VA829
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Melbourne (MEL)
Sydney (SYD)
Sydney (SYD)
Scheduled: 10:55
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5m late
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VA838 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the VA838 flight flying from Sydney to Melbourne on 11/7/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Boeing 737-800. This aircraft has been in service for 15y, 1m. The aircraft is equipped with 176 seats.
Boeing 737-800
Punctuality (Departure)
80
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
100
%
Early on average
3 minutes
Age
15y, 1m
Seats
176
Flight Distance
--
Economy
Business
In-Flight Services
None
Inflight entertainment is available
Wi-Fi (additional charge)
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
Wi-Fi is available
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
97 cm
More legroom than on 66% of flights
50 cm
Seat width
120°
Reclining Angle
2-2
Seat layout example
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Flight History for VA838
Trip.com historical records show that the last VA838 flight departed on Fri, Nov 6 from SYD at approximately 12:17. This flight is expected to arrrive in MEL at 13:27.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Mon, Nov 2 | Sydney (SYD) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 12:15 | 13:27 | Arrived |
| Tue, Nov 3 | Sydney (SYD) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 12:22 | 13:34 | Arrived |
| Wed, Nov 4 | Sydney (SYD) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 12:24 | 13:30 | Arrived |
| Thu, Nov 5 | Sydney (SYD) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 12:25 | 13:38 | Arrived |
| Fri, Nov 6 | Sydney (SYD) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 12:17 | 13:27 | Arrived |
| Sat, Nov 7 | Sydney (SYD) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 12:26 | 13:38 | En route |
| Sun, Nov 8 | Sydney (SYD) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 12:00 | 13:35 | Scheduled |
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VA838 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of VA838 is 80% (Late on average 21 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 100% (Early on average 3 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
80
%
Late on average
21 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
80
%
30 mins late
20
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
0
%
Canceled
1
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
100
%
Early on average
3 minutes
Early
67
%
On time
33
%
30 mins late
0
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
0
%
Canceled
1
%
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current status of flight va838?
Flight va838 has departed (status: En route). Departure 12:26, estimated arrival 13:38 (updated Nov 7, 2026).Is flight va838 on time today?
Flight va838 has already departed (status: En route). It took off at 12:26 and is estimated to arrive at 13:38.Has flight va838 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight va838 is scheduled to depart at 12:00. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 12:26, and the current status is En route (updated Nov 7, 2026).When is flight va838 scheduled to arrive?
Flight va838 is scheduled to arrive at 13:35. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 13:38. Status is En route as of Nov 7, 2026.What is the gate information for flight va838?
For flight va838, the departure terminal is T2 and the boarding gate is A36. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.What is the baggage carousel number for flight va838?
After arrival, baggage for flight va838 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 va838 fly?
Flight va838 is operated by Virgin Australia from Sydney (SYD) to Melbourne (MEL). Typical flight time is about 1 hour35 minutes; operating days may include Saturday.How can I check real-time status for flight va838?
Track flight va838 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 va838 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If va838 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (En route, updated Nov 7, 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 va838 departed from Sydney?
Flight va838 has departed from Sydney (SYD) at 12:26 (status: En route).What is the seat configuration for flight va838?
Flight va838 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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