Virgin Australia VA551 Flight Status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the VA551 flight operated by Virgin Australia on Nov 11, 2026, flying from Sydney (SYD) to Perth (PER), departed at 07:30 and is expected to arrive at 09:17 (local time in Perth, UTC+8) and land at Perth Airport (PER).
Tue, Nov 10
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Thu, Nov 12
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 23m late
5h 5m
Check-in Counter
12-23,46-49
Boarding Gate
A32
Arrival Gate
44
Baggage
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En route
Your flight has departed Sydney and is expected to arrive in Perth at 09:17.
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
A38
Arrival Gate
47A
Baggage
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VA551
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Melbourne (MEL)
Sydney (SYD)
Sydney (SYD)
Scheduled: 18:55
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5m early
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VA551 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the VA551 flight flying from Sydney to Perth on 11/11/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Boeing 737-800. This aircraft has been in service for 13y, 5m. The aircraft is equipped with Up to 182 seats.
Boeing 737-800
Punctuality (Departure)
80
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
93
%
Early on average
7 minutes
Age
13y, 5m
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 22% 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 38% 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 29% of flights
108°
Reclining Angle
--
Seat layout example
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Recent Flight History for VA551
Trip.com historical records show that the last VA551 flight departed on Tue, Nov 10 from SYD at approximately 07:37. This flight is expected to arrrive in PER at 09:43.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Fri, Nov 6 | Sydney (SYD) | Perth (PER) | B38M | 07:25 | 09:08 | Arrived |
| 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 | 09:17 | En route |
| Thu, Nov 12 | Sydney (SYD) | Perth (PER) | 738 | 07:15 | 09:20 | Scheduled |
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VA551 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of VA551 is 80% (Late on average 20 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 93% (Early on average 7 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
80
%
Late on average
20 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
80
%
30 mins late
20
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
9
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
93
%
Early on average
7 minutes
Early
67
%
On time
27
%
30 mins late
7
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
9
%
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current status of flight va551?
Flight va551 has departed (status: En route). Departure 07:30, estimated arrival 09:17 (updated Nov 11, 2026).Is flight va551 on time today?
Flight va551 has already departed (status: En route). It took off at 07:30 and is estimated to arrive at 09:17.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 07:30, and the current status is En route (updated Nov 11, 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 09:17. Status is En route as of Nov 11, 2026.What is the gate information for flight va551?
For flight va551, 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 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 Wednesday.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 (En route, updated Nov 11, 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 departed from Sydney (SYD) at 07:30 (status: En route).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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