Virgin Australia VA008 Flight Status
Based on Trip.com real-time data, flight VA008 operated by Virgin Australia from Doha (DOH) to Melbourne (MEL) on Oct 28, 2026 has departed at 02:33 (Local time in Doha, UTC+3) and is expected to arrive at 23:18 (Local time in Melbourne, UTC+11) at Melbourne Airport (MEL).
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 23m early
13h 30m
Check-in Counter
6
Boarding Gate
C15
Arrival Gate
16
Baggage
1
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En route
Your flight has departed Doha and is expected to arrive in Melbourne at 23:18.
13h 30m
Check-in Counter
6
Boarding Gate
C11
Arrival Gate
4
Baggage
7
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
13h 30m
Check-in Counter
6
Boarding Gate
--
Arrival Gate
11
Baggage
--
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VA008 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the VA008 flight flying from Doha to Melbourne on 10/28/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Boeing 777-300ER. This aircraft has been in service for 17y, 7m. The aircraft is equipped with 358 seats.
Boeing 777-300ER
Punctuality (Departure)
33
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
93
%
Early on average
5 minutes
Age
17y, 7m
Seats
358
Distance
--
Economy
Business
Onboard Amenities
Meal included
Seatback entertainment system
Unknown
USB port and power outlet
Seating Plan
--
Legroom
--
Seat width
110°
Reclining Angle
3-4-3
Seat layout example
Onboard Amenities
Meal included
Seatback entertainment system
Unknown
USB port and power outlet
Seating Plan
198 cm
More legroom than on 17% of flights
55 cm
Seat width
180°
Reclining Angle
Fully reclinable
1-2-1
Seat layout example
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Flight History for VA008
Trip.com historical records show that the last VA008 flight departed on Tue, Oct 27 from DOH at approximately 02:30. This flight is expected to arrrive in MEL at 22:57.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Type | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Sat, Oct 24 | Doha (DOH) | Melbourne (MEL) | B77W | 01:53 | 22:13 | Arrived |
| Sun, Oct 25 | Doha (DOH) | Melbourne (MEL) | B77W | 02:39 | 23:01 | Arrived |
| Mon, Oct 26 | Doha (DOH) | Melbourne (MEL) | B77W | 02:40 | 22:55 | Arrived |
| Tue, Oct 27 | Doha (DOH) | Melbourne (MEL) | B77W | 02:30 | 22:57 | Arrived |
| Wed, Oct 28 | Doha (DOH) | Melbourne (MEL) | B77W | 02:33 | 23:18 | En route |
| Thu, Oct 29 | Doha (DOH) | Melbourne (MEL) | B77W | 01:50 | 23:20 | Scheduled |
| Fri, Oct 30 | Doha (DOH) | Melbourne (MEL) | B77W | 01:50 | 23:20 | Scheduled |
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VA008 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of VA008 is 33% (Late on average 41 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 93% (Early on average 5 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
33
%
Late on average
41 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
33
%
30 mins late
50
%
60 mins late
13
%
90 mins late
3
%
Cancelled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
93
%
Early on average
5 minutes
Early
53
%
On time
40
%
30 mins late
3
%
60 mins late
3
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current status of flight va008?
Flight va008 has departed (status: En route). Departure 02:33, estimated arrival 23:18 (updated Oct 28, 2026).Is flight va008 on time today?
Flight va008 has already departed (status: En route). It took off at 02:33 and is estimated to arrive at 23:18.Has flight va008 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight va008 is scheduled to depart at 01:50. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 02:33, and the current status is En route (updated Oct 28, 2026).When is flight va008 scheduled to arrive?
Flight va008 is scheduled to arrive at 23:20. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 23:18. Status is En route as of Oct 28, 2026.What is the baggage carousel number for flight va008?
After arrival, baggage for flight va008 is expected at carousel 7 in terminal T2. Carousel numbers are assigned close to landing and may change—follow airport signs on arrival.What route does flight va008 fly?
Flight va008 is operated by Virgin Australia from Doha (DOH) to Melbourne (MEL). Typical flight time is about 13 hours30 minutes; operating days may include Wednesday.How can I check real-time status for flight va008?
Track flight va008 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 va008 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If va008 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (En route, updated Oct 28, 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 va008 departed from Doha?
Flight va008 has departed from Doha (DOH) at 02:33 (status: En route).What is the seat configuration for flight va008?
Flight va008 usually flies a Boeing 777-300ER with seat layout 3-4-3. Layouts can differ by aircraft subtype and cabin product—confirm your seat map in Manage Booking after you purchase.
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