Virgin Australia
VA1040 Flight Status
Status: Flight VA1040 Landed Safely | Delayed. According to Trip.com's latest status for Virgin Australia flight VA1040 from Sunshine Coast to Melbourne (MCY-MEL): Landed: Melbourne Airport (MEL) at 18:40 (local time) Delay: Approximately 1h 40m late.
Sat, Oct 3
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 1h 40m late
2h 35m
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Boarding Gate
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Arrival Gate
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Baggage
2
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VA1040 Aircraft Details
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Punctuality (Departure)
57
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
83
%
Late on average
12 minutes
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Distance
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Economy
Onboard Amenities
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Flight History for VA1040
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| Date | Airport | Aircraft Type | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Sun, Sep 27 | Sunshine Coast (MCY) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | -- | -- | Cancelled |
| Mon, Sep 28 | Sunshine Coast (MCY) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 14:55 | 17:09 | Arrived |
| Tue, Sep 29 | Sunshine Coast (MCY) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 14:43 | 16:57 | Arrived |
| Wed, Sep 30 | Sunshine Coast (MCY) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 15:02 | 17:09 | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 1 | Sunshine Coast (MCY) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 14:53 | 16:59 | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 2 | Sunshine Coast (MCY) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 17:01 | 19:23 | Arrived |
| Sat, Oct 3 | Sunshine Coast (MCY) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 16:28 | 18:40 | Arrived |
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VA1040 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of VA1040 is 57% (Late on average 37 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 83% (Late on average 12 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
57
%
Late on average
37 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
57
%
30 mins late
30
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
13
%
Cancelled
1
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
83
%
Late on average
12 minutes
Early
50
%
On time
33
%
30 mins late
3
%
60 mins late
3
%
90 mins late
10
%
Cancelled
1
%
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Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the current status of flight va1040?
Flight va1040 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival 18:40 (updated Oct 4, 2026). -
Is flight va1040 on time today?
Flight va1040 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival was 18:40; follow airport screens for the baggage carousel. -
Has flight va1040 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight va1040 is scheduled to depart at 14:25. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 16:28, and the current status is Arrived (updated Oct 4, 2026). -
When is flight va1040 scheduled to arrive?
Flight va1040 is scheduled to arrive at 17:00. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 18:40. Status is Arrived as of Oct 4, 2026. -
What is the baggage carousel number for flight va1040?
After arrival, baggage for flight va1040 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 va1040 fly?
Flight va1040 is operated by Virgin Australia from Sunshine Coast (MCY) to Melbourne (MEL). Typical flight time is about 2 hours35 minutes; operating days may include Sunday. -
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If flight va1040 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If va1040 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Arrived, updated Oct 4, 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 va1040 departed from Sunshine Coast?
Flight va1040 has already left Sunshine Coast and completed its journey. Departure was 16:28; actual arrival 18:40.
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