Virgin Australia VA243 Flight Status
Status: Flight VA243 Landed Safely | Delayed. According to Trip.com's latest status for Virgin Australia flight VA243 from Melbourne to Adelaide (MEL-ADL): Landed: Adelaide Airport (ADL) at 20:30 (local time) Delay: Approximately 15m late.
Thu, Oct 22
Fri, Oct 23
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 16m early
1h 25m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
13
Arrival Gate
15
Baggage
--
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 15m late
1h 25m
Check-in Counter
--
Boarding Gate
5
Arrival Gate
12
Baggage
--
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VA878
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Sydney (SYD)
Melbourne (MEL)
Melbourne (MEL)
Scheduled: 20:05
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16m late
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VA243 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the VA243 flight flying from Melbourne to Adelaide on 10/23/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Boeing 737-800. This aircraft has been in service for 12y, 1m. The aircraft is equipped with Up to 182 seats.
Boeing 737-800
Punctuality (Departure)
73
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
91
%
Late on average
2 minutes
Age
12y, 1m
Seats
Up to 182
Distance
--
Economy
Business
Premium Economy
Onboard Amenities
None
Inflight entertainment is available
Unknown
USB port
Seating Plan
79 cm
More legroom than on 46% of flights
43 cm
Seat width
100°
Reclining Angle
3-3
Seat layout example
Onboard Amenities
Meal included
Inflight entertainment is available
Unknown
USB port and power outlet
Seating Plan
97 cm
More legroom than on 53% of flights
50 cm
Seat width
120°
Reclining Angle
2-2
Seat layout example
Onboard Amenities
None
Unknown
Wi-Fi is unavailable
No power outlets are available
Seating Plan
86 cm
Legroom
48 cm
Seat width better than on 18% of flights
108°
Reclining Angle
--
Seat layout example
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Flight History for VA243
Trip.com historical records show that the last VA243 flight departed on Thu, Oct 22 from MEL at approximately 19:29. This flight is expected to arrrive in ADL at 19:59.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Type | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Fri, Oct 16 | Melbourne (MEL) | Adelaide (ADL) | 738 | 19:29 | 19:59 | Arrived |
| Sun, Oct 18 | Melbourne (MEL) | Adelaide (ADL) | JET | -- | -- | Cancelled |
| Mon, Oct 19 | Melbourne (MEL) | Adelaide (ADL) | 738 | 19:50 | 20:23 | Arrived |
| Tue, Oct 20 | Melbourne (MEL) | Adelaide (ADL) | 738 | 19:31 | 19:57 | Arrived |
| Wed, Oct 21 | Melbourne (MEL) | Adelaide (ADL) | 738 | 19:39 | 20:10 | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 22 | Melbourne (MEL) | Adelaide (ADL) | 738 | 19:29 | 19:59 | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 23 | Melbourne (MEL) | Adelaide (ADL) | 738 | 19:56 | 20:30 | Arrived |
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VA243 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of VA243 is 73% (Late on average 24 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 91% (Late on average 2 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
73
%
Late on average
24 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
73
%
30 mins late
23
%
60 mins late
5
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
12
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
91
%
Late on average
2 minutes
Early
50
%
On time
41
%
30 mins late
9
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
12
%
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current status of flight va243?
Flight va243 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival 20:30 (updated Oct 23, 2026).Is flight va243 on time today?
Flight va243 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival was 20:30; follow airport screens for the baggage carousel.Has flight va243 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight va243 is scheduled to depart at 19:20. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 19:56, and the current status is Arrived (updated Oct 23, 2026).When is flight va243 scheduled to arrive?
Flight va243 is scheduled to arrive at 20:15. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 20:30. Status is Arrived as of Oct 23, 2026.What is the gate information for flight va243?
For flight va243, the departure terminal is T3 and the boarding gate is 5. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.What route does flight va243 fly?
Flight va243 is operated by Virgin Australia from Melbourne (MEL) to Adelaide (ADL). Typical flight time is about 1 hour25 minutes; operating days may include Friday.How can I check real-time status for flight va243?
Track flight va243 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 va243 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If va243 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Arrived, updated Oct 23, 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 va243 departed from Melbourne?
Flight va243 has already left Melbourne and completed its journey. Departure was 19:56; actual arrival 20:30.What is the seat configuration for flight va243?
Flight va243 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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