Virgin Australia VA494 Flight Status
Based on Trip.com’s real-time data, the VA494 flight operated by Virgin Australia on Nov 2, 2026 is scheduled to fly from Sunshine Coast (MCY) to Sydney (SYD). The flight is expected to depart at 16:20 (local time in Sunshine Coast, UTC+10) and land at 18:42 (local time in Sydney, UTC+11) .
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 5m late
1h 40m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
3
Arrival Gate
A35
Baggage
D3
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
1h 40m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
3
Arrival Gate
45
Baggage
D3
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
1h 40m
Check-in Counter
--
Boarding Gate
--
Arrival Gate
A34
Baggage
D3
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VA494 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the VA494 flight flying from Sunshine Coast to Sydney on 11/2/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Boeing 737-800. This aircraft has been in service for 4m. The aircraft is equipped with 177 seats.
Boeing 737-800
Punctuality (Departure)
58
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
75
%
Late on average
21 minutes
Age
4m
Seats
177
Distance
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Economy
Business
Premium Economy
Onboard Amenities
None
Inflight entertainment is available
Wi-Fi (additional charge)
USB port
Seating Plan
76 cm
More legroom than on 30% of flights
43 cm
Seat width
100°
Reclining Angle
3-3
Seat layout example
Onboard Amenities
Meal included
Inflight entertainment is available
Wi-Fi is available
USB port and power outlet
Seating Plan
94 cm
Legroom
53 cm
Seat width better than on 40% of flights
120°
Reclining Angle
2-2
Seat layout example
Onboard Amenities
None
On-demand entertainment
Wi-Fi is available
USB port and power outlet
Seating Plan
86 cm
Legroom
43 cm
Seat width
110°
Reclining Angle
--
Seat layout example
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Flight History for VA494
Trip.com historical records show that the last VA494 flight departed on Sun, Nov 1 from MCY at approximately 16:31. This flight is expected to arrrive in SYD at 19:05.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Type | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Tue, Oct 27 | Sunshine Coast (MCY) | Sydney (SYD) | 738 | 16:27 | 19:02 | Arrived |
| Wed, Oct 28 | Sunshine Coast (MCY) | Sydney (SYD) | 738 | 17:19 | 19:34 | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 29 | Sunshine Coast (MCY) | Sydney (SYD) | 738 | 17:29 | 19:51 | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 30 | Sunshine Coast (MCY) | Sydney (SYD) | 738 | 19:13 | 21:32 | Arrived |
| Sun, Nov 1 | Sunshine Coast (MCY) | Sydney (SYD) | 738 | 16:31 | 19:05 | Arrived |
| Mon, Nov 2 | Sunshine Coast (MCY) | Sydney (SYD) | 738 | 16:20 | 18:42 | Scheduled |
| Tue, Nov 3 | Sunshine Coast (MCY) | Sydney (SYD) | 738 | 16:20 | 19:00 | Scheduled |
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VA494 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of VA494 is 58% (Late on average 38 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 75% (Late on average 21 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
58
%
Late on average
38 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
58
%
30 mins late
21
%
60 mins late
13
%
90 mins late
8
%
Cancelled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
75
%
Late on average
21 minutes
Early
29
%
On time
46
%
30 mins late
17
%
60 mins late
4
%
90 mins late
4
%
Cancelled
0
%
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current status of flight va494?
Flight va494 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure 16:20, arrival 19:00 (updated Nov 2, 2026).Is flight va494 on time today?
Flight va494 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure is 16:20, with arrival at 19:00. Recheck gate and timing before you head to the airport.Has flight va494 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight va494 is scheduled to depart at 16:20. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 16:20, and the current status is Scheduled (updated Nov 2, 2026).When is flight va494 scheduled to arrive?
Flight va494 is scheduled to arrive at 19:00. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 18:42. Status is Scheduled as of Nov 2, 2026.What is the baggage carousel number for flight va494?
After arrival, baggage for flight va494 is expected at carousel D3 in terminal T2. Carousel numbers are assigned close to landing and may change—follow airport signs on arrival.What route does flight va494 fly?
Flight va494 is operated by Virgin Australia from Sunshine Coast (MCY) to Sydney (SYD). Typical flight time is about 1 hour40 minutes; operating days may include Monday.How can I check real-time status for flight va494?
Track flight va494 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 va494 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If va494 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Scheduled, updated Nov 2, 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 va494 departed from Sunshine Coast?
Flight va494 has not departed from Sunshine Coast (MCY) yet and is currently on schedule for 16:20.What is the seat configuration for flight va494?
Flight va494 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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