Virgin Australia VA609 Flight Status
Status: Flight VA609 Landed Safely | Early. According to Trip.com's latest status for Virgin Australia flight VA609 from Brisbane to Mackay (BNE-MKY): Landed: Mackay Airport (MKY) at 17:38 (local time) Early: Approximately 12m early.
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 6m early
1h 40m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
40B
Arrival Gate
6
Baggage
2
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 12m early
1h 40m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
47
Arrival Gate
6
Baggage
2
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
1h 40m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
46
Arrival Gate
6
Baggage
2
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VA609 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the VA609 flight flying from Brisbane to Mackay on 11/5/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Boeing 737. This aircraft has been in service for 15y, 1m. The aircraft is equipped with 128 seats.
Boeing 737
Punctuality (Departure)
57
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
87
%
Late on average
9 minutes
Age
15y, 1m
Seats
128
Distance
--
Economy
Business
Onboard Amenities
None
Inflight entertainment is available
Wi-Fi is unavailable
No power outlets are available
Seating Plan
79 cm
More legroom than on 7% of flights
43 cm
Seat width
110°
Reclining Angle
3-3
Seat layout example
Onboard Amenities
Meal included
Inflight entertainment is available
Wi-Fi is unavailable
USB port and power outlet
Seating Plan
94 cm
Legroom
50 cm
Seat width
120°
Reclining Angle
2-2
Seat layout example
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Flight History for VA609
Trip.com historical records show that the last VA609 flight departed on Wed, Nov 4 from BNE at approximately 16:33. This flight is expected to arrrive in MKY at 17:44.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Type | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Sun, Nov 1 | Brisbane (BNE) | Mackay (MKY) | 737 | 16:39 | 17:51 | Arrived |
| Mon, Nov 2 | Brisbane (BNE) | Mackay (MKY) | 738 | 16:42 | 17:54 | Arrived |
| Tue, Nov 3 | Brisbane (BNE) | Mackay (MKY) | 738 | 16:38 | 17:48 | Arrived |
| Wed, Nov 4 | Brisbane (BNE) | Mackay (MKY) | 738 | 16:33 | 17:44 | Arrived |
| Thu, Nov 5 | Brisbane (BNE) | Mackay (MKY) | 738 | 16:21 | 17:38 | Arrived |
| Fri, Nov 6 | Brisbane (BNE) | Mackay (MKY) | 737 | 16:10 | 17:50 | Scheduled |
| Sat, Nov 7 | Brisbane (BNE) | Mackay (MKY) | 738 | 16:10 | 17:50 | Scheduled |
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VA609 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of VA609 is 57% (Late on average 35 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 87% (Late on average 9 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
57
%
Late on average
35 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
57
%
30 mins late
33
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
10
%
Cancelled
1
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
87
%
Late on average
9 minutes
Early
50
%
On time
37
%
30 mins late
3
%
60 mins late
3
%
90 mins late
7
%
Cancelled
1
%
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current status of flight va609?
Flight va609 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival 17:38 (updated Nov 5, 2026).Is flight va609 on time today?
Flight va609 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival was 17:38; follow airport screens for the baggage carousel.Has flight va609 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight va609 is scheduled to depart at 16:10. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 16:21, and the current status is Arrived (updated Nov 5, 2026).When is flight va609 scheduled to arrive?
Flight va609 is scheduled to arrive at 17:50. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 17:38. Status is Arrived as of Nov 5, 2026.What is the gate information for flight va609?
For flight va609, the departure terminal is D and the boarding gate is 47. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.What route does flight va609 fly?
Flight va609 is operated by Virgin Australia from Brisbane (BNE) to Mackay (MKY). Typical flight time is about 1 hour40 minutes; operating days may include Thursday.How can I check real-time status for flight va609?
Track flight va609 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 va609 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If va609 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Arrived, updated Nov 5, 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 va609 departed from Brisbane?
Flight va609 has already left Brisbane and completed its journey. Departure was 16:21; actual arrival 17:38.What is the seat configuration for flight va609?
Flight va609 usually flies a Boeing 737 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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