Virgin Australia VA161 Flight status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the VA161 flight operated by Virgin Australia on Oct 26, 2026 is scheduled to fly from Sydney (SYD) to Queenstown (ZQN). The flight is expected to depart at 9:15 AM (local time in Sydney, UTC+11) and arrive at 1:49 PM (local time in Queenstown, UTC+13) .
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 8m late
3h
Check-in Counter
H
Boarding Gate
26D
Arrival Gate
8
Baggage
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
3h
Check-in Counter
H
Boarding Gate
26E
Arrival Gate
GATE
Baggage
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
3h
Check-in Counter
H
Boarding Gate
26
Arrival Gate
--
Baggage
--
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VA161 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the VA161 flight from Sydney to Queenstown on 10/26/2026 is operated using the aircraft model Boeing 737 MAX 8. This aircraft has been in service for 1y, 4m. The aircraft has 177 seats.
Boeing 737 MAX 8
Punctuality (Departure)
87
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
97
%
Early on average
6 minutes
Age
1y, 4m
Seats
177
Flight Distance
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Economy
Business
Premium Economy
In-Flight Services
None
Inflight entertainment is available
Wi-Fi (additional charge)
USB port
Seat Information
76 cm
More legroom than on 25% of flights
43 cm
Seat width
100°
Reclining Angle
3-3
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
Meal included
Inflight entertainment is available
Wi-Fi is available
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
94 cm
Legroom
53 cm
Seat width
120°
Reclining Angle
2-2
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
None
On-demand entertainment
Wi-Fi is available
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
86 cm
Legroom
43 cm
Seat width
110°
Reclining Angle
--
Seat layout example
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Flight History for VA161
Trip.com historical records show that the last VA161 flight departed on Sun, Oct 25 from SYD at approximately 9:51 AM. This flight is expected to arrrive in ZQN at 2:23 PM.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Sat, Oct 3 | Sydney (SYD) | Queenstown (ZQN) | 738 | 7:38 AM | 1:15 PM | Arrived |
| Sun, Oct 25 | Sydney (SYD) | Queenstown (ZQN) | B38M | 9:51 AM | 2:23 PM | Arrived |
| Mon, Oct 26 | Sydney (SYD) | Queenstown (ZQN) | B38M | 9:15 AM | 1:49 PM | Scheduled |
| Tue, Oct 27 | Sydney (SYD) | Queenstown (ZQN) | B38M | 9:15 AM | 2:15 PM | Scheduled |
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VA161 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the last 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of VA161 is 87% (Late on average 17 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 97% (Early on average 6 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
87
%
Late on average
17 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
87
%
30 mins late
13
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
97
%
Early on average
6 minutes
Early
67
%
On time
30
%
30 mins late
3
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
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Flight FAQs
What is the current status of flight va161?
Flight va161 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure 9:15 AM, arrival 2:15 PM (updated Oct 26, 2026).Is flight va161 on time today?
Flight va161 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure is 9:15 AM, with arrival at 2:15 PM. Recheck gate and timing before you head to the airport.Has flight va161 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight va161 is scheduled to depart at 9:15 AM. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 9:15 AM, and the current status is Scheduled (updated Oct 26, 2026).When is flight va161 scheduled to arrive?
Flight va161 is scheduled to arrive at 2:15 PM. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 1:49 PM. Status is Scheduled as of Oct 26, 2026.What is the gate information for flight va161?
For flight va161, the departure terminal is T1 and the boarding gate is 26E. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.What route does flight va161 fly?
Flight va161 is operated by Virgin Australia from Sydney (SYD) to Queenstown (ZQN). Typical flight time is about 3 hours; operating days may include Monday.How can I check real-time status for flight va161?
Track flight va161 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 va161 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If va161 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Scheduled, updated Oct 26, 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 va161 departed from Sydney?
Flight va161 has not departed from Sydney (SYD) yet and is currently on schedule for 9:15 AM.What is the seat configuration for flight va161?
Flight va161 usually flies a Boeing 737 MAX 8 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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