Virgin Australia VA491 Flight status
According to Trip.com’s latest record on status for Virgin Australia flight VA491 from Sydney to Sunshine Coast (SYD-MCY): Flight VA491 has safely landed at Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY) 13:01 (local time), about 1m late.
Sat, Sep 19
Sun, Sep 20
Mon, Sep 21
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 5m early
1h 35m
Check-in Counter
12-23,46-49
Boarding Gate
A45
Arrival Gate
2
Baggage
2
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 1m late
1h 35m
Check-in Counter
12-23,46-49
Boarding Gate
A36
Arrival Gate
3
Baggage
1
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
1h 35m
Check-in Counter
12-23,46-49
Boarding Gate
A44
Arrival Gate
--
Baggage
--
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VA827
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Melbourne (MEL) 
Sydney (SYD)
Sydney (SYD)Scheduled: 10:25
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VA491 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the VA491 flight from Sydney to Sunshine Coast on 9/20/2026 is operated using the aircraft model Boeing 737-800. This aircraft has been in service for 15y, 7m. The aircraft has 176 seats.
Boeing 737-800
Punctuality (Departure)
77%
Punctuality (Arrival)
90%
Late on average
5 minutes
Age
15y, 7m
Seats
176
Flight Distance
--
Economy
Business
In-Flight Services
None
Inflight entertainment is available
Unknown
USB port
Seat Information
79 cm
More legroom than on 58% of flights
43 cm
Seat width
110°
Reclining Angle
3-3
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
Meal included
Inflight entertainment is available
Unknown
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
97 cm
More legroom than on 67% of flights
50 cm
Seat width
120°
Reclining Angle
2-2
Seat layout example
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Flight History for VA491
Trip.com historical records show that the last VA491 flight departed on Sat, Sep 19 from SYD at approximately 11:43. This flight is expected to arrrive in MCY at 12:55.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Sat, Sep 12 | Sydney (SYD) | Sunshine Coast (MCY) | B38M | 11:41 | 12:58 | Arrived |
| Sun, Sep 13 | Sydney (SYD) | Sunshine Coast (MCY) | 738 | 11:43 | 13:02 | Arrived |
| Mon, Sep 14 | Sydney (SYD) | Sunshine Coast (MCY) | 738 | 11:55 | 13:12 | Arrived |
| Fri, Sep 18 | Sydney (SYD) | Sunshine Coast (MCY) | 738 | 11:43 | 12:52 | Arrived |
| Sat, Sep 19 | Sydney (SYD) | Sunshine Coast (MCY) | 738 | 11:43 | 12:55 | Arrived |
| Sun, Sep 20 | Sydney (SYD) | Sunshine Coast (MCY) | 738 | 11:48 | 13:01 | Arrived |
| Mon, Sep 21 | Sydney (SYD) | Sunshine Coast (MCY) | 738 | 11:25 | 13:00 | Scheduled |
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VA491 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the last 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of VA491 is 77% (Late on average 24 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 90% (Late on average 5 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
77%
Late on average 24 minutes
Early
0%
On time
77%
30 mins late
20%
60 mins late
0%
90 mins late
3%
Cancelled
0%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
90%
Late on average 5 minutes
Early
67%
On time
23%
30 mins late
7%
60 mins late
0%
90 mins late
3%
Cancelled
0%
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Flight FAQs
What is the current status of flight va491?
Flight va491 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival 13:01 (updated Sep 20, 2026).Is flight va491 on time today?
Flight va491 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival was 13:01; follow airport screens for the baggage carousel.Has flight va491 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight va491 is scheduled to depart at 11:25. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 11:48, and the current status is Arrived (updated Sep 20, 2026).When is flight va491 scheduled to arrive?
Flight va491 is scheduled to arrive at 13:00. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 13:01. Status is Arrived as of Sep 20, 2026.What is the gate information for flight va491?
For flight va491, the departure terminal is T2 and the boarding gate is A36. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.What route does flight va491 fly?
Flight va491 is operated by Virgin Australia from Sydney (SYD) to Sunshine Coast (MCY). Typical flight time is about 1 hour 35 minutes; operating days may include Sunday.How can I check real-time status for flight va491?
Track flight va491 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 va491 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If va491 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Arrived, updated Sep 20, 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 va491 departed from Sydney?
Flight va491 has already left Sydney and completed its journey. Departure was 11:48; actual arrival 13:01.What is the seat configuration for flight va491?
Flight va491 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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