Virgin Australia VA697 Flight status
According to Trip.com’s latest record on status for Virgin Australia flight VA697 from Melbourne to Perth (MEL-PER): Flight VA697 has safely landed at Perth Airport (PER) 19:20 (local time), about 10m late.
Tue, Nov 10
Wed, Nov 11
Thu, Nov 12
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 12m late
4h 15m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
3
Arrival Gate
48B
Baggage
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 10m late
4h 15m
Check-in Counter
--
Boarding Gate
13
Arrival Gate
48B
Baggage
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
4h 15m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
4
Arrival Gate
47B
Baggage
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VA697
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VA1036
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Sunshine Coast (MCY)
Melbourne (MEL)
Melbourne (MEL)
Scheduled: 16:05
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44m late
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VA697 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the VA697 flight from Melbourne to Perth on 11/11/2026 is operated using the aircraft model Boeing 737-800. This aircraft has been in service for 13y, 4m. The aircraft has 176 seats.
Boeing 737-800
Punctuality (Departure)
57
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
80
%
Late on average
4 minutes
Age
13y, 4m
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 57% 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 63% of flights
50 cm
Seat width
120°
Reclining Angle
2-2
Seat layout example
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Flight History for VA697
Trip.com historical records show that the last VA697 flight departed on Tue, Nov 10 from MEL at approximately 18:43. This flight is expected to arrrive in PER at 19:22.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Thu, Nov 5 | Melbourne (MEL) | Perth (PER) | 738 | 18:16 | 19:17 | Arrived |
| Fri, Nov 6 | Melbourne (MEL) | Perth (PER) | 738 | 18:11 | 19:15 | Arrived |
| Sun, Nov 8 | Melbourne (MEL) | Perth (PER) | 738 | 18:47 | 20:09 | Arrived |
| Mon, Nov 9 | Melbourne (MEL) | Perth (PER) | B38M | 18:07 | 18:52 | Arrived |
| Tue, Nov 10 | Melbourne (MEL) | Perth (PER) | B38M | 18:43 | 19:22 | Arrived |
| Wed, Nov 11 | Melbourne (MEL) | Perth (PER) | 738 | 18:16 | 19:20 | Arrived |
| Thu, Nov 12 | Melbourne (MEL) | Perth (PER) | 738 | 17:55 | 19:10 | Scheduled |
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VA697 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the last 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of VA697 is 57% (Late on average 34 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 80% (Late on average 4 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
57
%
Late on average
34 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
57
%
30 mins late
27
%
60 mins late
13
%
90 mins late
3
%
Cancelled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
80
%
Late on average
4 minutes
Early
50
%
On time
30
%
30 mins late
13
%
60 mins late
7
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
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Flight FAQs
What is the current status of flight va697?
Flight va697 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival 19:20 (updated Nov 11, 2026).Is flight va697 on time today?
Flight va697 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival was 19:20; follow airport screens for the baggage carousel.Has flight va697 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight va697 is scheduled to depart at 17:55. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 18:16, and the current status is Arrived (updated Nov 11, 2026).When is flight va697 scheduled to arrive?
Flight va697 is scheduled to arrive at 19:10. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 19:20. Status is Arrived as of Nov 11, 2026.What is the gate information for flight va697?
For flight va697, the departure terminal is T3 and the boarding gate is 13. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.What route does flight va697 fly?
Flight va697 is operated by Virgin Australia from Melbourne (MEL) to Perth (PER). Typical flight time is about 4 hours 15 minutes; operating days may include Wednesday.How can I check real-time status for flight va697?
Track flight va697 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 va697 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If va697 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Arrived, updated Nov 11, 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 va697 departed from Melbourne?
Flight va697 has already left Melbourne and completed its journey. Departure was 18:16; actual arrival 19:20.What is the seat configuration for flight va697?
Flight va697 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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