Virgin Australia
VA163 Flight Status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the VA163 flight operated by Virgin Australia on Oct 5, 2026 is scheduled to fly from Sydney (SYD) to Queenstown (ZQN). The flight is expected to depart at 8:30 AM (local time in Sydney, UTC+11) and land at 1:30 PM (local time in Queenstown, UTC+13) .
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 8m early
3h
Check-in Counter
J
Boarding Gate
26B
Arrival Gate
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Baggage
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
3h
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
26
Arrival Gate
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Baggage
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
3h
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
63
Arrival Gate
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Baggage
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Scheduled: 8:40 PM
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VA163 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the VA163 flight flying from Sydney to Queenstown on 10/5/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Boeing 737-800. This aircraft has been in service for 14y, 2m. The aircraft is equipped with 176 seats.
Boeing 737-800
Punctuality (Departure)
43
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
70
%
Late on average
19 minutes
Age
14y, 2m
Seats
176
Flight Distance
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Economy
Business
In-Flight Services
None
Inflight entertainment is available
Wi-Fi (additional charge)
USB port
Seat Information
79 cm
More legroom than on 100% of flights
43 cm
Seat width
110°
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
97 cm
More legroom than on 100% of flights
50 cm
Seat width
120°
Reclining Angle
2-2
Seat layout example
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Flight History for VA163
Trip.com historical records show that the last VA163 flight departed on Sun, Oct 4 from SYD at approximately 8:51 AM. This flight is expected to arrrive in ZQN at 1:22 PM.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Wed, Sep 30 | Sydney (SYD) | Queenstown (ZQN) | B38M | 9:01 AM | 2:51 PM | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 1 | Sydney (SYD) | Queenstown (ZQN) | 738 | 8:59 AM | 2:31 PM | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 2 | Sydney (SYD) | Queenstown (ZQN) | 738 | 9:11 AM | 1:41 PM | Arrived |
| Sat, Oct 3 | Sydney (SYD) | Queenstown (ZQN) | B38M | 10:14 AM | 2:52 PM | Arrived |
| Sun, Oct 4 | Sydney (SYD) | Queenstown (ZQN) | B38M | 8:51 AM | 1:22 PM | Arrived |
| Mon, Oct 5 | Sydney (SYD) | Queenstown (ZQN) | 738 | 8:30 AM | 1:30 PM | Scheduled |
| Tue, Oct 6 | Sydney (SYD) | Queenstown (ZQN) | B38M | 8:30 AM | 1:30 PM | Scheduled |
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VA163 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of VA163 is 43% (Late on average 41 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 70% (Late on average 19 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
43
%
Late on average
41 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
43
%
30 mins late
33
%
60 mins late
20
%
90 mins late
3
%
Canceled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
70
%
Late on average
19 minutes
Early
23
%
On time
47
%
30 mins late
13
%
60 mins late
17
%
90 mins late
0
%
Canceled
0
%
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Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the current status of flight va163?
Flight va163 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure 8:30 AM, arrival 1:30 PM (updated Oct 5, 2026). -
Is flight va163 on time today?
Flight va163 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure is 8:30 AM, with arrival at 1:30 PM. Recheck gate and timing before you head to the airport. -
Has flight va163 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight va163 is scheduled to depart at 8:30 AM. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 8:30 AM, and the current status is Scheduled (updated Oct 5, 2026). -
When is flight va163 scheduled to arrive?
Flight va163 is scheduled to arrive at 1:30 PM. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 1:30 PM. Status is Scheduled as of Oct 5, 2026. -
What is the gate information for flight va163?
For flight va163, the departure terminal is T1 and the boarding gate is 26. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security. -
What route does flight va163 fly?
Flight va163 is operated by Virgin Australia from Sydney (SYD) to Queenstown (ZQN). Typical flight time is about 3 hours; operating days may include Monday. -
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If flight va163 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
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Has flight va163 departed from Sydney?
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What is the seat configuration for flight va163?
Flight va163 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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