Virgin Australia
VA601 Flight Status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the VA601 flight operated by Virgin Australia on Oct 2, 2026, flying from Brisbane (BNE) to Mackay (MKY), departed at 6:15 AM and is expected to arrive at 7:30 AM and land at Mackay Airport (MKY).
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 12m early
1h 40m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
41
Arrival Gate
6
Baggage
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En route
Your flight has departed Brisbane and is expected to arrive in Mackay at 7:30 AM.
1h 40m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
44A
Arrival Gate
6
Baggage
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
1h 40m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
47
Arrival Gate
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Baggage
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VA471
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Perth (PER)
Brisbane (BNE)
Brisbane (BNE)
Scheduled: 11:40 PM
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VA601 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the VA601 flight flying from Brisbane to Mackay on 10/2/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Boeing 737-800. This aircraft has been in service for 14y. The aircraft is equipped with 176 seats.
Boeing 737-800
Punctuality (Departure)
97
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
97
%
Early on average
3 minutes
Age
14y
Seats
176
Flight Distance
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Economy
Business
In-Flight Services
None
Inflight entertainment is available
Unknown
USB port
Seat Information
79 cm
More legroom than on 6% 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
Legroom
50 cm
Seat width
120°
Reclining Angle
2-2
Seat layout example
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Flight History for VA601
Trip.com historical records show that the last VA601 flight departed on Thu, Oct 1 from BNE at approximately 6:18 AM. This flight is expected to arrrive in MKY at 7:33 AM.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Thu, Sep 24 | Brisbane (BNE) | Mackay (MKY) | 738 | 6:18 AM | 7:41 AM | Arrived |
| Fri, Sep 25 | Brisbane (BNE) | Mackay (MKY) | 738 | 6:13 AM | 7:34 AM | Arrived |
| Sat, Sep 26 | Brisbane (BNE) | Mackay (MKY) | 738 | 6:18 AM | 7:36 AM | Arrived |
| Mon, Sep 28 | Brisbane (BNE) | Mackay (MKY) | 738 | 6:23 AM | 7:43 AM | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 1 | Brisbane (BNE) | Mackay (MKY) | 738 | 6:18 AM | 7:33 AM | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 2 | Brisbane (BNE) | Mackay (MKY) | 738 | 6:15 AM | 7:30 AM | En route |
| Sat, Oct 3 | Brisbane (BNE) | Mackay (MKY) | 738 | 6:05 AM | 7:45 AM | Scheduled |
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VA601 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of VA601 is 97% (Late on average 17 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 97% (Early on average 3 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
97
%
Late on average
17 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
97
%
30 mins late
0
%
60 mins late
3
%
90 mins late
0
%
Canceled
2
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
97
%
Early on average
3 minutes
Early
80
%
On time
17
%
30 mins late
3
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
0
%
Canceled
2
%
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Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the current status of flight va601?
Flight va601 has departed (status: En route). Departure 6:15 AM, estimated arrival 7:30 AM (updated Oct 2, 2026). -
Is flight va601 on time today?
Flight va601 has already departed (status: En route). It took off at 6:15 AM and is estimated to arrive at 7:30 AM. -
Has flight va601 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight va601 is scheduled to depart at 6:05 AM. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 6:15 AM, and the current status is En route (updated Oct 2, 2026). -
When is flight va601 scheduled to arrive?
Flight va601 is scheduled to arrive at 7:45 AM. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 7:30 AM. Status is En route as of Oct 2, 2026. -
What is the gate information for flight va601?
For flight va601, the departure terminal is D and the boarding gate is 44A. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security. -
What route does flight va601 fly?
Flight va601 is operated by Virgin Australia from Brisbane (BNE) to Mackay (MKY). Typical flight time is about 1 hour40 minutes; operating days may include Friday. -
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If flight va601 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
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Has flight va601 departed from Brisbane?
Flight va601 has departed from Brisbane (BNE) at 6:15 AM (status: En route). -
What is the seat configuration for flight va601?
Flight va601 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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