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About Virgin Australia

Virgin Australia (IATA: VA, ICAO: VOZ) is a airline.

Virgin Australia is the second-largest airline in Australia and the country's primary full-service competitor to Qantas on domestic routes. Founded in 2000 by the Virgin Group, Virgin Australia has established itself as a quality domestic carrier known for its service standards and Velocity loyalty programme. After restructuring post-COVID, the airline is rebuilding its domestic and regional network.

Did you know? Virgin Australia entered administration in April 2020 during the COVID-19 pandemic and was purchased by Bain Capital — becoming one of the few airlines to successfully emerge from administration and resume full operations within the same calendar year.

Virgin Australia — Facts & Travel Tips

Key facts and practical tips for Virgin Australia passengers

Main Hubs
Melbourne (MEL), Sydney (SYD), Brisbane (BNE), Perth (PER)
Founded
2000 — 26 years of service
Fleet Size
~95 aircraft
Boeing 737-800, Boeing 737 MAX, ATR 72
Destinations
30+ destinations worldwide
Baggage Policy
Economy Choice/Flex: 23kg checked bag. Economy Lite: no free checked bag. Carry-on: 7kg. Business: 32kg. Velocity Frequent Flyer loyalty programme.
Check-in Tips
Virgin Australia online check-in opens 24 hours before departure. Sydney International Terminal is separate from the domestic terminals — allow extra time if connecting to international flights.

How to Track Virgin Australia Flights

Tracking a Virgin Australia flight on Departra is simple. Enter your VA flight number in the search box above — for example, VA100 — and you will see the live status including:

  • Real-time aircraft position on an interactive map
  • Departure and arrival times with delay information
  • Gate and terminal assignments where available
  • Live weather at both departure and arrival airports
  • Aircraft type and altitude, speed, and heading data

Flight data typically becomes available 24 hours before the scheduled departure. For the most accurate information, check closer to your departure time.