Virgin Australia VA8709 Flight Status Today

Domestic flight Virgin Australia VA8709 takes off from Wellington (WLG) New Zealand to Christchurch (CHC) New Zealand. It's operated by Virgin Australia. The plane leaves Wellington International Airport at 11:05 Pacific/Auckland. The flight is expected to land at Christchurch International Airport at 12:05 Pacific/Auckland. The flight will last about 60 minutes.

VA8709 - VOZ8709 Virgin Australia (VA)
WLG Wellington New Zealand
Flight WLG to CHC
CHC Christchurch New Zealand
NO FLIGHTS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS Lasted record on
Departure Wellington International Airport
IATA: WLGICAO: NZWN
Scheduled 11:05
Arrival Christchurch International Airport
IATA: CHCICAO: NZCH
Scheduled 12:05
VA8709 Detail
  • Type: Domestic Flight
  • Flight Duration: 60 minutes
  • Flight Distance: 304 kms / 189 miles
Airline
  • Virgin Australia
  • IATA: VA
  • ICAO: VOZ
  • Operating Days: NO FLIGHTS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS
Passenger Services
  • Service type: Normal passenger
  • Seats: 68
  • Freight capacity: 5 tons
  • Passenger classes: Economy, Shuttle
More Detail
  • Aircraft: AT76
  • Callsign: VOZ8709
  • Departure Timezone: Pacific/Auckland
  • Arrival Timezone: Pacific/Auckland
  • Current Time in Wellington: Monday 2026-02-09 00:29 AM
  • Current Time in Christchurch: Monday 2026-02-09 00:29 AM

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Virgin Australia Flight VA8709 FAQs

What is the scheduled flight duration for Virgin Australia VA8709 flight?

On average, nonstop flight takes 60 minutes, with the flight distance of 304 km (189 miles).

What type of aircraft is used for the Virgin Australia VA8709 flight?

All Virgin Australia VA8709 flights are operated using AT76 aircraft.