Virgin Australia VA8977 Flight Status Today

Domestic flight Virgin Australia VA8977 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 14:35 Pacific/Auckland. The flight is expected to land at Christchurch International Airport at 15:35 Pacific/Auckland. The flight will last about 60 minutes.

VA8977 - VOZ8977 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 14:35
Arrival Christchurch International Airport
IATA: CHCICAO: NZCH
Scheduled 15:35
VA8977 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: AT7
  • Callsign: VOZ8977
  • Departure Timezone: Pacific/Auckland
  • Arrival Timezone: Pacific/Auckland
  • Current Time in Wellington: Sunday 2026-03-01 02:49 AM
  • Current Time in Christchurch: Sunday 2026-03-01 02:49 AM

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Virgin Australia Flight VA8977 FAQs

What is the scheduled flight duration for Virgin Australia VA8977 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 VA8977 flight?

All Virgin Australia VA8977 flights are operated using AT7 aircraft.