Virgin Atlantic VS1709 Flight Status Today

Domestic flight Virgin Atlantic VS1709 takes off from Detroit (DTW) United States to Los Angeles (LAX) United States. It's operated by Virgin Atlantic. The plane leaves Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport at 18:38 21 January 2026 America/New_York. The flight is expected to land at Los Angeles International Airport at 21:00 21 January 2026 America/Los_Angeles. The flight will last about 5 hours 22 minutes.

Current status of VS1709 is Scheduled On time Estimated Depart in 1 hour, 25 minutes

VS1709 - VIR1709 Virgin Atlantic (VS)
DTW Detroit United States
Flight DTW to LAX
LAX Los Angeles United States
Scheduled On time Estimated Depart in 1 hour, 25 minutes
Departure Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
IATA: DTWICAO: KDTW
Scheduled 18:38 21 January 2026
Estimated 18:38 21 January 2026
M A70
Arrival Los Angeles International Airport
IATA: LAXICAO: KLAX
Scheduled 21:00 21 January 2026
Estimated 21:06 21 January 2026
3 36
VS1709 Detail
  • Type: Domestic Flight
  • Code Shares: KE 7487
  • Flight Duration: 5 hours 22 minutes
  • Flight Distance: 3184 kms / 1979 miles
Airline
  • Virgin Atlantic
  • IATA: VS
  • ICAO: VIR
  • Operating Days: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Passenger Services
  • Service type: Normal passenger
  • Seats: 180
  • Freight capacity: 17.1 tons
  • Passenger classes: Economy, Business Class, Premium Economy
More Detail
  • Aircraft: Airbus A321 (sharklets)
  • Callsign: VIR1709
  • Departure Timezone: America/New_York
  • Arrival Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
  • Current Time in Detroit: Wednesday 2026-01-21 17:13 PM
  • Current Time in Los Angeles: Wednesday 2026-01-21 14:13 PM

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Virgin Atlantic Flight VS1709 FAQs

What is the scheduled flight duration for Virgin Atlantic VS1709 flight?

On average, nonstop flight takes 5 hour(s) 22 minutes, with the flight distance of 3184 km (1979 miles).

What is the current status of Virgin Atlantic VS1709 flight?

The current status of flight Virgin Atlantic VS1709 is Scheduled On time.

What type of aircraft is used for the Virgin Atlantic VS1709 flight?

All Virgin Atlantic VS1709 flights are operated using Airbus A321 (sharklets) aircraft.

When does the flight Virgin Atlantic VS1709 arrive?

Flight Virgin Atlantic VS1709 arrives at 21:00.

Which terminal the flight Virgin Atlantic VS1709 is arriving at?

Flight Virgin Atlantic VS1709 arrives in Los Angeles International Airport at Terminal 3.

How many Virgin Atlantic VS1709 flights are operated a week?

6 flights per week. The Flight Virgin Atlantic VS1709 is operated on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday.