Virgin Australia Flight QF853 Deals & Information (2025/2026)

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Virgin Australia Flight 853 Route Deals From $113

The cheapest prices found with in the last 7 days for return flights were $224 and $113 for one-way flights to Kingsford Smith Intl. for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Mon, Dec 15 - Wed, Dec 17
MEL
Tullamarine
SYD
Kingsford Smith Intl.
$224 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$224
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Virgin Australia flight, departing Mon, Dec 15 from Tullamarine to Kingsford Smith Intl., returning Wed, Dec 17, priced at $224 found 2 hours ago

Frequently asked questions

What route does flight number VA853 take?
VA853 travels from Tullamarine Airport to Mascot Airport and flies direct. This journey takes 1 hour and 25 minutes.
How often is VA853 on time?
Roughly 80% of VA853 flights arrive as scheduled — so if you're traveling between MEL and Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD), you can relax in confidence knowing that you'll reach your destination ASAP. In the rare event that this Virgin Australia flight experiences a delay, the average wait is around 10 minutes. Thanks to the air carrier's excellent service, this route has a 3.05-star rating.
What terminal does VA853 fly out of?
Flights to and from Tullamarine Airport (MEL) and Mascot Airport are served by flight number VA853, and passengers traveling on this flight usually board from Terminal 3.
What kind of plane is on flight number VA853?
Prepare to cruise the skies aboard a Boeing 737-800 if you're taking off on flight VA853. Nearly all flights from Melbourne, VIC Airport (MEL-Tullamarine) to Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD) are operated using this type of plane.
If I am not able to travel due to COVID-19, can I change my flight to a later date?
For more info about changing your VA853 flight with Travelocity, please visit our Customer Service Portal.