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Virgin Australia

VA VOZ

Australia · Callsign: VIRGIN

278

Routes

82

Destinations

23

Countries

278

Flights

Route Network

Short-Haul 121
Medium-Haul 119
Long-Haul 26
Ultra-Long-Haul 12
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Codeshare Network

66

Own-Operated

212

Codeshare

76% of routes are codeshare agreements

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Longest Routes

From To Distance Time
LAX 🇺🇸 MEL 🇦🇺 12,758 km 931 min
MEL 🇦🇺 LAX 🇺🇸 12,758 km 931 min
AUH 🇦🇪 SYD 🇦🇺 12,062 km 881 min
SYD 🇦🇺 AUH 🇦🇪 12,062 km 881 min
SYD 🇦🇺 LAX 🇺🇸 12,061 km 881 min
LAX 🇺🇸 SYD 🇦🇺 12,061 km 881 min
MEL 🇦🇺 AUH 🇦🇪 11,652 km 852 min
AUH 🇦🇪 MEL 🇦🇺 11,652 km 852 min
LAX 🇺🇸 BNE 🇦🇺 11,533 km 844 min
BNE 🇦🇺 LAX 🇺🇸 11,533 km 844 min
SIN 🇸🇬 MUC 🇩🇪 10,058 km 740 min
MUC 🇩🇪 SIN 🇸🇬 10,058 km 740 min
SIN 🇸🇬 JNB 🇿🇦 8,656 km 641 min
JNB 🇿🇦 SIN 🇸🇬 8,656 km 641 min
HNL 🇺🇸 SYD 🇦🇺 8,170 km 607 min
SYD 🇦🇺 HNL 🇺🇸 8,170 km 607 min
SYD 🇦🇺 HKG 🇭🇰 7,394 km 552 min
SYD 🇦🇺 SIN 🇸🇬 6,293 km 474 min
SIN 🇸🇬 SYD 🇦🇺 6,293 km 474 min
BNE 🇦🇺 SIN 🇸🇬 6,143 km 464 min

Top Destinations

  • Australia 185
  • United States 20
  • New Zealand 19
  • Singapore 11
  • United Arab Emirates 6
  • Indonesia 6
  • Mexico 4
  • South Africa 3
  • Pakistan 3
  • Samoa 3
  • Fiji 3
  • Germany 2
  • Tonga 2
  • Christmas Island 2
  • Solomon Islands 1

Aircraft Types

  • Boeing 737-800W 146 routes
  • Embraer E190 76 routes
  • Airbus A320 45 routes
  • Boeing 737-700W 31 routes
  • Fokker 100 22 routes
  • ATR 72 18 routes
  • Boeing 777-300ER 18 routes
  • Airbus A330-200 15 routes
  • Boeing 777-200 14 routes
  • McDonnell Douglas MD-88 12 routes
  • Airbus A319 9 routes
  • Boeing 777-300 8 routes
  • Boeing 737-800 8 routes
  • Airbus A330-300 7 routes
  • Boeing 767-300 6 routes

소개 Virgin Australia

Virgin Australia, founded in 2000 as Virgin Blue by Richard Branson's Virgin Group and Brett Godfrey, is headquartered in Bowen Hills, Brisbane. The airline operates its primary hub at Brisbane Airport, with secondary bases at Sydney, Melbourne, and Perth airports. Virgin Australia's fleet consists of Boeing 737-700 and 737-800 aircraft. The airline's cabin products include Business Class with recliner seats on its all-narrow-body fleet, and Economy. Virgin Australia originally launched as a low-cost carrier but gradually moved upmarket into the hybrid carrier space, adding business class, lounges, and a frequent flyer program to compete with Qantas for corporate and premium travelers. The Velocity Frequent Flyer program is one of Australia's most popular loyalty programs. Virgin Australia entered voluntary administration in 2020 during the COVID-19 pandemic and was acquired by Bain Capital, relaunching with a simplified fleet and product strategy. The airline currently positions itself as a mid-market carrier, maintaining business class and lounge access while offering competitive fares against Qantas. Virgin Australia serves an extensive domestic network connecting Australian capital cities and regional destinations, along with international services to Fiji, Bali, and New Zealand. The airline does not belong to any global airline alliance but has partnership agreements with carriers including Singapore Airlines, United Airlines, and Delta Air Lines. The Virgin Australia Lounge network provides ground services at major Australian airports.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Virgin Australia belong to an airline alliance?
Virgin Australia is not a member of any major airline alliance. The airline was previously aligned with Virgin Atlantic but became fully owned by Bain Capital after restructuring in 2020. Virgin Australia has codeshare agreements with Singapore Airlines, United Airlines, and Delta Air Lines.
Where are Virgin Australia main hub airports?
Virgin Australia operates from multiple Australian bases, with Brisbane Airport (BNE) serving as its headquarters. Other major bases include Sydney (SYD), Melbourne (MEL), and Perth (PER). The airline provides extensive domestic and short-haul international services.
What cabin classes does Virgin Australia offer?
Virgin Australia offers Business Class and Economy on domestic and short-haul international routes. Business Class features recliner-style seats with premium meals and lounge access. The airline positions itself as a value-oriented alternative to Qantas with a focus on customer service quality.
What is Virgin Australia checked baggage allowance?
Virgin Australia Economy passengers receive one free checked bag up to 23 kg on most fares, with Economy Lite fares excluding checked baggage. Business Class includes two checked bags at 32 kg each. Velocity Frequent Flyer Gold and Platinum members receive additional baggage allowances.
What is the Velocity Frequent Flyer program?
Velocity is Virgin Australia's loyalty program, offering Red, Silver, Gold, and Platinum tiers. Members earn Velocity Points on flights and with partners including Singapore Airlines and Etihad Airways. Points can be redeemed for flights, upgrades, and hotel stays. The program is popular in Australia and competes directly with Qantas Frequent Flyer.