The information below sets out the specific fare rules, inclusions, fees and surcharges for each fare type. These are in addition to your rights under the Australian Consumer Law or other applicable laws.
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Bali, Fiji, Queenstown*, Samoa and Vanuatu (operated by Virgin Australia)
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Fares
Lite Choice Flex Business Cabin class Economy Economy Economy Business Food onboard Complimentary water, tea and coffee1. Food and drinks will be available for purchase from our onboard menu. Included In-flight entertainment Included Included Included Included Carry-on baggage 7kg total (2 pieces max.) 7kg total (2 pieces max.) 7kg total (2 pieces max.) 7kg total (2 pieces max.) Checked baggage Available for purchase 1 x 23kg 1 x 23kg 2 x 32kg Choose your Standard seat Available for purchase Included Included Included Access to the Virgin Australia Lounge Not included Included Priority check-in, boarding and baggage2 Not included Not included Not included Included where available Economy X Available for purchase Available for purchase Available for purchase Preferred Seat Available for purchase Available for purchase Available for purchase UpgradeMe Eligible Eligible Eligible 1Hot drinks may not be served in the event of turbulence.
2Priority boarding available at selected airports.
Priority boarding is available at the following domestic ports:
Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Perth, Canberra, Adelaide, Hobart, Darwin, Gold Coast, Cairns, Alice Springs, Mackay, Bundaberg, Hamilton Island, Maroochydore, Ballina.
Priority boarding is available at the following international ports:
Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Gold Coast, Tokyo (Haneda).
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Extras for Velocity members
Looking for more?
Earn, redeem and enjoy extra perks as a Velocity member when you travel in an eligible fare class with Virgin Australia.
Lite Choice Flex Business Velocity Points For bookings made before April 2, 2025: Earn 5 Velocity Points per $1 you spend.
For bookings made on or after April 2, 2025: Earn 4 Velocity Points per $1 you spend.
Velocity Status Credits Earn Status Credits when you travel on eligible fares with Virgin Australia Velocity Points Bonus Not included Available to Platinum (100%), Gold (75%) and Silver (50%) members Velocity Fly Ahead Not included Available to Platinum members. Available to Platinum and Gold members Eligible sectors No Yes, until September 30, 2025. Upgrade using Points No Yes Yes Status carry-on baggage allowance Included for Platinum and Gold members Status checked baggage allowance Not included Included - see baggage allowances Included - see baggage allowances Included - see baggage allowances Choose your seat Available to Platinum members Included Included Included Access to the Virgin Australia Lounge2 Available to Platinum and Gold members or members with a single entry Lounge pass. Included Priority check-in Available to Platinum, Gold and Silver members Included Priority boarding and baggage3 Available to Platinum and Gold members Included where available 1Hot drinks may not be served in the event of turbulence.
2If you hold a single entry Lounge pass or have purchased a Lounge membership, you are entitled to Lounge entry. Lounge access is subject to the Virgin Australia Lounge terms and conditions.
3Priority boarding available at selected airports.
Priority boarding is available at the following international ports:
Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Gold Coast, Tokyo (Haneda).
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Changing your flight
If you make changes to your upcoming flight, the below change fees may apply.
Change fees apply per person, per booking. Change and cancellation fees are not payable where you are entitled to a refund under the Australian Consumer Law. For fees in other currencies, fees listed below will be converted to local currency as per daily exchange.
All Virgin Australia airfares are subject to change without notice. If you change your booking, your new fare may be more expensive than the original fare paid.
Lite
Choice
Flex
Business
More than 14 days prior to scheduled departure $99 AUD/NZD fee*
plus fare difference$99 AUD/NZD fee~
plus fare differenceNo fee
plus fare differenceNo fee
plus fare differenceUp to midnight prior to scheduled departure $99 AUD/NZD fee*
plus fare difference$99 AUD/NZD fee*
plus fare differenceNo fee
plus fare differenceNo fee
plus fare differencePrior to scheduled departure Loss of fare $99 AUD/NZD fee*
plus fare differenceNo fee
plus fare differenceNo fee
plus fare differenceAfter scheduled flight departure Not permitted *For bookings made with Virgin Australia prior to 17 November 2022, for domestic and international short haul flights operated by Virgin Australia, the fee will be $80 plus fare difference for the first change a guest makes to their booking, and any subsequent changes will be subject to the fees outlined the table above.
*For bookings made with Virgin Australia between 17 November 2022 and 24 May 2023, for domestic and international short haul flights operated by Virgin Australia, the fee will be $89 plus fare difference for the first change a guest makes to their booking, and any subsequent changes will be subject to the fees outlined the table above.
~For bookings made with Virgin Australia prior to 1 September 2023, for domestic and international short haul flights operated by Virgin Australia, the fee will be $0 plus fare difference for the first change a guest makes to their booking, and any subsequent changes will be subject to the fees outlined the table above.
What if Virgin Australia changes your flight?
If we need to change your flight before or on the day of travel, we will either contact you or your travel agent will contact you to advise you of the change to your flight details.
If the new flight time is not suitable to you, you can contact our Guest Contact Centre or your nominated travel agent to request a different flight time.
If we cannot make suitable alternative arrangements, you may request a travel credit or a refund of the total price you paid for your impacted flight by contacting our Guest Contact Centre or your travel agent.
Name changes:
Name changes are not permitted. Once a booking has been made, you will not be permitted to change the name on your ticket.
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Cancellations
If you cancel your upcoming flight, the below cancellation fees may apply.
Cancellation fees apply per person, per booking. Change and cancellation fees are not payable where you are entitled to a refund under the Australian Consumer Law. For fees in other currencies, fees listed below will be converted to local currency as per daily exchange.
The below fees and refund options apply for cancellations made prior to scheduled departure.
Lite
Choice
Flex
Business
Receive a travel credit Loss of fare $99 AUD/NZD fee* No fee No fee Refund to original payment method Loss of fare Loss of fare $99 AUD/NZD fee* No fee *For bookings made with Virgin Australia prior to 17 November 2022, for domestic and international short haul flights operated by Virgin Australia, the fee will be $80 plus fare difference for the first change a guest makes to their booking, and any subsequent changes will be subject to the fees outlined the table above.
*For bookings made with Virgin Australia between 17 November 2022 and 24 May 2023, for domestic and international short haul flights operated by Virgin Australia, the fee will be $89 plus fare difference for the first change a guest makes to their booking, and any subsequent changes will be subject to the fees outlined the table above.
I booked with Velocity Points
Lite
Choice
Flex
Business
Receive a travel credit^ Loss of fare $99 AUD/NZD fee~ No fee No fee Refund to original payment method+ Loss of fare Loss of fare $99 AUD/NZD fee~ No fee ^Travel credit permitted only for the full unused ticket value including any fare portion where Velocity Points have been redeemed. Credit amount excludes booking and credit/debit card fees.
+For refund to original payment method including a refund of Points redeemed to Velocity account. Credit and refund amount excludes booking and credit/debit card fees.
~For bookings made with Virgin Australia prior to 17 November 2022, for domestic and international short haul flights operated by Virgin Australia, the fee will be $80 plus fare difference for the first change a guest makes to their booking, and any subsequent changes will be subject to the fees outlined the table above.
~For bookings made with Virgin Australia between 17 November 2022 and 24 May 2023, for domestic and international short haul flights operated by Virgin Australia, the fee will be $89 plus fare difference for the first change a guest makes to their booking, and any subsequent changes will be subject to the fees outlined the table above.
What if Virgin Australia cancels your flight?
If we cancel your flight, we will move you to the next available Virgin Australia flight to the same destination without charge.
If the new flight time is not suitable to you, there may be some circumstances where we will seek to transfer you to a service to the same destination operated by another carrier, if this is suitable to you.
If we cannot make suitable alternative arrangements, you may request a travel credit or a refund of the total price you paid for your impacted flight by contacting our Guest Contact Centre or your travel agent.
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No Show Policy
The following fare types are not refundable in the event of a no-show, unless we did not communicate any relevant flight changes to you or your travel agent in line with the Guest Compensation Policy or if you are otherwise entitled to request a refund under the ACL:
- All fare types for travel to and from Indonesia and New Zealand; and
- Choice and Lite fare types to and from Japan.
Your ticket will be forfeited and classified as a no show if:
- You fail to board a flight regardless of whether or not you have checked in.
- You have checked in but failed to contact Virgin Australia for assistance in cancelling your flight.
Japan (operated by Virgin Australia)
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Fares
Lite Choice Flex Business In-flight entertainment Included Included Included Included Food onboard Complimentary water, tea and coffee1. Food and drinks will be available for purchase from our onboard menu. Included Carry-on baggage 7kg total
(2 pieces max.)7kg total
(2 pieces max.)7kg total
(2 pieces max.)7kg total
(2 pieces max.)Checked baggage Available for purchase 1 x 23kg 1 x 23kg 2 x 32kg Choose your Standard seat Available for purchase Included Included Included Access to the Virgin Australia Lounge Not included Priority check-in, boarding and baggage2 Not included Not included Not included Included where available Economy X Available for purchase Available for purchase Available for purchase Preferred Seat Available for purchase Available for purchase Available for purchase UpgradeMe Eligible Eligible Eligible 1Hot drinks may not be served in the event of turbulence.
2Priority boarding available at selected airports.
Priority boarding is available at the following domestic ports:
Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Perth, Canberra, Adelaide, Hobart, Darwin, Gold Coast, Cairns, Alice Springs, Mackay, Bundaberg, Hamilton Island, Maroochydore, Ballina.
Priority boarding is available at the following international ports:
Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Gold Coast, Tokyo (Haneda).
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Extras for Velocity members
Earn, redeem and enjoy extra perks as a Velocity member when you travel in an eligible fare class with Virgin Australia.
Lite Choice Flex Business Velocity Points For bookings made before April 2, 2025: Earn 5 Velocity Points per $1 you spend.
For bookings made on or after April 2, 2025: Earn 4 Velocity Points per $1 you spend.
Velocity Status Credits Earn Status Credits when you travel on eligible fares with Virgin Australia Velocity Points Bonus Not included Available to Platinum (100%), Gold (75%) and Silver (50%) members Velocity Fly Ahead Not included Not included Not included Not included Eligible sectors No Yes, until September 30, 2025. Upgrade using Points No Yes Yes Status carry-on baggage allowance Included for Platinum and Gold members Status checked baggage allowance Not included Included - see baggage allowances Included - see baggage allowances Included - see baggage allowances Choose your seat Available to Platinum members Included Included Included Access to the Virgin Australia Lounge2 Not included Not included Not included Not included Priority check-in Available to Platinum, Gold and Silver members Included Priority boarding and baggage3 Available to Platinum and Gold members Included where available 1Hot drinks may not be served in the event of turbulence.
2If you hold a single entry Lounge pass or have purchased a Lounge membership, you are entitled to Lounge entry. Lounge access is subject to the Virgin Australia Lounge terms and conditions.
3Priority boarding available at selected airports.
Priority boarding is available at the following international ports:
Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Gold Coast, Tokyo (Haneda).
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Changing your flight
If you make changes to your upcoming flight, the below change fees may apply.
Change fees apply per person, per booking. Change and cancellation fees are not payable where you are entitled to a refund under the Australian Consumer Law. For fees in other currencies, fees listed below will be converted to local currency as per daily exchange.
All Virgin Australia airfares are subject to change without notice. If you change your booking, your new fare may be more expensive than the original fare paid.
Lite
Choice
Flex
Business
Prior to scheduled departure 250 AUD fee
plus fare difference250 AUD fee
plus fare differenceNo fee
plus fare differenceNo fee
plus fare differenceAfter scheduled flight departure Not permitted Not permitted 500 AUD fee
plus fare difference800 AUD fee
plus fare difference*For bookings made with Virgin Australia prior to 17 November 2022, for domestic and international short haul flights operated by Virgin Australia, the fee will be $80 plus fare difference for the first change a guest makes to their booking, and any subsequent changes will be subject to the fees outlined the table above.
*For bookings made with Virgin Australia between 17 November 2022 and 24 May 2023, for domestic and international short haul flights operated by Virgin Australia, the fee will be $89 plus fare difference for the first change a guest makes to their booking, and any subsequent changes will be subject to the fees outlined the table above.
~For bookings made with Virgin Australia prior to 1 September 2023, for domestic and international short haul flights operated by Virgin Australia, the fee will be $0 plus fare difference for the first change a guest makes to their booking, and any subsequent changes will be subject to the fees outlined the table above.
What if Virgin Australia changes your flight?
If we need to change your flight before or on the day of travel, we will either contact you or your travel agent will contact you to advise you of the change to your flight details.
If the new flight time is not suitable to you, you can contact our Guest Contact Centre or your nominated travel agent to request a different flight time.
If we cannot make suitable alternative arrangements, you may request a travel credit or a refund of the total price you paid for your impacted flight by contacting our Guest Contact Centre or your travel agent.
Name changes:Name changes are not permitted. Once a booking has been made, you will not be permitted to change the name on your ticket.
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Cancellations
If you cancel your upcoming flight, the below cancellation fees may apply.
Cancellation fees apply per person, per booking. Change and cancellation fees are not payable where you are entitled to a refund under the Australian Consumer Law. For fees in other currencies, fees listed below will be converted to local currency as per daily exchange.
The below fees and refund options apply for cancellations made prior to scheduled departure.
Lite
Choice
Flex
Business
Receive a travel credit Loss of fare $250 AUD fee No fee No fee Refund to original payment method
Loss of fare $350 AUD fee No fee No fee *For bookings made with Virgin Australia prior to 17 November 2022, for domestic and international short haul flights operated by Virgin Australia, the fee will be $80 plus fare difference for the first change a guest makes to their booking, and any subsequent changes will be subject to the fees outlined the table above.
*For bookings made with Virgin Australia between 17 November 2022 and 24 May 2023, for domestic and international short haul flights operated by Virgin Australia, the fee will be $89 plus fare difference for the first change a guest makes to their booking, and any subsequent changes will be subject to the fees outlined the table above.
I booked with Velocity Points
Lite
Choice
Flex
Business
Receive a travel credit^ Loss of fare $250 AUD fee No fee No fee Refund to original payment method+ Loss of fare $350 AUD fee No fee No fee ^Travel credit permitted only for the full unused ticket value including any fare portion where Velocity Points have been redeemed. Credit amount excludes booking and credit/debit card fees.
+For refund to original payment method including a refund of Points redeemed to Velocity account. Credit and refund amount excludes booking and credit/debit card fees.
What if Virgin Australia cancels your flight?
If we cancel your flight, we will move you to the next available Virgin Australia flight to the same destination without charge.
If the new flight time is not suitable to you, there may be some circumstances where we will seek to transfer you to a service to the same destination operated by another carrier, if this is suitable to you.
If we cannot make suitable alternative arrangements, you may request a travel credit or a refund of the total price you paid for your impacted flight by contacting our Guest Contact Centre or your travel agent.
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No Show Policy
The following fare types are not refundable in the event of a no-show, unless we did not communicate any relevant flight changes to you or your travel agent in line with the Guest Compensation Policy or if you are otherwise entitled to request a refund under the ACL:
- All fare types for travel to and from Indonesia and New Zealand; and
- Choice and Lite fare types to and from Japan.
Your ticket will be forfeited and classified as a no show if:
- You fail to board a flight regardless of whether or not you have checked in.
- You have checked in but failed to contact Virgin Australia for assistance in cancelling your flight.
Japan (operated by All Nippon Airways)
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Fares
Choice Business Cabin class Economy Business Food onboard Included Included In-flight entertainment Included Included Carry-on baggage 7kg total
(2 pieces max.)14kg total
(2 pieces max.)Checked baggage 1 x 23kg
Maximum linear dimensions 140cm2 x 32kg
Maximum linear dimensions 140cmChoose your seat Not included Not included Access to the Virgin Australia and partner lounges2 Not included Included Priority check-in, boarding and baggage Not included Included 2For more information on eligibility to enter partner airline and third party lounges, please refer to International lounge access.
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Changing your flight
The information below sets out change rules that are applicable for all bookings including those made using Velocity Points + Pay.
When bookings are created using a combination of fares from different fare types, the rules of the most restrictive fare will apply to the whole booking. Some fare rules are different for bookings made using Velocity Points + Pay. These conditions are listed below.
If you make changes to your upcoming flight, the below change fees may apply.
Change fees apply per person, per booking. The same change fees apply to Future Credit fares and bookings made with Velocity Points + Pay. Change and cancellation fees are not payable where you are entitled to a refund under the Australian Consumer Law. For fees in other currencies, fees listed below will be converted to local currency as per daily exchange.
All Virgin Australia airfares are subject to change without notice. If you change your booking, your new fare may be more expensive than the original fare paid.
Choice
Business
Prior to scheduled departure $250 AUD fee
plus fare difference
No fee
plus fare difference
No show Loss of fare $800 AUD fee
plus fare difference
What if Virgin Australia changes your flight?
If we need to change your flight before or on the day of travel, we will either contact you or your travel agent will contact you to advise you of the change to your flight details.
If the new flight time is not suitable to you, you can contact our Guest Contact Centre or your nominated travel agent to request a different flight time.
If we cannot make suitable alternative arrangements, you may request a travel credit or a refund of the price you paid for your impacted flight by contacting our Guest Contact Centre or your travel agent. Travel credits will be valid for 12 months from the date of issue (excluding USA flight bookings). For bookings with a flight into, out of or within the USA, you can request this refund online by following the prompts in the email or SMS you receive about the change or cancellation (or via your travel agent if this is how you booked). Travel credits for bookings with a USA flight will be valid for five years from the date of issue. All travel credits will be subject to additional terms and conditions.
Name changes:
Name changes are not permitted. Once a booking has been made, you will not be permitted to change the name on your ticket.
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Cancellations
If you cancel your upcoming flight, the below cancellation fees may apply.
Cancellation fees apply per person, per booking. Change and cancellation fees are not payable where you are entitled to a refund under the Australian Consumer Law or other applicable laws. For fees in other currencies, fees listed below will be converted to local currency as per daily exchange.
The below fees and refund options apply for cancellations made prior to scheduled departure.
Choice
Business
Receive a travel credit (direct bookings with Virgin Australia only) $250 AUD fee NO fee Refund to original payment method
$350 AUD fee NO fee I booked with Velocity Points
Choice
Flex
Business
Receive a travel credit^ $200 AUD fee $125 AUD fee $400 AUD fee Refund to original payment method+ $400 AUD fee $200 AUD fee $500 AUD fee ^Travel credit permitted only for the full unused ticket value including any fare portion where Velocity Points have been redeemed. Credit amount excludes booking and credit/debit card fees.
+For refund to original payment method including a refund of Points redeemed to Velocity account. Credit and refund amount excludes booking and credit/debit card fees.
What if Virgin Australia cancels your flight?
If we cancel your flight, we will move you to the next available Virgin Australia flight to the same destination without charge.
If the new flight time is not suitable to you, there may be some circumstances where we will seek to transfer you to a service to the same destination operated by another carrier, if this is suitable to you.
If we cannot make suitable alternative arrangements, you may request a travel credit or a refund of the price you paid for your impacted flight by contacting our Guest Contact Centre or your travel agent. Travel credits will be valid for 12 months from the date of issue (excluding USA flight bookings). For bookings with a flight into, out of or within the USA, you can request this refund online by following the prompts in the email or SMS you receive about the change or cancellation (or via your travel agent if this is how you booked). Travel credits for bookings with a USA flight will be valid for five years from the date of issue. All travel credits will be subject to additional terms and conditions.
New Zealand (operated by Air New Zealand)
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Fares
Choice Flex Business Cabin class Economy Economy Business Food onboard Inflight meal and beverage service Inflight meal and beverage service Inflight meal and beverage service In-flight entertainment Included Included Included Carry-on baggage 7kg total
(2 pieces max)7kg total
(2 pieces max)14kg total
(2 pieces max)Checked baggage 1 x 23kg
1 x 23kg
3 x 23kg
Choose your seat Seat Select*
(standard seats)
Seat Select*
(standard seats)
Seat Select*
(standard seats)
Access to partner lounges2 Available to Velocity Gold, Platinum and Beyond members Available to Velocity Gold, Platinum and Beyond members Included Priority check-in, boarding and baggage Available to Velocity Gold, Platinum and Beyond members Available to Velocity Gold, Platinum and Beyond members Included 2For more information on eligibility to enter partner airline and third party lounges, please refer to international lounge access.
*Using your Air New Zealand booking reference Retrieve Booking - Air New Zealand
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Changing your flight
The information below sets out change rules that are applicable for all bookings including those made using Velocity Points + Pay.
When bookings are created using a combination of fares from different fare types, the rules of the most restrictive fare will apply to the whole booking. Some fare rules are different for bookings made using Velocity Points + Pay. These conditions are listed below.
If you make changes to your upcoming flight, the below change fees may apply.
Change fees apply per person, per booking. The same change fees apply to Future Credit fares and bookings made with Velocity Points + Pay. Change and cancellation fees are not payable where you are entitled to a refund under the Australian Consumer Law. For fees in other currencies, fees listed below will be converted to local currency as per daily exchange.
All Virgin Australia airfares are subject to change without notice. If you change your booking, your new fare may be more expensive than the original fare paid.
Choice
Flex
Business
Prior to scheduled departure $100 AUD fee
plus fare difference
No fee
plus fare difference
$100 AUD fee
plus fare difference
No show Loss of fare $100 AUD fee
plus fare difference
Loss of fare What if Virgin Australia changes your flight?
If we need to change your flight before or on the day of travel, we will either contact you or your travel agent will contact you to advise you of the change to your flight details.
If the new flight time is not suitable to you, you can contact our Guest Contact Centre or your nominated travel agent to request a different flight time.
If we cannot make suitable alternative arrangements, you may request a travel credit or a refund of the price you paid for your impacted flight by contacting our Guest Contact Centre or your travel agent. Travel credits will be valid for 12 months from the date of issue (excluding USA flight bookings). For bookings with a flight into, out of or within the USA, you can request this refund online by following the prompts in the email or SMS you receive about the change or cancellation (or via your travel agent if this is how you booked). Travel credits for bookings with a USA flight will be valid for five years from the date of issue. All travel credits will be subject to additional terms and conditions.
Name changes:
Name changes are not permitted. Once a booking has been made, you will not be permitted to change the name on your ticket.
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Cancellations
If you cancel your upcoming flight, the below cancellation fees may apply.
Cancellation fees apply per person, per booking. Change and cancellation fees are not payable where you are entitled to a refund under the Australian Consumer Law or other applicable laws. For fees in other currencies, fees listed below will be converted to local currency as per daily exchange.
The below fees and refund options apply for cancellations made prior to scheduled departure.
Choice
Flex Business
Receive a travel credit (direct bookings with Virgin Australia only) Loss of fare NO fee Loss of fare Refund to original payment method
Loss of fare NO fee
Loss of fare I booked with Velocity Points
Choice
Flex
Business
Receive a travel credit^ $200 AUD fee $125 AUD fee $400 AUD fee Refund to original payment method+ $400 AUD fee $200 AUD fee $500 AUD fee ^Travel credit permitted only for the full unused ticket value including any fare portion where Velocity Points have been redeemed. Credit amount excludes booking and credit/debit card fees.
+For refund to original payment method including a refund of Points redeemed to Velocity account. Credit and refund amount excludes booking and credit/debit card fees.
What if Virgin Australia cancels your flight?
If we cancel your flight, we will move you to the next available Virgin Australia flight to the same destination without charge.
If the new flight time is not suitable to you, there may be some circumstances where we will seek to transfer you to a service to the same destination operated by another carrier, if this is suitable to you.
If we cannot make suitable alternative arrangements, you may request a travel credit or a refund of the price you paid for your impacted flight by contacting our Guest Contact Centre or your travel agent. Travel credits will be valid for 12 months from the date of issue (excluding USA flight bookings). For bookings with a flight into, out of or within the USA, you can request this refund online by following the prompts in the email or SMS you receive about the change or cancellation (or via your travel agent if this is how you booked). Travel credits for bookings with a USA flight will be valid for five years from the date of issue. All travel credits will be subject to additional terms and conditions.
Asia, Africa, Europe and Middle East (Operated by Qatar Airways)
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Fares
Choice Flex Business Cabin class Economy Economy Business Food onboard Included Included Included In-flight entertainment Included Included Included Carry-on baggage 7kg total
(1 pieces max.)7kg total
(1 pieces max.)14kg total
(2 pieces max.)Checked baggage 25kg total 30kg total 40kg total (32kg per bag max) Choose your seat* Not included
Not included Not icluded Access to partner lounges2 Available to Virgin Australia Beyond, Velocity Platinum and Gold members. Included Priority check-in, boarding and baggage Available to Virgin Australia Beyond, Velocity Platinum and Gold members.
Included 2For more information on eligibility to enter partner airline and third party lounges, please refer to International lounge access.
*Seat selection may be available for Virgin Australia international long haul flights between Australia and Doha (operated by Qatar Airways), with VA flight numbers VA1 to VA29 (inclusive). Seat selection may incur an additional fee. Guests can contact our Guest Contact Centre on 13 67 89 to find out more.
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Changing your flight
The information below sets out change rules that are applicable for all bookings including those made using Velocity Points + Pay.
When bookings are created using a combination of fares from different fare types, the rules of the most restrictive fare will apply to the whole booking. Some fare rules are different for bookings made using Velocity Points + Pay. These conditions are listed below.
If you make changes to your upcoming flight, the below change fees may apply.
Change fees apply per person, per booking. The same change fees apply to Future Credit fares and bookings made with Velocity Points + Pay. Change and cancellation fees are not payable where you are entitled to a refund under the Australian Consumer Law. For fees in other currencies, fees listed below will be converted to local currency as per daily exchange.
All Virgin Australia airfares are subject to change without notice. If you change your booking, your new fare may be more expensive than the original fare paid.
Choice
Flex
Business
Prior to scheduled departure $200 AUD fee
plus fare difference
$125 AUD fee
plus fare difference
$400 AUD fee
plus fare difference
No show $500 AUD fee
plus fare difference
$500 AUD fee
plus fare difference
$800 AUD fee
plus fare difference
What if Virgin Australia changes your flight?
If we need to change your flight before or on the day of travel, we will either contact you or your travel agent will contact you to advise you of the change to your flight details.
If the new flight time is not suitable to you, you can contact our Guest Contact Centre or your nominated travel agent to request a different flight time.
If we cannot make suitable alternative arrangements, you may request a travel credit or a refund of the price you paid for your impacted flight by contacting our Guest Contact Centre or your travel agent. Travel credits will be valid for 12 months from the date of issue (excluding USA flight bookings). For bookings with a flight into, out of or within the USA, you can request this refund online by following the prompts in the email or SMS you receive about the change or cancellation (or via your travel agent if this is how you booked). Travel credits for bookings with a USA flight will be valid for five years from the date of issue. All travel credits will be subject to additional terms and conditions.
Name changes:
Name changes are not permitted. Once a booking has been made, you will not be permitted to change the name on your ticket.
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Cancellations
If you cancel your upcoming flight, the below cancellation fees may apply.
Cancellation fees apply per person, per booking. Change and cancellation fees are not payable where you are entitled to a refund under the Australian Consumer Law or other applicable laws. For fees in other currencies, fees listed below will be converted to local currency as per daily exchange.
The below fees and refund options apply for cancellations made prior to scheduled departure.
Choice
Flex
Business
Receive a travel credit (direct bookings with Virgin Australia only) $200 AUD fee $125 AUD fee $400 AUD fee Refund to original payment method
$400 AUD fee $200 AUD fee $500 AUD fee I booked with Velocity Points
Choice
Flex
Business
Receive a travel credit^ $200 AUD fee $125 AUD fee $400 AUD fee Refund to original payment method+ $400 AUD fee $200 AUD fee $500 AUD fee The above fees and refund options apply for cancellations made prior to scheduled departure.
^Travel credit permitted only for the full unused ticket value including any fare portion where Velocity Points have been redeemed. Credit amount excludes booking and credit/debit card fees.
+For refund to original payment method including a refund of Points redeemed to Velocity account. Credit and refund amount excludes booking and credit/debit card fees.
What if Virgin Australia cancels your flight?
If we cancel your flight, we will move you to the next available Virgin Australia flight to the same destination without charge.
If the new flight time is not suitable to you, there may be some circumstances where we will seek to transfer you to a service to the same destination operated by another carrier, if this is suitable to you.
If we cannot make suitable alternative arrangements, you may request a travel credit or a refund of the price you paid for your impacted flight by contacting our Guest Contact Centre or your travel agent. Travel credits will be valid for 12 months from the date of issue (excluding USA flight bookings). For bookings with a flight into, out of or within the USA, you can request this refund online by following the prompts in the email or SMS you receive about the change or cancellation (or via your travel agent if this is how you booked). Travel credits for bookings with a USA flight will be valid for five years from the date of issue. All travel credits will be subject to additional terms and conditions.
Asia (operated by Singapore Airlines)
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Fares
Choice Flex Business Cabin class Economy Economy Business Food onboard Included Included Included In-flight entertainment Included Included Included Carry-on baggage 7kg total
(1 pieces max.)7kg total
(1 pieces max.)14kg total
(2 pieces max.)Checked baggage 25kg total 30kg total 40kg total (32kg per bag max) Choose your seat Not included Not included Not included Access to partner lounges2 Available to Velocity Gold, Platinum and Beyond members Available to Velocity Gold, Platinum and Beyond members Included Priority check-in, boarding and baggage Available to Velocity Gold, Platinum and Beyond members Available to Velocity Gold, Platinum and Beyond members Included 2For more information on eligibility to enter partner airline and third party lounges, please refer to International lounge access.
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Changing your flight
The information below sets out change rules that are applicable for all bookings including those made using Velocity Points + Pay.
When bookings are created using a combination of fares from different fare types, the rules of the most restrictive fare will apply to the whole booking. Some fare rules are different for bookings made using Velocity Points + Pay. These conditions are listed below.
If you make changes to your upcoming flight, the below change fees may apply.
Change fees apply per person, per booking. The same change fees apply to Future Credit fares and bookings made with Velocity Points + Pay. Change and cancellation fees are not payable where you are entitled to a refund under the Australian Consumer Law. For fees in other currencies, fees listed below will be converted to local currency as per daily exchange.
All Virgin Australia airfares are subject to change without notice. If you change your booking, your new fare may be more expensive than the original fare paid.
Choice
Flex
Business
Prior to scheduled departure $200 AUD fee
plus fare difference
$125 AUD fee
plus fare difference
$400 AUD fee
plus fare difference
No show $500 AUD fee
plus fare difference
$500 AUD fee
plus fare difference
$800 AUD fee
plus fare difference
What if Virgin Australia changes your flight?
If we need to change your flight before or on the day of travel, we will either contact you or your travel agent will contact you to advise you of the change to your flight details.
If the new flight time is not suitable to you, you can contact our Guest Contact Centre or your nominated travel agent to request a different flight time.
If we cannot make suitable alternative arrangements, you may request a travel credit or a refund of the price you paid for your impacted flight by contacting our Guest Contact Centre or your travel agent. Travel credits will be valid for 12 months from the date of issue (excluding USA flight bookings). For bookings with a flight into, out of or within the USA, you can request this refund online by following the prompts in the email or SMS you receive about the change or cancellation (or via your travel agent if this is how you booked). Travel credits for bookings with a USA flight will be valid for five years from the date of issue. All travel credits will be subject to additional terms and conditions.
Name changes:
Name changes are not permitted. Once a booking has been made, you will not be permitted to change the name on your ticket.
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Cancellations
If you cancel your upcoming flight, the below cancellation fees may apply.
Cancellation fees apply per person, per booking. Change and cancellation fees are not payable where you are entitled to a refund under the Australian Consumer Law or other applicable laws. For fees in other currencies, fees listed below will be converted to local currency as per daily exchange.
The below fees and refund options apply for cancellations made prior to scheduled departure.
Choice
Flex
Business
Receive a travel credit (direct bookings with Virgin Australia only) $200 AUD fee $125 AUD fee $400 AUD fee Refund to original payment method
$400 AUD fee $200 AUD fee $500 AUD fee I booked with Velocity Points
Choice
Flex
Business
Receive a travel credit^ $200 AUD fee $125 AUD fee $400 AUD fee Refund to original payment method+ $400 AUD fee $200 AUD fee $500 AUD fee The above fees and refund options apply for cancellations made prior to scheduled departure.
^Travel credit permitted only for the full unused ticket value including any fare portion where Velocity Points have been redeemed. Credit amount excludes booking and credit/debit card fees.
+For refund to original payment method including a refund of Points redeemed to Velocity account. Credit and refund amount excludes booking and credit/debit card fees.
What if Virgin Australia cancels your flight?
If we cancel your flight, we will move you to the next available Virgin Australia flight to the same destination without charge.
If the new flight time is not suitable to you, there may be some circumstances where we will seek to transfer you to a service to the same destination operated by another carrier, if this is suitable to you.
If we cannot make suitable alternative arrangements, you may request a travel credit or a refund of the price you paid for your impacted flight by contacting our Guest Contact Centre or your travel agent. Travel credits will be valid for 12 months from the date of issue (excluding USA flight bookings). For bookings with a flight into, out of or within the USA, you can request this refund online by following the prompts in the email or SMS you receive about the change or cancellation (or via your travel agent if this is how you booked). Travel credits for bookings with a USA flight will be valid for five years from the date of issue. All travel credits will be subject to additional terms and conditions.
United States of America (operated by United Airlines)
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Fares
Choice Flex Business Cabin class Economy Economy Business Food onboard Included Included Included In-flight entertainment Included Included Included Carry-on baggage 7kg total
(2 pieces max.)7kg total
(2 pieces max.)7kg total
(2 pieces max.)Checked baggage 1 x 23kg 1 x 23kg 2 x 32kg Choose your seat Not included Not included Not included Access to partner lounges2 Available to Velocity Gold, Platinum and Beyond members Available to Velocity Gold, Platinum and Beyond members Included Priority check-in, boarding and baggage Available to Velocity Gold, Platinum and Beyond members Available to Velocity Gold, Platinum and Beyond members Included 2For more information on eligibility to enter partner airline and third party lounges, please refer to International lounge access.
-
Changing your flight
The information below sets out change rules that are applicable for all bookings including those made using Velocity Points + Pay.
When bookings are created using a combination of fares from different fare types, the rules of the most restrictive fare will apply to the whole booking. Some fare rules are different for bookings made using Velocity Points + Pay. These conditions are listed below.
If you make changes to your upcoming flight, the below change fees may apply.
Change fees apply per person, per booking. The same change fees apply to Future Credit fares and bookings made with Velocity Points + Pay. Change and cancellation fees are not payable where you are entitled to a refund under the Australian Consumer Law. For fees in other currencies, fees listed below will be converted to local currency as per daily exchange.
All Virgin Australia airfares are subject to change without notice. If you change your booking, your new fare may be more expensive than the original fare paid.
Choice
Flex
Business
Prior to scheduled departure $200 AUD fee
plus fare difference
$125 AUD fee
plus fare difference
$400 AUD fee
plus fare difference
No show $500 AUD fee
plus fare difference
$500 AUD fee
plus fare difference
$800 AUD fee
plus fare difference
What if Virgin Australia changes your flight?
If we need to change your flight before or on the day of travel, we will either contact you or your travel agent will contact you to advise you of the change to your flight details.
If the new flight time is not suitable to you, you can contact our Guest Contact Centre or your nominated travel agent to request a different flight time.
If we cannot make suitable alternative arrangements, you may request a travel credit or a refund of the price you paid for your impacted flight by contacting our Guest Contact Centre or your travel agent. Travel credits will be valid for 12 months from the date of issue (excluding USA flight bookings). For bookings with a flight into, out of or within the USA, you can request this refund online by following the prompts in the email or SMS you receive about the change or cancellation (or via your travel agent if this is how you booked). Travel credits for bookings with a USA flight will be valid for five years from the date of issue. All travel credits will be subject to additional terms and conditions.
Name changes:
Name changes are not permitted. Once a booking has been made, you will not be permitted to change the name on your ticket.
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Cancellations
If you cancel your upcoming flight, the below cancellation fees may apply.
Cancellation fees apply per person, per booking. Change and cancellation fees are not payable where you are entitled to a refund under the Australian Consumer Law or other applicable laws. For fees in other currencies, fees listed below will be converted to local currency as per daily exchange.
The below fees and refund options apply for cancellations made prior to scheduled departure.
Choice
Flex
Business
Receive a travel credit (direct bookings with Virgin Australia only) $200 AUD fee $125 AUD fee $400 AUD fee Refund to original payment method
Loss of fare Loss of fare Loss of fare I booked with Velocity Points
Choice
Flex
Business
Receive a travel credit^ $200 AUD fee $125 AUD fee $400 AUD fee Refund to original payment method+ $400 AUD fee $200 AUD fee $500 AUD fee The above fees and refund options apply for cancellations made prior to scheduled departure.
^Travel credit permitted only for the full unused ticket value including any fare portion where Velocity Points have been redeemed. Credit amount excludes booking and credit/debit card fees.
+For refund to original payment method including a refund of Points redeemed to Velocity account. Credit and refund amount excludes booking and credit/debit card fees.
What if Virgin Australia cancels your flight?
If we cancel your flight, we will move you to the next available Virgin Australia flight to the same destination without charge.
If the new flight time is not suitable to you, there may be some circumstances where we will seek to transfer you to a service to the same destination operated by another carrier, if this is suitable to you.
If we cannot make suitable alternative arrangements, you may request a travel credit or a refund of the price you paid for your impacted flight by contacting our Guest Contact Centre or your travel agent. Travel credits will be valid for 12 months from the date of issue (excluding USA flight bookings). For bookings with a flight into, out of or within the USA, you can request this refund online by following the prompts in the email or SMS you receive about the change or cancellation (or via your travel agent if this is how you booked). Travel credits for bookings with a USA flight will be valid for five years from the date of issue. All travel credits will be subject to additional terms and conditions.
Canada (operated by Air Canada)
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Fares
Choice Flex Business Cabin class Economy Economy Business Food onboard Included Included Included In-flight entertainment Included Included Included Carry-on baggage 7kg total
(2 pieces max.)7kg total
(2 pieces max.)14kg total
(2 pieces max.)Checked baggage 1 x 23kg 1 x 23kg 2 x 32kg Choose your seat Not included Not included Not included Access to partner lounges2 Available to Velocity Gold, Platinum and Beyond members Available to Velocity Gold, Platinum and Beyond members Included Priority check-in, boarding and baggage Not included Not included Included 2For more information on eligibility to enter partner airline and third party lounges, please refer to International lounge access.
-
Changing your flight
The information below sets out change rules that are applicable for all bookings including those made using Velocity Points + Pay.
When bookings are created using a combination of fares from different fare types, the rules of the most restrictive fare will apply to the whole booking. Some fare rules are different for bookings made using Velocity Points + Pay. These conditions are listed below.
If you make changes to your upcoming flight, the below change fees may apply.
Change fees apply per person, per booking. The same change fees apply to Future Credit fares and bookings made with Velocity Points + Pay. Change and cancellation fees are not payable where you are entitled to a refund under the Australian Consumer Law. For fees in other currencies, fees listed below will be converted to local currency as per daily exchange.
All Virgin Australia airfares are subject to change without notice. If you change your booking, your new fare may be more expensive than the original fare paid.
Choice
Flex
Business
Prior to scheduled departure $200 AUD fee
plus fare difference
$125 AUD fee
plus fare difference
$400 AUD fee
plus fare difference
No show $500 AUD fee
plus fare difference
$500 AUD fee
plus fare difference
$800 AUD fee
plus fare difference
What if Virgin Australia changes your flight?
If we need to change your flight before or on the day of travel, we will either contact you or your travel agent will contact you to advise you of the change to your flight details.
If the new flight time is not suitable to you, you can contact our Guest Contact Centre or your nominated travel agent to request a different flight time.
If we cannot make suitable alternative arrangements, you may request a travel credit or a refund of the price you paid for your impacted flight by contacting our Guest Contact Centre or your travel agent. Travel credits will be valid for 12 months from the date of issue (excluding USA flight bookings). For bookings with a flight into, out of or within the USA, you can request this refund online by following the prompts in the email or SMS you receive about the change or cancellation (or via your travel agent if this is how you booked). Travel credits for bookings with a USA flight will be valid for five years from the date of issue. All travel credits will be subject to additional terms and conditions.
Name changes:
Name changes are not permitted. Once a booking has been made, you will not be permitted to change the name on your ticket.
-
Cancellations
If you cancel your upcoming flight, the below cancellation fees may apply.
Cancellation fees apply per person, per booking. Change and cancellation fees are not payable where you are entitled to a refund under the Australian Consumer Law or other applicable laws. For fees in other currencies, fees listed below will be converted to local currency as per daily exchange.
The below fees and refund options apply for cancellations made prior to scheduled departure.
Choice
Flex
Business
Receive a travel credit (direct bookings with Virgin Australia only) $200 AUD fee $125 AUD fee $400 AUD fee Refund to original payment method
Loss of fare $200 AUD fee $500 AUD fee I booked with Velocity Points
Choice
Flex
Business
Receive a travel credit^ $200 AUD fee $125 AUD fee $400 AUD fee Refund to original payment method+ $400 AUD fee $200 AUD fee $500 AUD fee The above fees and refund options apply for cancellations made prior to scheduled departure.
^Travel credit permitted only for the full unused ticket value including any fare portion where Velocity Points have been redeemed. Credit amount excludes booking and credit/debit card fees.
+For refund to original payment method including a refund of Points redeemed to Velocity account. Credit and refund amount excludes booking and credit/debit card fees.
What if Virgin Australia cancels your flight?
If we cancel your flight, we will move you to the next available Virgin Australia flight to the same destination without charge.
If the new flight time is not suitable to you, there may be some circumstances where we will seek to transfer you to a service to the same destination operated by another carrier, if this is suitable to you.
If we cannot make suitable alternative arrangements, you may request a travel credit or a refund of the price you paid for your impacted flight by contacting our Guest Contact Centre or your travel agent. Travel credits will be valid for 12 months from the date of issue (excluding USA flight bookings). For bookings with a flight into, out of or within the USA, you can request this refund online by following the prompts in the email or SMS you receive about the change or cancellation (or via your travel agent if this is how you booked). Travel credits for bookings with a USA flight will be valid for five years from the date of issue. All travel credits will be subject to additional terms and conditions.
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Additional fees and surcharges
When you make a booking, change or cancel your flight, the below fees and surcharges may apply.
Guest Contact Centre fee - $40 per person
Airport Service fee - $40 per person, per ticket
Velocity Membership Contact Centre fee - $40 or 5,200 Points (Points + Pay or Any Seat)
Card payment fee (payment surcharge)
Payment fees apply when paying for your flight via credit or debit card. View our payment fees breakdown here.
To maximise customer choice we offer the ability to avoid paying a card payment fee (payment surcharge) online by paying your booking in full using the POLi Direct Payment option, or call the Guest Contact Centre with a gift voucher.