Fares for you

Fare types
Domestic
Trans Tasman
International Short Haul

At Virgin Australia, we know that everyone travels for different reasons. That’s why we’ve created Fares For You. Fares for You offers a range of fares across all of our domestic and international routes so you can choose the fare that most suits you every time you travel. And all with our award-winning Virgin Australia service and in-flight comfort.

Whether you’re after a great value fare, the freedom of full flexibility, or even the option to earn extra Velocity Points, Virgin Australia has a fare to match your travel needs.

For full information, please refer to our fare types, fees and surcharges.

Please note that information on this page only applies to flights operated by Virgin Australia. For flights operated by other airlines, please contact the airline directly.

Economy

Getaway

For guests who don’t need flexibility to change their ticket. Enjoy great value with our award-winning service, onboard food and drink options, in-flight entertainment and checked baggage.

Available on our Domestic, Trans Tasman and International Short Haul network

Elevate

The perfect balance of both value and flexibility, with options to explore if your plans change. Enjoy onboard food and drink options, in-flight entertainment and checked baggage.

Available on our Domestic and Trans Tasman network.

Freedom

Ideal for guests who might have a last minute change of plan, Freedom is designed to move around your schedule with all the flexibility you need. Enjoy onboard food and drink options, in-flight entertainment and checked baggage.

Available on our Domestic, Trans Tasman and International Short Haul network.

Business

Business Saver

Our Business Saver fare offers superb value for exceptional style and refined comfort. If plans change, you can cancel or change your flight for a fee plus fare difference. Onboard, enjoy spacious seats, in-flight entertainment and delicious food and drinks.

Available on our Domestic, Trans Tasman and International Short Haul network

Business

The ultimate fare for full flexibility and a deeply relaxing on-board experience. Enjoy executive comfort and our award-winning service, in-flight entertainment and delicious food and drinks. Flights can be changed or cancelled for no additional fee plus fare difference.

Available on our Domestic, Trans Tasman and International Short Haul network

All domestic passengers will enjoy complimentary food, baggage and entertainment on every flight regardless of the fare type they select.

The following fare types will be available across the domestic network:

Getaway – Our lowest domestic fare for guests who don’t need the flexibility to change their flight.
Elevate – Both value and flexibility, with options to explore if our guests’ plans change.
Freedom – Full flexibility for guests who might have a last-minute change of plan.
Business Saver – For guests who want exceptional style and refined comfort for superb value.
Business – For guests who prefer refined comfort and full flexibility.

The information below sets out the specific fare rules and inclusions for this fare type. These are in addition to your rights under the Australian Consumer Law.

Domestic	Economy			Business
Fare Brand	Getaway	Elevate	Freedom	Business Saver	Business
Fare Class	M, S, T	Q, V, N, E	L, K, H, B, Y	I	D, C, J
Food and Beverage	Food and drinks available for purchase. Complimentary water, tea and coffee⁺			Included
Economy X^	Available for purchase			N/A
Advance Seat Preference	Included
Carry On Baggage	Max 2 pieces (up to 7kg total)			Max 2 pieces (up to 7kg each)
Checked Baggage	1 piece (up to 23kg)			2 piece (up to 32kg each)
Access to the Virgin Australia lounge	Not included. Available to Platinum & Gold Velocity members		Not included. Available to Platinum & Gold Velocity members	Included
Priority Check-in/Boarding/Baggage	Not included.	Not included. Available to Platinum & Gold Velocity members		Included
Infants/Children	Infants <2yrs with no seat are free Children (2-11) and infants with a seat are 100% of adult fare
Guest Contact Centre/Airport Fees	Fee applies			No fee
Upgrade Me Premium Bid	Eligible			N/A
Velocity Upgrade Me Points	Permitted			N/A
Velocity Fly Ahead	Not available	Platinum & Gold Velocity Members Only
Velocity Points Earned	5 points/ AU$1
Velocity Status Credits Earned	Yes
Velocity Points bonus for Platinum, Gold and Silver members	No	Yes
Fare Flexibility
Flight Changes	Permitted until midnight prior to scheduled departure $A90 fee + fare difference	Permitted until 30 days prior to scheduled departure - No fee + fare difference or Permitted within 30 days prior to scheduled departure - $A70 fee + fare difference	Permitted prior to scheduled departure - No fee + fare difference	Permitted until 30 days prior to scheduled departure - No fee + fare difference or Permitted until midnight prior to scheduled departure – $70 fee + fare difference	Permitted prior to scheduled departure - No fee + fare difference
Name Changes	Not permitted	Permitted - $A90 fee + associated flight change fee			Permitted - No fee
Cancellations	Not permitted	Permitted until midnight prior to scheduled departure – credit to Travel Bank only ($A70 fee)	Permitted prior to scheduled departure – credit to Travel Bank (no fee) or refund to original form of payment (A$80 fee)	Permitted until midnight prior to scheduled departure - credit to Travel Bank ($A50 fee)	Permitted prior to scheduled departure - credit to Travel Bank or refund to original form of payment (no fee)
No Show	Loss of fare				Permitted within 12 months – credit to Travel Bank or (no fee) refund to original form of payment (no fee)
You may also be entitled to a refund under the Australian Consumer Law in certain circumstances.

Travel across the Tasman with more choice than ever across Economy and Business fare classes.

The following fare types will be available across the Trans Tasman network:

Getaway - Our lowest fare for guests who don’t need the flexibility to change their flight.
Elevate - Both value and flexibility, with options to explore if our guests’ plans change.
Freedom - Full flexibility for guests who might have a last minute change of plan.
Business Saver - For guests who want exceptional style and refined comfort for superb value.
Business - For guests who prefer refined comfort and full flexibility.

The information below sets out the specific fare rules and inclusions for this fare type. These are in addition to your rights under the Australian Consumer Law.

Economy

International Short Haul	Economy
Fare Brand	Getaway	Elevate	Freedom
Fare Class	U, M, S, T	Q, V, N, E, L	K, H, B, Y
Food and Beverage	Food and drinks available for purchase. Complimentary water, tea and coffee
Economy X^	Available for purchase
Advance Seat Preference	Included
Carry On Baggage	Max 2 pieces (up to 7kg total)
Checked Baggage	1 piece (up to 23kg)
Lounge Access	Not included. Available to Platinum & Gold Velocity members
Infants/Children	Infants <2yrs with no seat are 10% of adult fare Children (2-11) and infants with a seat are 75% of adult fare
Guest Contact Centre/Airport Fees	Fee applies
Upgrade Me Premium Bid	Eligible
Velocity Upgrade Me Points	Permitted
Velocity Points Earned	5 points/ AU$1
Velocity Status Credits Earned	Yes
Velocity Points bonus for Platinum, Gold and Silver members	Yes
Fare Flexibility
Flight Changes	Permitted until midnight prior to scheduled departure $A100 fee + fare difference or Permitted until scheduled departure for same flight/same day upgrades No fee + fare difference	Permitted until 30 days prior to scheduled departure - No fee + fare difference or Permitted within 30 days prior to scheduled departure - $A80 fee + fare difference or Permitted until scheduled departure for same flight/same day upgrades No fee + fare difference	Permitted until prior to scheduled departure - No fee + fare difference
Name Changes	Not permitted
Cancellations	Not permitted	Permitted prior to scheduled departure – credit to Travel Bank ($A80 fee) or refund to original form of payment (A$150 fee)	Permitted prior to scheduled departure. Credit permitted to Travel Bank or refund to original form of payment (no fee)
No Show	Loss of fare
You may also be entitled to a refund under the Australian Consumer Law in certain circumstances.

Business

International Short Haul	Business
Fare Brand	Business Saver	Business
Fare Class	I, D	C, J
Food and Beverage	Included
Advance Seat Preference	Included
Carry On Baggage	Max 2 pieces (up to 7kg each)
Checked Baggage	2 pieces (up to 32kg each)
Lounge Access	Included
Infants/Children	Infants <2yrs with no seat are 10% of adult fare Children (2-11) and infants with a seat are 75% of adult fare
Guest Contact Centre/Airport Fees	Included - no fee
Velocity Points Earned	5 points/ AU$1
Velocity Status Credits Earned	Yes
Velocity Points bonus for Platinum, Gold and Silver members	Yes
Fare Flexibility
Flight Changes	Permitted until 30 days prior to scheduled departure - No fee + fare difference or Permitted within 30 days prior to scheduled departure - $A120 fee + fare difference or Permitted until scheduled departure for same flight/same day upgrades No fee + fare difference	Permitted prior to scheduled departure - No fee + fare difference
Name Changes	Not permitted
Cancellations	Permitted prior to scheduled departure – credit to Travel Bank ($A120 fee) or refund to original form of payment (A$200 fee)	Permitted prior to scheduled departure. Credit permitted to Travel Bank or refund to original form of payment (no fee)
No Show	Loss of fare
You may also be entitled to a refund under the Australian Consumer Law in certain circumstances.

The following fare types will be available across the International Short Haul network:

Getaway - Our lowest fare for guests who don’t need the flexibility to change their flight.
Elevate - Both value and flexibility, with options to explore if our guests’ plans change.
Freedom - Full flexibility for guests who might have a last minute change of plan.
Business Saver - For guests who want exceptional style and refined comfort for superb value.
Business - For guests who prefer refined comfort and full flexibility.

The information below sets out the specific fare rules and inclusions for this fare type. These are in addition to your rights under the Australian Consumer Law.

Economy

International Short Haul	Economy
Fare Brand	Getaway	Elevate	Freedom
Fare Class	U, M, S, T	Q, V, N, E, L	K, H, B, Y
Food and Beverage	Food and drinks available for purchase. Complimentary water, tea and coffee
Economy X^	Available for purchase
Advance Seat Preference	Included
Carry On Baggage	Max 2 pieces (up to 7kg total)
Checked Baggage	1 piece (up to 23kg)
Lounge Access	Not included. Available to Platinum & Gold Velocity members
Infants/Children	Infants <2yrs with no seat are 10% of adult fare Children (2-11) and infants with a seat are 75% of adult fare
Guest Contact Centre/Airport Fees	Fee applies
Upgrade Me Premium Bid	Eligible
Velocity Upgrade Me Points	Permitted
Velocity Points Earned	5 points/ AU$1
Velocity Status Credits Earned	Yes
Velocity Points bonus for Platinum, Gold and Silver members	Yes
Fare Flexibility
Flight Changes	Permitted until midnight prior to scheduled departure $A150 fee + fare difference or Permitted until scheduled departure for same flight/same day upgrades No fee + fare difference	Permitted until 30 days prior to scheduled departure - No fee + fare difference or Permitted within 30 days prior to scheduled departure - $A100 fee + fare difference or Permitted until scheduled departure for same flight/same day upgrades No fee + fare difference	Permitted until prior to scheduled departure - No fee + fare difference
Name Changes	Not permitted
Cancellations	Not permitted	Permitted prior to scheduled departure – credit to Travel Bank ($A100fee) or refund to original form of payment (A$200 fee)	Permitted prior to scheduled departure. Credit permitted to Travel Bank or refund to original form of payment (no fee)
No Show	Loss of fare
You may also be entitled to a refund under the Australian Consumer Law in certain circumstances.

Business

International Short Haul	Business
Fare Brand	Business Saver	Business
Fare Class	I, D	C, J
Food and Beverage	Included
Advance Seat Preference	Included
Carry On Baggage	Max 2 pieces (up to 7kg each)
Checked Baggage	2 pieces (up to 32kg each)
Lounge Access	Included
Infants/Children	Infants <2yrs with no seat are 10% of adult fare Children (2-11) and infants with a seat are 75% of adult fare
Guest Contact Centre/Airport Fees	Included - no fee
Velocity Points Earned	5 points/ AU$1
Velocity Status Credits Earned	Yes
Velocity Points bonus for Platinum, Gold and Silver members	Yes
Fare Flexibility
Flight Changes	Permitted until 30 days prior to scheduled departure - No fee + fare difference or Permitted within 30 days prior to scheduled departure - $A200 fee + fare difference or Permitted until scheduled departure for same flight/same day upgrades No fee + fare difference	Permitted prior to scheduled departure - No fee + fare difference
Name Changes	Not permitted
Cancellations	Permitted prior to scheduled departure – credit to Travel Bank ($A200 fee) or refund to original form of payment (A$400 fee)	Permitted prior to scheduled departure. Credit permitted to Travel Bank or refund to original form of payment (no fee)
No Show	Loss of fare
You may also be entitled to a refund under the Australian Consumer Law in certain circumstances.

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