Virgin Australia Domestic Flights

Virgin Australia is an Australian airline based at Sydney Airport. The innovative airline is known for providing customers with an experience and services that would normally be associated with a full-service carrier while maintaining a dedication to keeping prices affordable. On all flights, passengers can look forward to relaxing in a comfortable and modern cabin.

Virgin Australia is one of the best-connected airlines operating in Australia, providing locals and tourists alike with an extensive network between major cities and hubs — flying between over 30 domestic destinations. No matter what city you’re looking to fly to, Virgin Australia will be able to take you there.

The airline is based at Sydney Airport, which is an international airport serving the city of Sydney, but also has hubs at Brisbane Airport and Melbourne Airport. Focus cities for the airline also include Adelaide (Adelaide Airport), the Gold Coast (Gold Coast Airport), and Perth (Perth Airport). A focus city is an important destination for an airline, from which it operates point-to-point flights — focused on domestic travel rather than onward connections.

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Domestic Economy Class

On domestic flights, Economy provides value-for-money but at affordable prices. Complimentary food is provided on all domestic flights. The menu will vary flight-to-flight, but is always carefully selected. Complimentary tea, coffee, juice and water is also available on all domestic flights. During the flight, passengers can relax in comfortable and luxurious seats:

Economy X:

Economy X is an upgrade option which offers a more premium experience, both at the airport and onboard, all while maintaining the affordability Economy. Benefits include: extra legroom, preferred overhead locker space, and priority boarding.

Domestic Business Class

Business passengers can enjoy priority check-in, priority boarding, and access to the Virgin Australia lounge at the airport. Passengers will be able to start their flight with a complimentary newspaper and pre-flight drink (including alcoholic), and enjoy premium and exclusive catering. On qualifying flights operated using the Boeing 737 aircraft, passengers can also enjoy a comfort pack, which includes a blanket and pillow, and stylish amenities.

Business Class seat features include:

Checked

On domestic flights, checked baggage must not exceed 140cm (55") in the sum of the three dimensions (length + width + height). Economy passengers are entitled to 1 x 23kg checked bag, whereas business class 2 x 32kg of checked bags.

Carry-On

Carry-on baggage allowance based on cabin class and Velocity Tier:

Economy and Economy X
Economy passengers can carry one standard piece of baggage measuring 56cm long, 36cm wide and 23cm deep (7kgs total), OR two small pieces measuring 48cm long, 34cm wide, and 23cm deep (7kgs total). Economy passengers can also carry a personal item, such as a laptop/tablet, umbrella, small purse/handbag, or camera.

Business, Velocity Gold and Platinum members
Please note that business allowance will depend on the aircraft being operated and will be confirmed during the booking process. The following information can be used as a guide.

Business passengers can carry one standard piece of baggage measuring 56cm long, 36cm wide and 23cm deep (7kgs total), OR two small pieces measuring 48cm long, 34cm wide, and 23cm deep (7kgs EACH). Passengers can also carry a personal item, such as a laptop/tablet, umbrella, small purse/handbag, or camera.