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Virgin Australia is Australia's second-largest airline, headquartered in Brisbane, Queensland. Originally launched in 2000 as Virgin Blue (a low-cost carrier), the airline repositioned itself as a full-service carrier in 2011 under the Virgin Australia brand. Following financial difficulties during the COVID-19 pandemic, the airline entered voluntary administration in April 2020 and was subsequently acquired by Bain Capital in November 2020.

Today, Virgin Australia operates a domestic network of 31+ destinations across all Australian states and territories, plus international routes to Fiji, Indonesia (Bali), New Zealand, Qatar, Samoa, and Vanuatu. The airline is not a member of any global alliance but maintains strategic partnerships with Qatar Airways, Singapore Airlines, Etihad Airways, and United Airlines for international connectivity.

Virgin Australia is known for its friendly service culture, competitive pricing with full-service amenities, and the popular Velocity Frequent Flyer program with over 10 million members.

Carry-On Allowance

Important: From 2 February 2026, Virgin Australia is simplifying carry-on rules. The information below reflects the new policy.

Personal Item (included on all fares):

• Dimensions: 45 x 33 x 20 cm (18" x 13" x 8")
• Must fit under the seat in front of you
• Examples: Handbag, laptop bag, small backpack

Cabin Bag (overhead bin):

Fare/Status	Cabin Bags	Weight Limit
Economy (Lite/Choice/Flex)	1 bag	8 kg (17 lbs)
Business Class	2 bags	14 kg combined (max 8 kg each)
Velocity Gold/Platinum/Platinum Plus	2 bags	14 kg combined
Economy X	2 bags	14 kg combined

Cabin Bag Dimensions: 56 x 36 x 23 cm (22" x 14" x 9") including handles and wheels

Notes:

• Adults traveling with infants may bring one additional small personal item free
• Small musical instruments (up to 85 x 34 x 23 cm) count as one cabin bag

Checked Baggage

Domestic Flights:

Fare Class	Included Bags	Weight per Bag	Additional Bag Fee
Economy Lite	None	-	A$49 (~US$31)
Economy Choice	1 bag	23 kg (50 lbs)	A$49
Economy Flex	1 bag	23 kg	A$49
Business	2 bags	32 kg (70 lbs) each	-

Short-Haul International (NZ, Fiji, Bali, etc.):

Cabin	Included Bags	Weight per Bag
Economy	1 bag	23 kg (50 lbs)
Business	2 bags	32 kg (70 lbs) each

Size Limit: Maximum 140 cm total dimensions (length + width + height)

Overweight & Oversized Fees

Condition	Fee
Overweight (23-32 kg)	A$110 (~US$70)
Over 32 kg	Not accepted (contact Cargo)

Note: Only Business Class passengers can check bags between 23-32 kg. Economy passengers must keep bags under 23 kg.

Elite Status & Credit Card Benefits

Velocity Status	Checked Bag Bonus
Red	Standard fare allowance
Silver	Standard fare allowance
Gold	+1 extra bag (up to 23 kg)
Platinum	+2 extra bags
Platinum Plus	Up to 5 x 32 kg bags

Special Items

Item	Fee	Notes
Golf clubs	Standard bag fee	Counts as 1 checked bag
Skis/Snowboard	Standard bag fee	Counts as 1 checked bag
Surfboard	Standard bag fee	Contact airline for large boards
Bicycle	Standard bag fee	Must be boxed or in bike bag
Car seat	Free	Up to 3 infant items free per infant
Stroller/Pram	Free	Gate-check available
Wheelchair/Mobility aids	Free	Always free for personal use
CPAP machine	Free	Allowed as additional carry-on

Pets in Cabin: From October 2025, Virgin Australia became the first Australian airline to allow small dogs and cats in the cabin on domestic flights. Check website for requirements and booking.

Fees as of January 2026. Verify at virginaustralia.com/baggage.

Business Class

Boeing 737 MAX 8 / 737-800:

Feature	Details
Configuration	2-2 (8 seats)
Seat Pitch	97 cm (38")
Seat Width	53 cm (21")
Seat Type	Collins Aerospace MiQ cradle seats
Recline	5" with extendable leg and footrest
Power	USB and AC power at every seat
Screen	Wireless entertainment via personal device

Business Class Amenities:

• Complimentary meals and premium beverages (including wine and beer)
• Priority check-in and boarding
• Lounge access (Virgin Australia Lounge)
• 2 checked bags up to 32 kg each
• 2 cabin bags up to 14 kg combined

Economy X (Extra Legroom)

Feature	Details
Seat Pitch	86-97 cm (34-38")
Seat Width	44 cm (17.5")
Features	Extra legroom, priority boarding, preferred overhead bin access

Economy

Boeing 737 MAX 8:

Feature	Details
Configuration	3-3 (168 seats)
Seat Pitch	76-79 cm (30-31")
Seat Width	44 cm (17.5")
Recline	2"
Seat Type	Collins Meridian leather slimline seats
Screen	Wireless IFE via personal device

Boeing 737-800:

Feature	Details
Configuration	3-3
Seat Pitch	79 cm (31")
Seat Width	44 cm (17.5")

In-Flight Entertainment

Virgin Australia offers wireless streaming entertainment on equipped Boeing 737 aircraft:

• Access: Connect to "VirginAustralia" WiFi, then visit wifi.virginaustralia.com
• Content: Hundreds of hours of movies, TV shows, and music
• Requirements: Bring your own charged device (phone, tablet, laptop) and headphones
• Note: MacBook users need an alternative device (Silverlight no longer supported)

WiFi: High-speed WiFi available for purchase on most domestic flights.

Food & Beverage

Business Class:

• Complimentary multi-course meals
• Premium wine, beer, and spirits
• Barista-style coffee

Economy Class (Buy on Board):

Item Type	Price Range (AUD)
Hot meals	A$12-18
Snacks	A$4-8
Alcoholic drinks	A$9-12
Soft drinks/Coffee	Free (Madame Flavour tea, Grinders coffee, water)

Payment: Cards only (Visa, Mastercard, Amex, JCB, digital wallets). No cash accepted.

Hot Meals: Available on Perth and international flights only. Options include dishes like cannelloni and honey chicken.

Velocity Points: Members can redeem Points for food and drinks via "Pay with Points" (Australian airline first for onboard purchases).