Budget-Friendly Getaways: Grab Flights for as Low as $55 in Virgin Australia's Massive Seat Sale

Members, especially the travel junkies and budget-savvy travellers, we've got great news!

Virgin Australia has just announced their latest flight sale - and there are over half a million seats available. Even better is that prices are starting from a very reasonable $55 one-way! How good is that?



If you're looking for a quick getaway, without breaking the bank, this could be just the ticket – and the flight routes are all over Australia and further afield, too.

On the domestic front, you can fly from Sydney to Byron Bay for as little as $55 one-way, or from Adelaide to Melbourne for $89.

Looking for something a bit more tropical? Fly from Sydney to Nadi, Fiji for as little as $459 return or make a round-trip to Samoa (Apia) for just $539.


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Virgin Australia has announced a massive flight sale with hundreds and thousands of seats available. Credit: Facebook/Virgin Australia.



Other deals include (but are not limited to):

Domestic:
  • Brisbane to Cairns - From $95
  • Brisbane to Newcastle - From $89
  • Brisbane to Proserpine - From $85
  • Canberra to Brisbane - From $125
  • Canberra to the Gold Coast - From $109
  • Canberra to Melbourne - From $99
  • Darwin to Adelaide - From $139
  • Darwin to Brisbane - From $175
  • Darwin to Melbourne - From $179
  • Hobart to Melbourne - From $89
  • Hobart to Sydney - From $95
  • Hobart to Brisbane - From $139
  • Melbourne to Adelaide - From $89
  • Melbourne to the Gold Coast - From $99
  • Melbourne to Launceston - From $69
  • Perth to Adelaide - From $189
  • Sydney to Ballina Byron - From $55
  • Sydney to Brisbane - From $95
  • Sydney to the Sunshine Coast - From $75
International:
  • Sydney to Queenstown (NZ) - From $319
  • Brisbane to Nadi, Fiji - From $479
  • Gold Coast to Bali, Indonesia - From $479
  • Brisbane to Port Vila, Vanuatu - From $539
  • Sydney to Tokyo, Japan - $779 (return)


Dave Emerson, Virgin Australia Group's Chief Commercial Officer, said now is the perfect time to grab a flight deal.

'January is a month synonymous with planning for the year ahead – looking at opportunities for holidays, business trips, connecting with family and friends or exploring a new part of the country – we have so many great fares on offer no matter the reason for travel,' Mr Emerson said.


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There are plenty of discounted fares available for both domestic and international flights. Credit: Pexels/Andrea Piacquadio.



These amazing airfare deals are available until February 6 (midnight), so long as they don't sell out beforehand. So if you want to take advantage of these prices, we'd suggest booking sooner rather than later.

But, the best part? If you're a Velocity Frequent Flyer, you can earn points and status credits on all sale fares. And, from Monday until February 10 midnight (AEST), you can even get double status credits across the network.

The period of travel mentioned above is from March 1 to December 7, so you can plan ahead, if you want – just remember, the demand could be huge so best not to miss the chance and book now through this link!

Key Takeaways

  • Virgin Australia has announced a flight sale with half a million seats on sale starting from as little as $55 for domestic locations and $319 for international locations.
  • Popular destinations such as Byron Bay, the Sunshine Coast, Melbourne, the Gold Coast, Queenstown, Nadi and Apia are included in the sale.
  • The sale is on now until February 6, 2023, at midnight AEST, or until sold out prior with all sale fares including Velocity Frequent Flyer Points and Status Credits.

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Having a better idea of what goes into determining airfare can help you snag a better deal. Credit: Pexels/Leah Kelley.


You know that feeling when you finally save up enough for that dream trip and then BAM, airfare prices skyrocket? Well, buckle up because we're about to take you on a wild ride through the world of airline pricing.

Imagine it like a game of supply and demand - if there are more seats than passengers, prices drop. But, when people are fighting over the same flight, airlines raise the price 'cause they know we're willing to pay for convenience.

And don't even get us started on the weather - it can totally change the game. Holidays and peak season? Yeah, those can also hike up the prices.



But don't worry! Airlines also take into account the time of booking, loyalty programs, and type of fare. Booking last minute? Expect to pay more. But, if you're a savvy traveller with a loyalty program and flexible fare, you might just get away with a better deal.

So members, if you're ready to explore the world without breaking the bank, it's time to check out Virgin Australia's massive flight sale! With prices starting as low as $55 one-way, what are you waiting for? The world is your oyster!

Will you be taking advantage of this deal? Where do you plan to go?
 
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