Offering the affordability of a low-cost carrier with all the services of a full-service airline, Virgin Australia is the second largest airline in Australia. Launched in 2000 by Sir Richard Branson, Virgin Australia flights now service 29 Australian cities and 50 destinations worldwide. Airfare types range from domestic (within Australia) to International Short Haul (with South East Asia and the Pacific) and International Long Haul (rest of the world). The Virgin Australia fleet includes Embraer, Fokker and Boeing jets as well as wide bodied Boeing and Airbus jets. Cabin classes range from Economy to Premium Economy and Business Class. Virgin flights are subject to a number of dangerous goods and baggage restrictions.
All guests travelling on the Virgin Australia network are permitted to take up to 7kg in total of carry-on baggage onboard. Carry-on baggage may consist of -
Two pieces (e.g. small bag or briefcase) that do not exceed dimensions of 48cm x 34cm x 23cm (total linear dimensions 105cm) each; or
One piece (total linear dimensions 105cm), plus one non-rigid suit pack or garment bag that does not exceed dimensions of 114cm x 60cm x 11cm (total linear dimensions 185cm)
Checked Baggage
Fare Type
None/Red
Silver
Gold
Platinum
Saver
Pieces up to 23kg for purchase
1 piece up to 23kg
1 piece up to 32kg
2 pieces up to 32kg each
Flexi
1 piece up to 23kg
1 piece up to 23kg
1 piece up to 32kg
2 pieces up to 32kg each
Business
2 pieces up to 32kg each
2 pieces up to 32kg each
2 pieces up to 32kg each
2 pieces up to 32kg each
Oversized & Fragile Items
Oversized baggage can be checked in, provided each piece does not exceed 32kg in weight. Guests with baggage pieces heavier than 32kg each should contact Freight Services on 13 15 06 before arriving at the airport.
