Major 2024-25 Changes to Velocity Frequent Flyer
Virgin Australia’s Velocity Frequent Flyer program announced a major overhaul on 17 October 2024. Our guide explains everything you need to know.
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Virgin Australia to Fly to Doha as Qatar Airways Buys 25% Stake
Qatar Airways intends to buy a 25% minority stake in Virgin Australia. If approved by the Foreign Investment Review Board, Virgin Australia will also launch flights to Doha.
Complimentary Hotel & Car Hire Status for Velocity Members
As a Velocity Gold or Platinum member, you can get complimentary partner status with your choice of IHG One Rewards or Hilton Honors, as well as Hertz or Europcar.
Thieves Targeting Velocity Frequent Flyer Accounts
An alarmingly high number of Velocity Frequent Flyer members have had their accounts hacked and points stolen in recent months.
Virgin Australia Orders Embraer E190 Jets
Virgin Australia has ordered eight brand new Embraer E190-E2 jets to be based in Perth. They’ll start arriving in October 2025.