Virgin Bali expansion, next up CBR-DPS

[Mattg]

I can't see how anyone would be interested in transiting CBR unless it was for a VA status run given that domestic airfares into and out of CBR from anywhere are often sky-high anyway.

I don’t think booking a connection will help you earn Velocity status any more, unless the fare is higher (or you’re booking through VA Holidays)

 

[simmomelb]

Is it possible to connect with SQ947?

If yes, then it is game changer for the ACT.

I think you are giving VA far too much credit if you are suggesting they could codeshare with SQ from VA metal at DPS onto SQ947?
Layover-wise of ~1hr, yes, that would be perfect for those living in Canberra and wanting to continue flying through to Singapore

 

[LionKing]

I think you are giving VA far too much credit if you are suggesting they could codeshare with SQ from VA metal at DPS onto SQ947?
Layover-wise of ~1hr, yes, that would be perfect for those living in Canberra and wanting to continue flying through to Singapore

Why not?
If VA is only thinking about O&D traffic to DPS then I suggest someone please buy VA and sack the entire management for lack of vision.

 

[simmomelb]

Why not?
If VA is only thinking about O&D traffic to DPS then I suggest someone please buy VA and sack the entire management for lack of vision.

Oh, I am not disagreeing with you at all, I just don't think VA is capable of organising such a sensible solution for those living in Canberra wanting to transit through to Singapore at DPS.
Hopefully, I am wrong!

 

[LionKing]

Oh, I am not disagreeing with you at all, I just don't think VA is capable of organising such a sensible solution for those living in Canberra wanting to transit through to Singapore at DPS.
Hopefully, I am wrong!

Thank you. I am not disagreeing, was concerned that VA may not have that vision of Qantas which will cost them.

 

[RooFlyer]

Ex HBA, I have to choose my international departure port (except to AKL).

Overnight return from DPS still rules this out for me. Will continue on SQ Award via SIN.

 

[The-Aviator]

I expect this will do well. Virgin are far more popular with the local traveller than Batik ever was. The lounge will add to the appeal for those with status.

I am surprised QR persists with their CBR-MEL-DOH service when they don't have domestic carry rights. I feel it could make more sense as a VA flight under the wet lease arrangement, presumably as a VA flight they could then sell a few seats on the domestic leg and get some extra revenue? Maybe re-routing it through somewhere other than MEL as well.

 

[jase05]

When is Adl Bali coming back

Still annoyed that this route was pulled as it was our best way to get to Bali.