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Barista coffee island in the Virgin Australia Lounge at Melbourne Airport

Should Airlines Keep Lounges Open for Delayed Flights?

Airlines have a habit of closing their lounges before delayed flights have actually started boarding. Is this reasonable or should paying customers who've already been inconvenienced by a flight delay expect more?

21 Jul 2025 Virgin Australia
Virgin Australia Boeing 737-800 lands in Port Vila, Vanuatu

The Best Ways to Redeem Velocity Points

The best ways to redeem Virgin Australia Velocity points are Reward Seats and upgrades. Some partner airline rewards offering particularly exceptional value.

25 Jun 2025 Virgin Australia
Virgin Australia 737 business class

How to Buy Virgin Australia Velocity Points

You can purchase up to 250,000 Virgin Australia Velocity points each year with Velocity Points Booster. Until 30 June 2025, you can even get a 40% discount if you buy at least 110,000. But there are cheaper ways to earn Velocity points.

25 Jun 2025 Virgin Australia
Priority bag drop at Virgin Australia Sydney Airport T2

When Does Virgin Australia Open Check-In & Bag Drop?

You can drop your checked bag at the airport for a Virgin Australia domestic flight any time on the day of departure until 30 minutes before the flight leaves. But international flights have more limited check-in and bag drop times.

16 Jun 2025 Virgin Australia
Virgin Australia 737 exit row

Current Virgin Australia Promo Codes

Save up to 10% on domestic and international Virgin Australia flights with these current Virgin Australia discount codes.

6 Jun 2025 Virgin Australia
How to Earn Virgin Australia Status

How to Earn Virgin Australia Velocity Status

Velocity Frequent Flyer status comes with perks when flying Virgin Australia and its partners. This guide explains how to earn it following the major April 2025 changes.

5 Jun 2025 Virgin Australia