Virgin, which has largely been out of the international market for 4½ years, is returning to global travel as part of the Qatar Airways partnership, which is still to be given final approvals.

From today Virgin is allowed to take bookings for new services to fly directly from Sydney, Brisbane and Perth to Doha for travel from June next year. To celebrate this milestone, the airline has launched a seven day sale.

Key Details:

• Aircraft: Boeing 777-300ER with Qsuites

• Sale Travel Dates: July 21, 2025 - November 30, 2025

Economy Sale Fares:

• Brisbane:

  • Athens: $1967

  • London: $2071

  • Paris: $2031

• Perth:

  • Athens: $1837

  • London: $1841

  • Paris: $1791

• Sydney:

  • Athens: $1962

  • London: $1982

  • Paris: $1925

  • Rome: $1827

Business Class Fares:

• Perth to London (one-way): $4,347

  For more on the Q Suite and why it has won so many awards have a read of our editors review.

Virgin Australia Group CEO Jayne Hrdlicka said that the launch of the flights is “a huge win for Australian Travellers which brings more value and choice for passengers wanting to fly internationally.”

“For Virgin Australia, this marks a significant milestone, as we’ve been unable to offer long-haul flights for the past four and a half years. Our 28 new weekly services to Doha will open up a world of opportunity, allowing passengers to connect to over 100 destinations worldwide on Qatar’s network.

Partnering with Qatar Airways means we’re delivering the gold standard in global travel, offering seamless connections and world-class service while increasing market competition to provide better value and fares. Exploring the world has never been more accessible.

Virgin Australia’s additional flights to Doha are also great news for small businesses seeking opportunities to export their goods to the Middle East, particularly in the agricultural sector. The services sector will benefit from the additional $3 billion in economic value generated over the next five years from increased inbound tourism, leading to job creation and opportunities for the travel and tourism industry.

This partnership is a critical piece of Virgin Australia’s long-term strategy and a significant vote of confidence in Australian aviation, further strengthening our long-term competitiveness and contributing to the growth of the aviation industry in Australia.”

Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive Officer, Engr. Badr Mohammed Al-Meer, said that, “if approved, the investment will support a collective ambition between the two airlines to deliver the best service and value to Australian customers. We are proud to support Virgin Australia’s ambition to return to long-haul international flying, a crucial next step in their successful transformation program.”

Engr. Al-Meer added that the new Virgin Australia services would also boost cargo capacity, increasing opportunities for exporters in the Australian market. He noted that Australian small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and corporate travellers could also take advantage of access to competitive fares and a stronger international airline network.”