Celebrating our recent addition of Velocity to the AwardFares family, in this blog post, we’ll highlight the top Virgin Australia routes that offer exceptional value for your points. These routes cover key destinations across Australia, no matter if you’re planning a quick business trip or a leisure adventure. Let’s start!

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Top Virgin Australia Routes To Book With Velocity Points

1. Melbourne (MEL) to Sydney (SYD)

One of the busiest routes, connecting two major cities in Australia.

  • Price range (in miles): 7,800 - 15,500 Velocity Points (Eco-Biz)
  • Operating aircraft: Boeing 737-800, Boeing 737 MAX 8

Melbourne to Sydney with Virgin Australia Velocity.

Melbourne to Sydney award flights with Virgin Australia Velocity Points.

2. Brisbane (BNE) to Sydney (SYD)

A high-traffic route important for both business and leisure travelers.

  • Price range (in miles): 7,800 - 15,500 Velocity Points
  • Operating aircraft: Boeing 737-800, Boeing 737 MAX 8

Brisbane to Sydney with Virgin Australia Velocity.

Brisbane to Sydney award flights with Virgin Australia Velocity Points.

3. Melbourne (MEL) to Brisbane (BNE)

Another major domestic route linking significant urban centers.

  • Price range (in miles): 9,400 - 23,500 Velocity Points
  • Operating aircraft: Boeing 737-800, Boeing 737 MAX 8

Melbourne to Brisbane with Virgin Australia Velocity.

Melbourne to Brisbane award flights with Virgin Australia Velocity Points.

4. Sydney (SYD) to Perth (PER)

A long-haul domestic flight connecting the east and west coasts.

  • Price range (in miles): 17,800 - 24,800 Velocity Points
  • Operating aircraft: Boeing 737-800, Boeing 737 MAX 8

Sydney to Perth with Virgin Australia Velocity.

Sydney to Perth award flights with Virgin Australia Velocity Points.

5. Melbourne (MEL) to Perth (PER)

Essential for business travel across the country.

  • Price range (in miles): 17,800 - 35,500 Velocity Points
  • Operating aircraft: Boeing 737-800, Boeing 737 MAX 8

Melbourne to Perth with Virgin Australia Velocity.

Melbourne to Perth award flights with Virgin Australia Velocity Points.

6. Sydney (SYD) to Canberra (CBR)

Short-haul flight, crucial for government and business sectors.

  • Price range (in miles): 6,200 - 23,500 Velocity Points
  • Operating aircraft: Boeing 737-800

Sydney to Canberra with Virgin Australia Velocity.

Sydney to Canberra award flights with Virgin Australia Velocity Points.

7. Adelaide (ADL) to Melbourne (MEL)

Popular for both tourism and business purposes.

  • Price range (in miles): 6,200 - 15,500 Velocity Points
  • Operating aircraft: Boeing 737-800, Boeing 737 MAX 8

Adelaide to Melbourne with Virgin Australia Velocity.

Adelaide to Melbourne award flights with Virgin Australia Velocity Points.

8. Brisbane (BNE) to Adelaide (ADL)

Connects Queensland with South Australia.

  • Price range (in miles): 9,400 - 23,500 Velocity Points
  • Operating aircraft: Boeing 737-800

Brisbane to Adelaide with Virgin Australia Velocity.

Brisbane to Adelaide award flights with Virgin Australia Velocity Points.

9. Sydney (SYD) to Cairns (CNS)

Important for tourism, especially to the Great Barrier Reef.

  • Price range (in miles): 17,800 - 24,800 Velocity Points
  • Operating aircraft: Boeing 737-800, Boeing 737 MAX 8

Sydney to Cairns with Virgin Australia Velocity.

Sydney to Cairns award flights with Virgin Australia Velocity Points.

10. Melbourne (MEL) to Hobart (HBA)

Frequently used route for tourists visiting Tasmania.

  • Price range (in miles): 6,200 - 15,500 Velocity Points
  • Operating aircraft: Boeing 737-800

Melbourne to Hobart with Virgin Australia Velocity.

Melbourne to Hobart award flights with Virgin Australia Velocity Points.

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