Codeshare flights between Virgin Australia and Link Airways are now on sale, expanding travel opportunities for millions of regional Australians. Virgin Australia customers can now fly to 41 Australian destinations on a single booking.
On Tuesday (March 19, 2204), Virgin Australia announced that the first codeshare flights with Link Airways have now gone on general sale, giving regional Australians the ability to fly between 41 different destinations on a single ticket. The new codeshare partnership expands Virgin Australia’s regional footprint by approximately 45 percent, with service to unique destinations such as Inverell, Wollongong and Bileola, destinations that are not currently served by any major airline. Guests can now book codeshare flights directly via the Virgin Australia website on any of the 17 new routes.
In Tuesday’s announcement, Virgin Australia’s Chief Strategy and Transformation Officer, Alistair Hartley, said,
“The sky’s the limit now for so many regional Australians wanting better connectivity between home and the rest of our great country. We know our customers in regional Australia want this service, having already sold thousands of seats via travel agents since we announced the partnership in January. I can confirm that Bundaberg to Brisbane return is our most popular route so far under this new partnership.
“Our guests will be able to enjoy our seamless and efficient service, earn loyalty points and enjoy the benefits under our award-winning Velocity Frequent Flyer program. Virgin Australia is committed to providing value for our customers and we are proud to know this agreement between us and Link Airways will go a long way to providing customers with connectivity and choice.”
Also commenting on the new codeshare partnership with Virgin Australia, Link Airways’ Manager – Network Strategy, Jeff Boyd, said,
“Link Airways is extremely pleased to team with Virgin Australia as a Domestic Codeshare Partner Airline and it looks forward to welcoming many more new customers aboard. Today’s announcement will further enhance the connectivity for people travelling to and from the amazing Australian Regional Towns and Cities that we service and provide seamless connectivity Australia-wide through the Virgin Australia’s expansive route network.”
Virgin Australia Velocity frequent flyer members will now be able to earn both Points and Status Credits on Virgin Australia codeshare flights operated by Link Airways. Additionally, Velocity Platinum, Gold and Silver members will also earn bonus Points and receive an additional baggage allowance, when traveling on eligible fares. Eligible Velocity members may also access Virgin Australia lounges when flying on a codeshare itinerary.
Source: Virgin Australia