Fly to Europe for less than $2000 with this Virgin peak-season flash sale

Virgin Australia has slashed its fares to iconic European summer destinations, further discounting peak-season sale fares so Aussies can fly to Europe for less.

Virgin Australia’s new partnership with Qatar Airways is yielding incredible savings for Australian travellers who want to travel to iconic European destinations at one of the most in-demand travel periods of the year.

This limited-time flash sale offers deep discounts plus provides seamless connections to Europe through Doha’s Hamad International Airport, named the World’s Best Airport by Skytrax for the third time in 2024.

Flash sale fares are now on sale until 31 January 2025 (unless sold out prior), for travel between 17 June to 11 July 2025 for bookings on Virgin Australia flights from Sydney, Brisbane and Perth to Doha, and onwards connections to Europe.

Interior of Hamad International Airport. Picture: Supplied

Travellers will enjoy an exceptional on-board experience on Qatar Airways’ Boeing 777 aircraft, where all guests benefit from complimentary high-speed Starlink Wi-Fi for streaming, working, or staying connected in-flight.

Once in Doha, explore Hamad International Airport’s world of fine dining, luxury shopping and relaxation, before connecting to Europe’s top summer destinations, from the streets and cafes of Paris, to the architectural wonders of Barcelona.

Paris France. Picture: Supplied

Barcelona, Spain. Picture: Supplied

The peak-season sale features further discounted Economy fares to make a European summer more accessible than ever to Aussie travellers. Here is a selection of Economy Choice fares, transiting through Doha. More destinations are available online.

● Sydney to Paris from $1,927 return

● Brisbane to Barcelona from $1,938 return

● Brisbane to Athens from $2,022 return

● Perth to Barcelona from $1,798 return

● Perth to Paris from $1,833 return

Virgin Australia Executive, Dave Emerson, encouraged travellers to act quickly to secure

these deals.

“A European summer is a bucket-list experience for so many Australians, and we’re thrilled to make it even more accessible with this sale.

“With peak-season fares now discounted even further, there’s never been a better time to plan your adventure. Whether it’s soaking up the sun on the French Riviera, exploring Italy’s stunning coastline, or wandering the historic streets of Greece, this sale ensures you’ll travel in style and for less.”

Santorini, Greece. Picture: Supplied

As an extra perk, Velocity members can earn Velocity Points and Status Credits on all sale fares, when they add their Velocity membership number to their booking before travel to help members build points and reach status.