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Virgin Australia launches mega Queenstown flight sale

Snow season has struck again and in a rare moment airfares to Queenstown have been slashed to low prices.

Virgin Australia airfares to Queenstown have fallen. Picture: iStock
Virgin Australia airfares to Queenstown have fallen. Picture: iStock

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Virgin Australia has dropped an incredible flash sale on selected flights to Queenstown with fares discounted by up to 30 per cent off.

Fares start from $279 each way, or $459 return, which are for Sydney and Melbourne departures. Flights from Brisbane, Canberra, Perth, Mackay and Townsville are also available.

With eligible travel dates ranging from August 20, 2025 to March 28, 2026 this is a rare chance to catch some cheap seats to the adventure capital of the world during peak ski season which generally runs from July to August.

For travellers seeking other kinds of thrills and spills, October brings with it the beginning of whitewater rafting season in Queenstown, while the summer months are ideal for anyone wishing to branch out and visit the neighbouring fjords.

This flash 72-hour Queenstown promotion is on now until 11.59pm AEST Thursday July 17 unless sold out prior.

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Get set to push some powder. Picture: iStock
Get set to push some powder. Picture: iStock

Full list of fares on sale:

  • Brisbane to Queenstown from $319 one-way
  • Brisbane to Queenstown from $569 return
  • Canberra to Queenstown from $359 one-way
  • Canberra to Queenstown from $645 return
  • Mackay to Queenstown from $399 one-way
  • Mackay to Queenstown from $725 return
  • Melbourne to Queenstown from $279 one-way
  • Melbourne to Queenstown from $459 return
  • Perth to Queenstown from $579 one-way
  • Perth to Queenstown from $1085 return
  • Sydney to Queenstown from $279 one-way
  • Sydney to Queenstown from $489 return
  • Townsville to Queenstown from $369 one-way
  • Townsville to Queenstown from $665 return

All fares available are eligible to earn Velocity Points and Status Credits, with the earn rate being 4 points per $1 spent. 

As of April 2025, Status Credits are now earned based on the amount paid and not based on the route and fare type. This is earned at a rate of 1 Status Credit per $12 spent on Choice, Flex, Group and Business fares or 1 Status Credit per $24 spent on Lite fares.

As of October 1, further changes will be made to Status Credits, which will see the number of credits earned on partner airlines decrease. From this date, you’ll need to have earned at least half of your Status Credits from flying Virgin Australia in order to maintain or upgrade your Silver, Gold or Platinum Status.

For a full list of fares on sale and to book visit Virgin Australia.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What day is best to buy Virgin flights?

Virgin Australia runs a weekly Happy Hour sale every Thursday from 4-11pm AEST. This sale can include anything from a destination specific deal to a network-wide sale. You can sign up to Virgin Australia V-mail to be notified when Happy Hour starts.

Virgin will often host other special sales, such as this Queenstown sale or network-wide sales, however they are infrequent.

How early do flights go on sale?

Most airlines generally release seats a year in advance. If you're planning to travel during peak season this is helpful as these airfares often sell out and increase in price quickly so if you’re planning to travel on a certain date, you can start looking and booking a year prior.

How else can I save on Virgin flights?

Virgin Australia's Early Bird fares are an easy way to save a little extra on your flights. Book at least one month in advance and save up to 10 per cent off your airfare.

Virgin Australia also runs ongoing discounts for regional residents on selected routes.


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