Virgin Australia launches international flights from Canberra
Virgin Australia return Canberra-Bali services will operate three times per week, adding more than 40,000 seats annually between Australia and the island hotspot.
The service also enhances connectivity between Australia and Bali through convenient interstate connections via Canberra while also providing regional communities bordering the capital, including Batemans Bay, Bega, Cooma, Jindabyne and Merimbula, new options to holiday overseas without needing to travel via Sydney or Brisbane.
Virgin Australia Chief Marketing and Customer Operations Officer, Libby Minogue said the new route was an important step in growing the airline’s network and providing greater connectivity for travellers.
“Today marks a significant milestone for Virgin Australia as we operate our first-ever international flight from Canberra, connecting the nation’s capital directly with one of Australia’s most popular overseas destinations,” she said.
“With more than 40,000 seats a year now available to book between Canberra and Bali, and more than half a million seats annually across our broader Bali network, the new service is creating more choice and connectivity for travellers while making it easier than ever to reach Bali.
“We’ve already seen a strong response from customers, which reinforces the demand for direct international services from Canberra.
“This route not only gives Canberrans and surrounding regional communities a more convenient way to travel overseas, it will also help drive inbound visitation and economic activity for the ACT by making it easier for international visitors to experience everything Canberra has to offer.
“To celebrate the launch, we’re offering return sale fares from just $449 to Bali, giving travellers a fantastic opportunity to experience our award-winning service and book their next holiday at great value,” she said.