Virgin Australia launches first international flight from Canberra to Bali

Virgin Australia has commenced its first international flight from Canberra Airport, offering three weekly return flights between Canberra and Bali Denpasar. This new route adds over 40,000 seats annually and complements existing direct services from Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, and the Gold Coast, which together provide more than 500,000 seats each year to Bali. The service aims to provide a convenient gateway for regional and interstate travelers, including communities like Batemans Bay, Bega, Cooma, Jindabyne, and Merimbula. To celebrate, Virgin Australia is offering sale fares from Canberra to Bali starting at $449 return Economy Lite, available until June 26, 2026, for selected travel dates between July 28, 2026, and May 24, 2027. Velocity Frequent Flyer members can also redeem Reward Seats from 22,500 Velocity Points one way, plus applicable taxes. Virgin Australia Chief Marketing and Customer Operations Officer, Libby Minogue, stated the new route is a significant step in expanding the airline's network and increasing connectivity. Australian Capital Territory Chief Minister, Andrew Barr, and Canberra Airport Chief Executive Officer, Stephen Byron, highlighted the importance of direct international services for the region. The Canberra-Bali services will be operated using Boeing 737-800 aircraft, offering Business Class, Economy X, and Economy Class options, and can increase frequency during peak periods.