Save hundreds on a getaway with Virgin’s back-to-work sale

If the idea of going back to work after the holidays is weighing on you, you certainly aren’t alone. To help put the pep back in your step on your way into the office, Virgin Australia has just dropped its ‘I’m-not-emotionally-ready-to-go-back-to-work’ sale.

Until Monday, January 19, jetsetters can save hundreds on select domestic and international flights to dozens of destinations.

Those wanting more space can upgrade their fares from Economy to Economy X for premium leg room, from as little as $17 each way. If you’re looking for finer fares, you can score premium comfort from less than $300 for a one-way Business Class ticket to destinations like Melbourne, Sydney and Launceston.

Save on domestic flights with Virgin Australia

If you’re looking for a local getaway, there are discounted flights available to destinations around the country.

Some of the top deals on domestic flights include:

• Sydney to Gold Coast: Economy one way from $65
• Sydney to Launceston: Economy one way from $79
• Sydney to Hobart: Economy one way from $85
• Sydney to Brisbane: Economy one way from $99
• Melbourne to Gold Coast: Economy one way from $89
• Melbourne to Adelaide: Economy one way from $99
• Melbourne to Uluru: Economy one way from $105
• Brisbane to Proserpine: Economy one way from $75
• Brisbane to Darwin: Economy one way from $185
• Hobart to Melbourne: Business one way from $279
• Brisbane to Sydney: Business one way from $299
• Gold Coast to Canberra: Business one way from $309

Save on international flights with Virgin

If you’re looking to head overseas this year, Virgin is also offering deals on international return flights. Here are some of the top offers flying out of Sydney:

• Sydney to Denpasar (Bali): Economy return from $419
• Sydney to Queenstown: Economy return from $509
• Sydney to Nadi (Fiji): Economy return from $605

Holiday hunters can also find inclusive packages, sold through Virgin’s travel booking partner Hopper, as part of Virgin’s back-to-work sale. These packages vary in inclusions, but typically cover return flights and accommodation. Holidays to sunny destinations like Bali and the Gold Coast are on offer right now.

Sale fares and discounted upgrades are available until 11:59pm AEST on Monday 19 January 2026, for select travel dates between 10 February 2026 and 17 September 2026  unless sold out prior.

Other great times to book flights

If you can’t book your next holiday before Virgin’s sale ends, don’t worry! There are plenty of other sales offered by airlines and travel agents that could save you money on your next getaway. Keep an eye out for these regular offers:

• Jetstar’s Friday Fare Frenzy: Jetstar runs its Friday Fare Frenzy to kick off your weekend every Friday from 12pm – 8pm AEST. These deals include discounted flight fares and sometimes holiday packages.
• Virgin’s Happy Hour Flights: Almost every Thursday, Virgin offers discount flights as part of its Happy Hour sale, typically running from 4pm -11pm AEDT.
• Flight Centre’s Travel Tuesdays: Customers can find holiday packages like flights, hotels, cruises and more on sale with Flight Centre every Tuesday.