New partnership between Qatar Airways and Virgin Australia

With the occasion of the collaboration, Privilege Club and Velocity Frequent Flyer members will enjoy extra-benefits when choosing any of the carriers’ services. Benefits include special fares, double Avios, Qpoints, reward seats, priority services, access to exclusive raffles participation and more.

The strategic partnership, announced since May and officially closed on September 6, aims at expanding the networks and services of both airlines. With the signing of the agreement, passengers can now enjoy extensive travel to more than 150 countries across Australia, the Middle-East, Europe and Africa, via easy-to-book flights on the official webpages of the carriers.

Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive, His Excellency Akbar Al Baker commented:

“Unlike other airlines, we were determined to keep flying to and from Australia during COVID, get desperate people home and keep businesses connected to the world, now we have strengthened our presence even more in cooperation with our good friends at Virgin Australia.

“This partnership will also allow Qatar Airways Privilege Club members to earn and redeem Avios when flying on Virgin Australia. Passengers will benefit from the award-winning facilities of our hub at Hamad International Airport, recently voted the World’s Best Airport for two consecutive years, to create a comfortable journey. It also opens up Australia to our passengers flying in on Qatar Airways flights, after such a long, difficult time."

Virgin Australia Group’s CEO, Jayne Hrdlicka, added:

“Today is an incredibly exciting day for Virgin Australia and our loyal Velocity Frequent Flyer members with Qatar Airways officially joining the Virgin Australia family.

“We are continuing to deliver on our promise to grow our international network, and from today, our guests will have direct access to over 150 destinations worldwide on the Qatar network, including more access to the Middle East, Europe and Africa than we have ever offered in the history of our airline.

“For our more than 10.8 million Velocity members, they’ll now be able to earn and redeem Velocity Points to over 500 destinations globally when travelling with Virgin Australia, Qatar Airways and our long list of renowned international airline partners. Eligible Velocity members will also receive a host of premium benefits when travelling with Qatar Airways, including access to lounge access and priority check-in and boarding.

“The partnership will also allow Virgin Australia to show our famous hospitality and all the incredible scenery and unique experiences we have in Australia when Qatar Airways’ customers and Privilege Club members fly on our network.

“It’s a fantastic partnership and we are proud to be joining forces with Qatar Airways.”

The launch of the partnership was celebrated at Brisbane Airport and featured a special program dedicated to the beginning of the collaboration between the two important airlines.

 

source: centreforaviation.com