Qatar Airways and Virgin Australia have entered into a new strategic partnership expanding their network and throwing open over 150 travel destinations covering extensive Qatar and Virgin Australia routes for passengers. This will create a new gateway of seamless travel between Australia, the Middle East, Europe, and Africa, including popular destinations such as London, Paris, Rome, and Athens.
Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive, Akbar Al Baker said: “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 Chief Executive Officer, Jayne Hrdlicka, said: “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.”
The strategic partnership will provide a critical trade and tourism boost for Australia and Qatar while opening a world of new travel opportunities for both airlines’ customers.