Would you like a cheeseburger toastie with that? Velocity Frequent Flyer members can fast-track rewards and upgrades with Virgin Australia’s highly anticipated double Velocity Points or Status Credits offer, running 7–15 May for travel until 31 December 2026.
The pick-your-bonus, once-a-year, limited-time offer is one of Velocity’s biggest annual promotions and is available for all eligible bookings.
It also comes as Velocity Frequent Flyer membership soared by more than 700,000 new members in six months and Virgin Australia posted a 20.7 per cent profit increase for the first half of FY26.
The double-dip deal allows members to earn double Velocity Points or Status Credits by activating the offer in the app and booking an eligible Virgin Australia-marketed and -operated flight via the website using their membership number.
The popular pick-your-bonus promotion is designed to provide more value and flexibility for Velocity members to earn rewards towards their travel goals, whether that’s booking a holiday or unlocking upgraded tier benefits.
These include the premium perks afforded to Velocity Silver, Gold, Platinum, Platinum Plus and Forever Gold members.
Velocity Status benefits, depending on the tier level, include lounge access, priority check-in, preferential seating and boarding, access to complimentary Business Class upgrades and Virgin Australia Economy X seating and additional baggage allowances.
In addition, Virgin Australia is bringing the viral cheeseburger toastie on board as part of refreshed inflight menus launching in May 2026.
The buy-on-board Economy menu will feature the cheeseburger toastie alongside the popular ham-and cheese toastie, and also introduce corn chips with salsa, falafel wraps and mac’n’cheese.
Business Class upgrades will taste even better with new breakfast, lunch and dinner items included in the fare and Velocity members can redeem Points on food and drinks inflight via Pay with Points.
For travel advisors, the Virgin Australia double Velocity Points or Status Credits offer provides a strong booking incentive, particularly for frequent flyers looking to maximise value and status ahead of peak travel periods.
KARRYON UNPACKS: The Virgin Australia double Velocity Points and Status Credits offer taps into loyalty-driven booking behaviour, giving advisors a timely hook to drive conversions with clients focused on maximising rewards and status.
