Promising to be two of the most fabulous flights ever operated, Virgin Australia Pride Flight services to Sydney will depart Brisbane and Melbourne on Friday 4 March 2022 – marking the first time the airline has operated a Pride Flight from the southern capital – with tickets now on sale.
Get ready for bright colours, big smiles and whole lotta LOVE, because Virgin Australia will be taking equality mile-high next month.
The airline today announced the return of its annual Pride Flight services to Sydney, ahead of the country’s largest gay and lesbian celebration.
Hosted by Maxi Shield and Coco Jumbo of RuPaul’s Drag Race Down Under fame, together with award-winning Sydney drag royalty and Virgin Australia cabin crew member, Penny Tration, alongside Tora Hymen, will make Pride Flight a celebration not to be missed.
The all-inclusive flights will include a pre-flight departure party, celebrity appearances, mid-air drag performances, bottomless beverages, including pumping DJ entertainment, and all of the trimmings you’d expect from a pride celebration, including rainbows, glitter, and an extra helping of fabulous!
Virgin Australia Group Chief People Officer, Lisa Burquest said she is proud to lead a company that celebrates diversity and inclusiveness; where people are encouraged to be their authentic self.
“Every year, we are fortunate to fly guests to Australia’s largest gay and lesbian celebration in Sydney, and as the ultimate festival of love, acceptance and inclusivity, we could not miss the opportunity to bring our wonderful Pride Flight celebration back again in 2022.”
Pride Flight host and Virgin Australia cabin crew member Penny Tration said she can’t wait to return to the skies in her red uniform, glitter and sky-high heels.
“I’ve been flying with Virgin Australia for 15 years and it’s an honour to share our team’s unique culture, the heart and soul of the airline, with you all.
“Virgin Australia has gone to great lengths to unlock its culture and harness the spirit of its people and I couldn’t be more proud to be a part of the Pride Flight while rocking my sky-high stilettos,” she laughed.
Seats are expected to sell out fast, with one-way Economy tickets $150 and Business Class tickets $399.
$30 from the sale of each ticket will be donated to Minus18, an Australian charity improving the lives of LGBTQIA+ youth.
For more information and to book, click here or visit your local travel advisor.
