By longboxianVirgin Australia and Qatar Airways established a strategic partnership back in 2022, and now we’re finally seeing the fruits of this collaboration. Virgin Australia will soon launch flights from Australia to Doha using Qatar Airways’ Boeing 777 aircraft equipped with the renowned Qsuite, offering one of the best business-class experiences in the world. Even better, these flights are available for booking with Aeroplan points, making it an incredible redemption opportunity for savvy travelers.
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New Routes and Redemption Details
Virgin Australia will introduce flights from Sydney, Brisbane, and Perth to Doha starting mid-2025, with Melbourne to follow in December 2025. These routes not only mark Virgin Australia’s return to international operations but also provide access to premium Qatar Airways Qsuite cabins for Aeroplan members.
Here’s a breakdown of the routes and required Aeroplan points for business class:
Sydney to Doha (7,687 miles)
- Flight VA1: Departs Sydney at 3:50 PM, arrives in Doha at 11:00 PM
- Flight VA2: Departs Doha at 8:45 AM, arrives in Sydney at 6:50 AM
- Aeroplan Cost: 110,000 points (business class)
Brisbane to Doha (7,661 miles)
- Flight VA15: Departs Brisbane at 3:10 PM, arrives in Doha at 11:00 PM
- Flight VA16: Departs Doha at 1:30 AM, arrives in Brisbane at 10:35 PM
- Aeroplan Cost: 110,000 points (business class)
Perth to Doha (5,789 miles)
- Flight VA21: Departs Perth at 3:05 PM, arrives in Doha at 9:40 PM
- Flight VA22: Departs Doha at 8:00 PM, arrives in Perth at 12:00 PM
- Aeroplan Cost: 80,000 points (business class)
Melbourne to Doha (7,426 miles)
- Flight VA7: Departs Melbourne at 5:10 PM, arrives in Doha at 11:30 PM
- Flight VA8: Departs Doha at 1:40 AM, arrives in Melbourne at 11:05 PM
- Aeroplan Cost: 110,000 points (business class)
Generous Award Availability
Currently, award availability is quite generous. For November 2025, many flights have up to 4 business-class seats open for redemption. However, availability starts to dwindle in December and January, so booking early is highly recommended.
The Qsuite Experience
Qatar Airways’ Qsuite has long been regarded as one of the best business-class products globally. It features:
- Private suites with sliding doors for ultimate privacy.
- Customizable configurations for solo travelers, couples, or groups.
- Exceptional dining and service onboard.
While Virgin Australia’s service standards remain to be seen, the Qsuite hardware alone makes this a worthwhile experience.
More Redemption Ideas with Aeroplan
Australia to Europe
While the booking system currently only displays itineraries to Istanbul, you can add a stopover in Istanbul to connect to other European cities. For more complex routings, contacting Aeroplan customer service can help you piece together a multi-city itinerary.
Australia to North America
Similar to Europe, direct searches may not show availability, but adding a stopover in Doha enables you to unlock itineraries to North American destinations.
Conclusion
Virgin Australia’s new Doha routes present a fantastic opportunity for Aeroplan members to experience Qatar Airways’ world-class Qsuite. This partnership adds valuable options for redeeming Aeroplan points, particularly for those looking to fly in luxury between Australia and the rest of the world. Act fast to secure your tickets while availability lasts!
Start planning your dream Qsuite journey today! 🚀
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