Virgin Australia Launches First International Service From Canberra

Virgin Australia will add more than 40,000 seats each year between the nation’s capital and Australia’s most popular international holiday destination, with direct flights from Canberra to Bali launching on 22 June 2026.

The new route will operate three return services per week and complement the airline’s other direct services between Bali and Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane and the Gold Coast.

Virgin Australia will operate its Boeing 737-800 aircraft on the route, with three seating options including Business, Economy and Economy X – the airline’s extra legroom seating which provides guests with an enhanced level of comfort and pre-boarding perks.

Virgin Australia Chief Executive Officer, Dave Emerson said the new service is a significant win for the ACT, strengthening the territory’s international connectivity.

“This is the first time in the history of the company that we will operate internationally from the capital, marking an important milestone in our broader network expansion story,” he said.

“Virgin Australia will be the only Australia-based airline operating internationally out of Canberra, and the only carrier on this new route.

“As we continue to grow our network, we’re focused on offering greater choice and seamless connectivity for our guests.

The schedule has been designed with convenience in mind, featuring afternoon departures from Canberra and overnight returns from Bali.

Virgin Australia currently operates services to Bali from Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane and Gold Coast. The new Canberra services also have same-day connections to these ports, increasing connectivity between Australia and Bali.

 

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