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Velocity Frequent Flyer is loyalty program of Virgin Australia. Since Virgin Australia's rebrand and relaunch undertaken throughout 2011 and 2012, Velocity has become a real competitor to Qantas Frequent Flyer for customer loyalty. The key differences of Velocity to Qantas Frequent Flyer are consistently good award seat availability on most of Virgin's routes; partnerships with a range of banks and their flexible points programs; reduced redemption costs compared to Qantas; and an increased range of earning partners.

Velocity-Linked Credit Cards

Earning Velocity Points

Promo codes for Virgin Australia domestic and international flights

Our regular update to the Point Hacks Virgin Australia promo codes list is out.
Velocity Frequent Flyer transfer and redemption bonuses guide

Velocity has made the unusual move of extending last month’s transfer bonus promotion. Flybuys and hotel programs are out, though, and there are no additional bonuses for ANZ or Amex Platinum Charge cardholders.
How to earn Velocity points at BP for fuel & purchases

If you aren’t already a member—or know someone that isn’t but should be—this is an easy enough way to pick up some bonus points for signing up to Velocity. Plus, an overview of the BP-Velocity partnership.
Using Velocity Family Pooling and Transfers to combine Velocity points and status between accounts

Velocity’s excellent and very useful ‘Family Pooling’ feature offers an easy way for couples and families to work together when trying to build their points and status balances.
Some of the cheapest ways of earning Velocity Gold status in one trip available now

This deal takes advantage of cheap fares flying Hong Kong Airlines to and from the Gold Coast, with connecting flights on Virgin Australia. You’ll get direct aisle access and a lie-flat seat, as well as the potential to earn a large amount of Velocity Points and Status Credits.
A beginner's guide to earning Velocity points from hotel stays

Earning Velocity points from hotel stays isn’t hard; in fact, if you’re loyal to Velocity, you’d be silly not to try and book your hotel stays in a way to maximise your points. Plus, there is a triple points offer coming up later this month.
Our list of Velocity bonus points offers

If you work out at least three times a week, then new and current Virgin Active members can pick up some bonus Velocity points for exercising.
Earn Velocity Points on Melbourne's SkyBus service (double points until February 2017)

This new partnership has you earning at least 100 Velocity Points every time you board the bus, plus our tips to earn extra points by buying roundtrip, family and multi-trip tickets.
How to earn Velocity points by shopping online through the Velocity eStore

Velocity’s estore allows Velocity members to earn points for purchases made online after signing in and clicking through to a range of retailers.
1,000 Velocity point bonus for connecting Velocity statements to your Australia Post Digital Mailbox

Austalia Post’s Digital Mailbox service and Velocity Frequent Flyer tie-up is getting another promotion, this time yielding a bonus 1,000 Velocity Points for adding Velocity statements to your account. If you don’t already have a […]
Up to 10,000 Velocity points for switching energy providers - Guide to earning Qantas & Velocity points from energy and utilities

In the last couple of years the options for earning points outside of travel has opened up considerably. There are now a few different way to earn points from your gas and electricity bills, and […]

Using Velocity Points

Velocity Frequent Flyer transfer and redemption bonuses guide

Velocity has made the unusual move of extending last month’s transfer bonus promotion. Flybuys and hotel programs are out, though, and there are no additional bonuses for ANZ or Amex Platinum Charge cardholders.
How to redeem Velocity points for Business & First Class flights to the US

We’ve come across hard-to-find direct Business Class award seats from Sydney and Brisbane to Honolulu during Terms 2 and 3 next year.
How to use Velocity Points to book Virgin Atlantic award flights

I wanted to share my discovery that one of the best uses of Velocity Points is for Virgin Atlantic Upper Class redemptions. Here is how I used only 40,000 points + $13.70 AUD in taxes to book a $7,000 USD flight from New York to London.
A comparison of pricing between Velocity and KrisFlyer

Now that Velocity members can book directly book Singapore Airlines First Class awards, I’ve revisited this comparison guide. The results may surprise you.
The best uses of 100,000 Velocity Points

In this guide, we outline our top nine recommendations for using your Velocity points balance for maximum value, including flights on Virgin Australia and partners like Etihad and Singapore Airlines.
How to redeem your Velocity Points for Etihad’s A380 Business Studios and First Apartments

Etihad has cut its losses with low load factors to Melbourne by shifting its largest aircraft to Sydney. Etihad Business & First Class is one of the best ways to fly, and Australians have access to Etihad redemptions thanks to their partnership with Velocity.
Etihad Airways A330/A340/777 Diamond First Class Overview

The first leg of my flight from Europe back to Australia was in Etihad’s Diamond First Class from Geneva to Abu Dhabi, redeemed using Velocity Points, and I really enjoyed it! Etihad’s ‘standard’ long-haul First Class product offers an excellent seat, and for my flight, great service.
The eternal question: what happens (to your points) after you pass away?

Unlike your own fate, the fate of your points after your death does not have to be a cosmic mystery. However, not all points programs are created equal. While some will let your loved ones take advantage of your hard earned points, others will insist that they are buried with you.
Etihad A380 First Class Apartment Overview

Our take on Etihad’s luxurious A380 flagship First Class Apartments. Australians have several options to access this Etihad product with frequent flyer points, and it’s worth well aiming for.
Beginners Guide: how to tell the difference between the cheap vs expensive redemption options on offer by frequent flyer programs

This is a really common question we get, so here is an easy-to-read guide to help you understand the difference between saver and standard awards, with examples from five frequent flyer programs, including Velocity and Qantas.
Etihad Guest miles vs Velocity Points for your next Virgin Australia flight redemption

Etihad Guest allows you to redeem miles for Virgin Australia flights – and often should be your go-to frequent flyer program for most redemptions with Virgin Australia if you can earn miles or transfer them from a partner program.
Etihad Airways A380 Business Studios Overview

We’ve road-tested Etihad’s A380 flagship Business Class – and it’s excellent. Australian’s have several options for to access Etihad flights with points, and it’s worth well aiming for.
Virgin America First Class Overview

We size up Virgin America’s First Class cabin and explain how to redeem Velocity Points and KrisFlyer Miles for Virgin America flights. Virgin Australia’s sister airline is towards the top of US domestic airlines.
The airlines and frequent flyer programs that charge the lowest fuel surcharges

Here’s our second guide to how to minimise the taxes, fees and fuel surcharges on flight bookings – this time around, the frequent flyer programs and airlines to target for low fees.
Getting the most out of your flybuys balance - frequent flyer partners, travel or check-out discounts

In this guide we look at the main redemption options for your flybuys balance, and the kind of value you can expect to receive from the different options.
Which fare class NOT to book with Qantas & Virgin Australia to upgrade using points

Not every flight you book is eligible for an upgrade. If you’re looking to use points to upgrade with Qantas or Virgin, you need to book the right fare class.
Six ways to get the most out of your Velocity points

With changes to Velocity’s award chart coming into effect earlier this month, it was time for us to revise where the best redemptions of Velocity points can be found. Thankfully, there are still some good-value opportunities.
How to use Velocity points for upgrades on Virgin Australia

Upgrades are almost always a handy use of points if travelling in Premium Economy or Business Class is on your wish list. Going after upgrades from paid fares, rather than outright redemptions using your points […]
How to search for award seats on Virgin Australia and tips for making Velocity 'award' bookings using your Velocity points

Half the battle with frequent flyer points are finding the seats you want for your trip and using your points for your ideal travel goal. In this introductory guide we look the different ways you can search for Virgin Australia ‘award’ availability and some other tips and necessary info for making an award booking.
How to and why to transfer your points between Velocity and KrisFlyer

Velocity Points and KrisFlyer miles are one of the few frequent flyer programs that let you exchange points between both programs. It’s a key benefit of Velocity, and worth understanding how it works.
Virgin Australia A330 Business Class Overview

Virgin Australia’s “The Business” on their A330 fleet offers a level of space and service that’s a cut above what you’ll find with most other airlines for domestic flights around the world. Here’s our overview guide of what to expect (or aspire to!) when travelling in Virgin Australia’s A330 Business Class.
Reminder: Velocity tweaking Etihad and other partner redemption pricing from June 1st. Plan your redemptions!

Back in February Virgin Australia’s Velocity frequent flyer programme unveiled changes to its reward seat pricing. In summary – many Virgin Australia operated routes are going up slightly in price, while Etihad redemptions are going […]
Starwood partnership allows Velocity members to transfer points from Starwood Preferred Guest to Velocity

Starwood have confirmed that they have partnered with Virgin Australia to enable Starwood Preferred Guest members to transfer their points from Starwood to Velocity. There were signs last year that this might be happening, with […]

Buying Velocity Points

Guide to buying Starwood Preferred Guest points: one of the only ways to buy Velocity points, Asia Miles or KrisFlyer miles

You’ve got two more days to buy SPG points, which can be transferred to a large number of frequent flyer programs. Plus, the limit has been raised by 10,000 points for this promotion.