Virgin Australia has kicked off February with a major win for travellers, unveiling a nationwide sale on its popular Economy X seating—offering upgrades from just $15 per person, per sector. The month-long promotion reinforces the airline’s position as the original leader in extra‑legroom Economy travel, delivering more comfort, more space and more perks without the premium price tag.
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Extra Comfort, More Space and Priority Perks
Launched in 2017, Economy X has long set the benchmark for elevated Economy travel in Australia. The upgrade includes:
- Up to 40% more legroom
- Priority boarding
- Preferred overhead locker space
- A more spacious, comfortable cabin experience
While other airlines are only now introducing similar offerings, Virgin Australia continues to lead with value, innovation and customer‑focused design.
Sale Highlights: Economy X From $15
The “Extra Comfort, Zero Imitation” sale runs until 11.59pm AEST on 3 March 2026, making premium extra‑legroom seating more accessible than ever. One‑way upgrades start from just $15, with dozens of popular domestic routes included.
Examples of $15 upgrade routes (per person, per sector):
- Sydney ↔ Hamilton Island
- Sydney ↔ Melbourne
- Brisbane ↔ Melbourne
- Sydney ↔ Brisbane
- Canberra ↔ Gold Coast
- Brisbane ↔ Cairns
- Sydney ↔ Gold Coast
- Brisbane ↔ Adelaide
- Melbourne ↔ Hobart
Examples of $23 upgrade routes:
- Melbourne ↔ Perth
- Sydney ↔ Perth
- Adelaide ↔ Cairns
- Brisbane ↔ Uluru
- Melbourne ↔ Darwin
- Perth ↔ Broome
- Sydney ↔ Cairns
With such broad coverage, travellers can enjoy extra comfort whether flying short‑haul or crossing the country.
A Legacy of Innovation
A Virgin Australia spokesperson highlighted the airline’s long‑standing commitment to offering more choice and better value:
“Australians want choice, value and a better experience in the air; Economy X has been delivering exactly that for years.”
Virgin Australia has consistently led the market with first‑to‑Australia innovations, including:
- Online check‑in
- Pets in Cabin flights on eligible domestic routes
- Baggage tracking technology
Economy X remains one of the airline’s most popular enhancements, offering premium comfort without the premium price tag.
Year‑Round Value
Even outside the sale period, Economy X upgrades start from $15 domestically and $58 on short‑haul international flights, making it one of the best‑value extra‑legroom products in the region.
Conclusion
Virgin Australia’s Economy X sale delivers exceptional value for travellers seeking more comfort, more space and a smoother journey. With upgrades from just $15 and a long list of included perks, the airline continues to prove why it remains the leader in extra‑legroom Economy travel across Australia.
