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Media Centre – Virgin Australia Group and United Airlines announce a new partnership
Information for Velocity Frequent Flyer members about the Virgin Australia Group and United Airlines new partnership
Date of publish: 18 May 2022
Virgin Australia Group and United Airlines are excited to announce a new partnership which will see more destinations for customers, benefits for Velocity Frequent Flyer members as well as access to many more one-stop connections to cities across the United States, Mexico, the Caribbean and South America.
The partnership, commencing in 24 May 2022, will include loyalty benefits and offer members Points and Status Credit earn, redemption and tier benefits when travelling on United services worldwide.
Velocity Gold and Platinum members departing on a same day United Airlines operated service in Economy or Premium Economy Class from either Melbourne or Sydney will have access to the Singapore Airlines lounges, whereas travellers in Business Class will have lounge access based on United Airlines’ own policy.