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Etihad Airways ends codeshare and frequent flyer partnership with Virgin Australia

Effective 1 June 2025, Etihad Airways will conclude its unilateral codeshare and bilateral frequent flyer partnership with Virgin Australia. The decision reflects a divergence in the strategic direction of the respective airlines.

As a result, when the termination takes effect passengers will no longer be able to book Virgin Australia-operated flights through Etihad’s booking channels. For Etihad customers with existing bookings that include a Virgin Australia-operated segment, there will be no changes to their itineraries. Members will not earn Guest Miles on Virgin Australia-operated flights from 01 June, 2025 onwards.

Etihad Airways remains dedicated to serving Australia, as it has since 2007. For Summer 2025, the airline will increase its flights to Sydney and Melbourne, offering Australian guests an exceptional flying experience, loyalty benefits, and connections to its expanding global network.

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Etihad Airways ends codeshare and frequent flyer partnership with Virgin Australia

Effective 1 June 2025, Etihad Airways will conclude its unilateral codeshare and bilateral frequent flyer partnership with Virgin Australia. The decision reflects a divergence in the strategic direction of the respective airlines.

As a result, when the termination takes effect passengers will no longer be able to book Virgin Australia-operated flights through Etihad’s booking channels. For Etihad customers with existing bookings that include a Virgin Australia-operated segment, there will be no changes to their itineraries. Members will not earn Guest Miles on Virgin Australia-operated flights from 01 June, 2025 onwards.

Etihad Airways remains dedicated to serving Australia, as it has since 2007. For Summer 2025, the airline will increase its flights to Sydney and Melbourne, offering Australian guests an exceptional flying experience, loyalty benefits, and connections to its expanding global network.

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