Virgin Australia has unleashed a game changer for Aussie travellers, officially launching the nation’s first Pets in Cabin flights.

From Wednesday, passengers can book tickets for their furry companions on select routes between Melbourne, the Gold Coast, and the Sunshine Coast, with the inaugural flight set to take off from Melbourne Airport on Thursday, October 16, 2025.

The service, which allows small cats and dogs on-board for an introductory $149 per flight, will run as a trial until January 30, 2026, before being rolled out across Virgin Australia’s domestic network next year.

However, the offer isn’t without its restrictions. Only small cats and dogs weighing under 8kg (including their carrier) will be allowed in the cabin, with a maximum of four pets permitted per flight.

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