Return flights to Bali for under $500 in Virgin Australia sale - plus more travel deals on offer right now

By Kristine Tarbert |

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If you've been wanting to do a trip overseas but have been putting it off due to the cost of airfares, now could be the perfect opportunity to book.

Virgin Australia has launched a two-day sale knocking up to 30 per cent off the cost of international return flights to destinations including Bali, Fiji, Samoa, Vanuatu and Queenstown.

Economy Lite sale fares are on offer from just $449 return, but you'll need to be quick as the sale only lasts until Wednesday.

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Flights to Bali are on sale with Virgin Australia. (Getty)

The 'Pack your Passport' sale fares are available to book here from now until midnight AEST Wednesday 16 April 2025.

Offers are available on select flights for travel between 30 April 2025 and 12 March 2026, unless sold out prior.

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Top international destinations for Aussies these holidays

"Whether Aussies are craving a relaxing beach escape or an action-packed adventure, now is the time to lock it in. With fares from just $449 return, these are some of our best international offers yet," Virgin Australia Executive, Libby Minogue, said.

Some of the best return international flight highlights include:

  • Brisbane <> Port Vila (Vanuatu) from $449
  • Sydney <> Queenstown from $489
  • Melbourne <> Denpasar (Bali) from $489
  • Brisbane <> Nadi (Fiji) from $589
  • Sydney <> Denpasar (Bali) from $599
  • Brisbane <> Apia (Samoa) from $639
Sydney, Australia - October 8, 2013: Virgin Australia Airlines Boeing 777-300 large commercial airliner aircraft taking off from Sydney Airport.
Virgin Australia's latest sale covers popular overseas destinations. (Getty)

More travel deals on offer right now

Qantas drops $99 flights to Queensland

Qantas has today launched a 72-hour Queensland sale, in partnership with Tourism & Events Queensland (TEQ) to support the tourism industry following ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred.

Economy fares start from $99 one way from Sydney to Gold Coast and Brisbane to Prosperine (Whitsunday Coast), with more than 30 other routes on offer.

Last-minute Easter deals from Luxury Escapes

Whether you're dreaming of a beachside retreat, an off-the-beaten-track adventure, or a few days of pure resort relaxation, Luxury Escapes has a range of last-minute deals ready to go:

  • City staycation at the ultra-luxe Capella Sydney - from $4200 per room for 5 nights
  • Boutique tropical escape at Silky Oaks Lodge in the Daintree Rainforest - from $11,925 per room for 5 nights
  • Rustic outback experience at Saltbush Retreat in historic Longreach - from $929 per cabin for 5 nights
  • Beachside bliss at Oaks Cable Beach Resort - from $1642 per studio for 5 nights

$7,000 off a luxury cruise

Silversea is currently offering savings of up to $7000, plus a $500 shipboard credit per suite on most voyages for a limited time.

Guests must reserve a suite by May 31, 2025, with only a 15 per cent deposit required to secure the deal, which is available on most Silversea voyages departing through 2027.

Travellers eager to take advantage of Silversea's offer should contact their travel agent, call Silversea's reservation team at 1300 306 872, or visit https://www.silversea.com/ for further information.

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AAT Kings money-off deals

Untamed Kimberley Depart: 27 May 2025 - was $9140pp, now $7783pp (save $1357)

Journey into the wild heart of Western Australia on this 11-day adventure through the Kimberley. Discover dramatic gorges, ancient rock art, and stunning waterfalls while connecting with the rich culture of this untamed land.

Northern Territory Explorer Depart: 25 Jun 2025 - was $6775pp, now $5536pp (save $1239)

Get to see the magic of the Top End and Red Centre on this comprehensive 11-day tour. From Darwin to Alice Springs, experience landmarks like Kakadu, Katherine Gorge, and Uluru alongside insight into Aboriginal culture and Australia's outback culture.

Pre-dawn at Uluru, in the heart of Australia's Outback.
Tours to the NT are on sale right now. (Getty)

Viking sale on ocean, river and expedition cruises

Viking Cruises has launched its new Discover More for Less Sale, providing Australian and New Zealand travellers with new booking incentives across Viking's extensive range of 2025, 2026 and 2027 river, ocean and expedition voyages.

From now through June 30, 2025, Viking is offering savings of up to 30 per cent on select river and ocean voyages, as well as savings of up to $2400 per couple on expedition voyages.

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