Pet Travel With Virgin Australia
Flying your pet within Australia? Virgin Australia and Jetpets have partnered for many years to provide seamless, welfare-focused interstate pet transport across Australia’s domestic network. Whether you’re relocating, on a Defence posting, holidaying, or visiting loved ones, we’re committed to ensuring your furry family members travel safely and comfortably.
Why Book Virgin Pet Travel with Jetpets Australia?
As an approved pet transport provider with Virgin Australia, Jetpets offers direct booking access and expert knowledge of Virgin’s operational processes at each location. Jetpets manages the entire journey, including:
- Booking domestic flights with Virgin Australia and other airlines
- Veterinary health checks and travel readiness assessments
- Travel documentation guidance
- IATA-compliant travel crate advice and supply
- Door-to-door pet collection and delivery
- Boarding and accommodation coordination if required
- Dedicated pet travel consultants overseeing every step
- Pet Travel Updates along the way
Our team ensures your pet’s journey is smooth, safe and stress-free.
Transit Lounges and In-House Veterinary Care
A key difference with Jetpets is our dedicated Pet Transit Lounges and in-house veterinary team, providing an added layer of welfare and support.
Our services include:
- Pre-travel veterinary assessments and welfare checks
- Professional handling and monitoring at Jetpets facilities
- Climate-controlled lounge areas for pets in transit
- Expert advice on fitness to fly and stress management
This ensures pets are cared for by trained professionals before, during and after their journey.
Pet Travel Crate Regulations When Travelling With Virgin Airlines
Virgin will require that your pet travel in an accredited Pet Travel Crate. Airlines require IATA-compliant crates that allow pets to stand, turn around and lie down comfortably, with proper ventilation and secure fastenings. Jetpets have access to many crate sizes that are airline approved for your pet’s travel.
Pets need to be able to sit, lie down and comfortably turn around in their pet travel crate to be accepted by the airlines. Our team will assist you in selecting the most suitable travel crate. We also have an Pet Travel Crate Calculator & Measurement Tool to help gauge what size travel crate your pet may need.
Pet Boarding and Accommodation
Airlines do not provide pet boarding facilities. If your pet requires accommodation before or after their flight, Jetpets can arrange professional boarding through trusted partners.
Domestic Pet Travel Costs and Quotes
Pet travel pricing depends on several factors, including:
- Pet size and weight
- Crate size
- Flight routing and availability
- Veterinary assessments and services
- Boarding and door-to-door transport
Jetpets provides tailored quotes and manages all logistics for peace of mind.
Pick-Up, Drop-Off and Door-to-Door Services
You can lodge your pet at the selected airline freight terminal or Jetpets can arrange professional collection and delivery using trained handlers and climate-controlled vehicles. Door-to-door services ensure your pet travels safely from your home to their destination in total comfort.
FAQs
Can My Pet Fly in the Cabin With Virgin Airlines?
Virgin are trialling pets in cabins on limited domestic routes with strict size and weight limits. Most pets still travel as live cargo under regulated animal welfare standards.
Is cabin travel safe for pets?
Cabin travel may suit very small, calm pets on short flights. However, cabin environments can be noisy and confined. Professional pet transport is recommended for pets and their owners seeking a welfare-focused journey with 24/7 support.
Do pets need a veterinary check before flying?
It is highly recommended that a veterinary health assessment is obtained to ensure your pet is fit to fly. Jetpets’ in-house veterinarians can assist with travel readiness assessments and advice.
How much does domestic pet transport cost?
Costs vary based on pet size, crate size, route and services required. Jetpets provides personalised quotes and manages all arrangements.
What happens if my pet’s flight is delayed or cancelled?
Jetpets monitors pet flights and coordinates welfare checks, alternative flights, boarding or return to owners or arranges emergency boarding where possible. Our team are available 24/7 for these unexpected circumstances.
Can I travel on the same flight as my pet?
Sometimes. Pet spaces are limited on aircraft, so booking early improves the chance of matching flights.
Talk to Jetpets About Domestic Pet Travel
Whether relocating across Australia or moving for work or lifestyle reasons, Jetpets ensures your pet travels safely, comfortably and their welfare is the number one priority to ensuring happy pets, happy customers and happy People.
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