Virgin Charged $1500 for Baby’s Flight from Melbourne to Sydney

A recent incident involving Virgin Australia has sparked outrage among travelers. A mother flying from Melbourne to Sydney faced an unexpected charge for her newborn’s flight.

Expensive Newborn Ticket from Melbourne to Sydney

The mother, who had booked tickets in advance for herself and her two-year-old, found an issue upon arriving at the airport. After giving birth, she discovered her newborn did not have a ticket. Virgin’s customer service informed her that purchasing an additional one-way ticket for the infant would cost $1,500. After negotiations, the fee was reduced to $1,000.

Virgin Australia’s Infant Policy

This situation highlights contradictions in Virgin Australia’s own policies. Typically, infants under two years are allowed to fly for free on domestic flights if they do not occupy a separate seat.

• Original fee for newborn ticket: $1,500
• Negotiated fee: $1,000
• Infants can fly for free if not occupying their own seat

Fortunately, the situation resolved as a compassionate flight attendant issued a boarding pass for the newborn without charge. Ironically, there was some confusion during boarding, as the crew did not notice the baby in the carrier.

Community Reactions

This incident has generated mixed responses among community members. Many expressed disbelief that a mother would face such a hefty charge for her infant, questioning the fairness of airline policies.

Travelers are encouraged to be aware of airline policies regarding infant fares. Virgin Australia’s case serves as a reminder to confirm travel details well before departure. For more tips on navigating travel challenges, visit Filmogaz.com.