Longing for somewhere elsewhere – perhaps diving into the deep blue in Grecian waters or straying in those vagabond shoes in the Big Apple? Great news, there are some sweet deals on international (and domestic) flights floating around the way, just as the idea of a summer getaway springs full bloom.
To get the spinner wheels of your next trip in motion, read on for the best flight, hotel and experience sales on now in 2025 from the likes of Virgin Australia, Flight Centre and Hawaiian Airlines.
“Australians want travel experiences that reflect who they are and what they love, whether that’s a solo journey, a family getaway, or a short city escape. With Aussies feeling the pressure of the cost of living rising, we want to make it easier for people to explore new destinations and enjoy experiences they’re passionate about,” says Daniel Thompson, Head of Marketing at Click Frenzy.
Here’s to jetsetting to London, Nice, New York and beyond for less.
Best international flight sales
Flight Centre
Flight Centre is slinging discounts to New Zealand, Asia, the South Pacific, Europe, USA, Canada and more – as well as discounts on flights around Australia. Fly from Melbourne to Paris economy return from $1219 with China Eastern or Sydney to Bali from $429 return with Virgin Australia. Their flight deals are updated regularly, so you can be sure you’re getting the very latest offerings available for your next trip.
Virgin Australia
Virgin Australia has a bounty of international flight offerings in their Welcome abroad specials available at the moment, including Brisbane to Denpasar (Bali) economy return from $699, or Melbourne to Queenstown economy return from $569.
Hawaiian Airlines
Fly from Sydney to Kona roundtrip for $1333, Sydney to Honolulu for $1324 and Sydney to Lihue for $1333, plus a selection of deals from Sydney to the Continental U.S. with Hawaiian Airlines
Singapore Airlines
Singapore Airlines is offering deals to Asia, Europe and beyond. At the moment,you can fly to Darwin to Ho Chi Minh City from $893, or Melbourne to Phuket from $1131.
Best domestic flight sales
Flight Centre
Fly Sydney to Gold Coast from $76 or Launceston to Sydney for $93 when you book with Flight Centre during its sale that’s seeing savings on domestic flights as well as international.
Virgin Australia
If you’re fiending for a trip around the motherland, Virgin Australia is currently offering a variety of domestic deals.
- Sydney to Ballina Byron economy one-way from $65
- Sydney to Melbourne economy one-way from $148
- Sydney to Gold Coast economy one-way from $95
- Sydney to Sunshine Coast economy one-way from $91
Click here for the full list of of deals in the sale, including flights from Adelaide, Gold Coast, Hobart and more.
When it comes to booking a flight on sale, timing is everything. Domestic flights are often cheapest 1–3 months ahead, while international flights can be cheapest 2–6 months out. It’s also best to fly mid-week, Tuesdays, Wednesdays often have lower flares. For your best chance at a lower fare, avoid school holidays, public holidays, and major events if you can.
Booking flights on Sundays can lead to savings of up to 20% compared to other days of the week, according to Expedia’s 2025 Air Hacks Report.
