Virgin Australia has unveiled a Disney and Pixar’s Toy Story 5 themed aircraft, its first co-branded livery in almost a decade, ahead of the highly anticipated movie launching in cinemas on 18 June 2026.
The design features the film’s iconic and much-loved characters, including Woody, Jessie and Buzz Lightyear, transforming the aircraft into a flying celebration of one of the world’s most recognisable film franchises. It also marks the start of something magical, as Virgin Australia looks to bring wonderful to flying and create memorable, family-friendly moments throughout the travel experience.
It’s been more than 30 years since audiences first met Woody and Buzz Lightyear, and the custom-designed Boeing 737-800 aircraft reimagines the signature livery in a nostalgic tribute to a story that has grown up with generations of fans, now taking flight across the Virgin Australia domestic network.
Virgin Australia chief marketing and customer operations officer, Libby Minogue, said the partnership brings one of the world’s most iconic movie franchises to life across the airline’s entire customer journey.
“Toy Story has always been about more than just characters, it’s the nostalgia and joy it holds for so many people,” Minogue said. “Through our partnership with The Walt Disney Company Australia, we’re bringing the magic into the travel experience, creating moments of surprise and delight for our guests in a way that is distinctly Virgin Australia.
“We are always looking for new ways to bring wonderful to flying and this partnership with Disney is the start of something magical and allows us to reimagine the travel experience in new and engaging ways, while delivering greater value for our Velocity Frequent Flyer members.”
The themed aircraft, which is expected to be seen by hundreds of thousands of Australians and visitors travelling from overseas, over the coming months, is part of a broader integrated campaign bringing Disney and Pixar’s Toy Story 5 to life across the entire Virgin Australia journey, including through airports, Virgin Australia lounges and onboard flights.
“We’re thrilled to see Disney and Pixar’s Toy Story 5 take flight with Virgin Australia in this special celebration of the film,” The Walt Disney Company Australia and New Zealand senior vice president and managing director, Kylie Watson-Wheeler, said. “Our iconic Toy Story characters and story have a special place in the hearts of generations. We can’t wait to see all the magical ways this collaboration brings joy to Virgin Australia customers.”
Toy Story 5 experiences
Onboard
From 1 June 2026, Virgin Australia travellers can enjoy Toy Story 5-themed surprise giveaways, including complimentary Toy Story themed colouring packs for children, access to the Toy Story series, alongside more than 60 Disney movie classics through Virgin Australia’s complimentary inflight entertainment.
A new inflight Toy Story 5 game will be available on all Virgin Australia domestic flights from 15 June to 19 July 2026. By participating, guests will have the opportunity to enter a competition to win a Pixar-themed experience in Tokyo for them and up to three friends or family members, subject to applicable terms and conditions.
On the ground
Virgin Australia is introducing Toy Tickets, an Australian airline-first, allowing children to request a personalised boarding pass at check-in for their favourite teddy or cuddly travel companion. The new guest initiative was born from the reunion of a young traveller and his toy teddy, initially lost on a Virgin Australia flight.
Toy Story 5 experiences will roll out across select airport terminals and Virgin Australia Lounges, while Velocity Frequent Flyer Platinum Plus members will be among the first to experience the new exciting initiatives, with special Toy Story 5 screenings in key locations across Australia.
