Virgin Atlantic Award Cancellation Fees

Currency: Virgin Points

Virgin Atlantic charges a flat $100/£50 cancellation fee for all routes. Gold Flying Club members enjoy free cancellations, but Silver members pay the standard fee.

Cancellation Fee Structure

Route	Timing	Fee	Elite Benefits	Notes
All routes	-	$100/£50	Gold: Free	Points redeposited, taxes refunded minus fee
All routes	-	No refund	Gold: $100/£50 fee applies	Points and taxes forfeited

Partner Award Cancellations

When booking Virgin Atlantic through partners:

Delta SkyMiles: $150 redeposit fee for non-elites

Air France/KLM Flying Blue: Flying Blue rules apply (€50-€150)

Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer: $75 USD fee

Important Notes

Changes allowed with the same fee structure as cancellations
Route changes are treated as a cancellation plus new booking
Companion reward tickets have separate cancellation rules
Revenue tickets booked with points follow cash ticket rules
24-hour free cancellation applies if booked more than 7 days before departure
Upper Class confirmation upgrades may have different policies

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Virgin's cancellation fee really the same for all flights?

Yes, Virgin Atlantic charges the same $100/£50 fee whether you're flying to New York or Tokyo, making it one of the simplest policies.

Can I change my Virgin Atlantic award to a different route?

Route changes are treated as a cancellation of the original booking plus a new booking. You'll pay the cancellation fee plus any difference in points.

What about companion tickets?

Companion reward tickets have their own rules and may not be refundable. The fee structure can differ from regular award bookings.

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