How many Virgin Points to fly Kenya Airways?
The complete Flying Club partner award chart for Kenya Airways. A SkyTeam member.
Verified June 2026
About this partner
Kenya Airways is East Africa's largest airline and a SkyTeam member, with an extensive network across Africa from its Nairobi hub. It offers Virgin Points users one of the best ways to reach African destinations.
Sweet spots
Nairobi to regional Africa 7,000 pts (Economy) — Affordable flights across East Africa including Dar es Salaam, Entebbe, and Kigali
London to Nairobi 85,000 pts (Business) — Kenya Airways' 787 Dreamliner business class to East Africa
Nairobi to Mombasa 5,500 pts (Economy) — Kenya's domestic route to the coast for just 5,500 points
Kenya Airways Award Chart (Distance-Based)
One-way prices in Virgin Points
| Distance | Economy | Business |
|---|---|---|
| 0-500 mi | 5,500 | 14,500 |
| 501-1,000 mi | 7,000 | 15,500 |
| 1,001-1,500 mi | 10,000 | 21,500 |
| 1,501-2,250 mi | 11,500 | 35,000 |
| 2,251-3,000 mi | 15,500 | 40,000 |
| 3,001-4,000 mi | 20,500 | 60,000 |
| 4,001-5,000 mi | 25,500 | 75,000 |
| 5,001-6,000 mi | 31,000 | 85,000 |
| 6,001-7,000 mi | 37,000 | 100,000 |
| 7,001+ mi | 50,000 | 140,000 |
Note: Prices shown are one-way in Virgin Points. Taxes, fees, and carrier surcharges apply in addition.
Booking tips · Kenya Airways
Book by calling Virgin Atlantic's Flying Club service centre. Kenya Airways can offer good partner award availability, particularly on African regional routes.
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FAQ — Kenya Airways with Virgin Points
Can I book Kenya Airways to go on safari using Virgin Points?
Yes, Kenya Airways is an excellent option for reaching Nairobi and then connecting to safari destinations across East Africa. You can fly London to Nairobi and then use domestic or regional flights to reach popular wildlife areas.
What is Kenya Airways' business class like?
Kenya Airways offers fully flat business class seats on their Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft used on long-haul routes. The product is comfortable with good food service, though not as cutting-edge as some competitors.
Can I reach other African countries through Kenya Airways with Virgin Points?
Yes, Kenya Airways has an extensive African network from Nairobi covering over 40 destinations across the continent, including popular cities like Cape Town, Lagos, Accra, and Johannesburg.
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