Virgin Atlantic Flying Club Points Required for London to Detroit Flights

Planning to fly from London to Detroit using Virgin Atlantic Flying Club points? This comprehensive guide shows you exactly how many Virgin points you need for all cabin classes. Whether you're looking to book Economy, Premium Economy, or Upper Class, we've got the complete breakdown of off-peak and peak points pricing to help you plan your award travel.

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Economy

25,000 points
Off-peak one-way (lowest rate)

Premium Economy

45,000 points
Off-peak one-way (lowest rate)

Upper Class

95,000 points
Off-peak one-way (lowest rate)

Complete Virgin Points Pricing Table for London to Detroit

Current 2025 Virgin Atlantic Flying Club points requirements - One-way prices to Detroit (DTW)

Note: Virgin uses dynamic pricing - these are the lowest observed rates. Actual prices may be higher depending on availability and demand.

Cabin Class Off-Peak Points Peak Points
Economy
Economy Delight/Light
25,000 45,000
Premium Economy
Premium
45,000 65,000
Upper Class
Business Class
95,000 115,000

Note: Prices shown are one-way. Double these amounts for return flights. Taxes and carrier charges apply in addition to points.

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Off-Peak vs Peak Dates for Flights to Detroit

Off-Peak Dates
Generally January to mid-March, mid-April to May, September to November
Peak Dates
School holidays, Christmas, Easter, summer months (June-August)

Best Strategies for Booking to Detroit with Virgin Points

Book 355 Days in Advance
Virgin Atlantic releases reward seats up to 355 days before departure
Try Off-Peak Travel
Save significant points by traveling during off-peak periods
Flexible Dates
Check multiple departure dates for better availability

Frequently Asked Questions - Flying to Detroit with Virgin Points

How many Virgin points do I need for a return flight to Detroit?

For Economy class, you'll need 50,000 points off-peak or 90,000 points peak, plus taxes and carrier charges. For Upper Class, you'll need 190,000 points off-peak or 230,000 points peak.

Can I earn Virgin points on this route to Detroit?

Yes! You can earn Virgin Atlantic Flying Club points when you fly London to Detroit on Virgin Atlantic or partner airlines like Delta. The number of points earned depends on your ticket type and Flying Club tier status.

When is the best time to book award flights to Detroit?

Book exactly 355 days in advance when Virgin Atlantic releases new award inventory. For Detroit, off-peak dates typically offer the best value and availability. Check multiple dates around your preferred travel period.

Are there any additional fees for booking online?

Virgin Atlantic doesn't charge booking fees for online redemptions, but you will need to pay taxes, fees, and carrier charges in addition to your points. These charges vary by route and cabin class.

Flying with British Airways?

Check out our British Airways Avios guides to see how many Avios points you need for flights to Detroit and compare with Virgin points pricing.