Virgin Atlantic Flying Club
Virgin Atlantic • SkyTeam Partner
Earning Rate
1 point per £1 spent
Award Structure
Fixed award chart
Transfer Partners
Amex MR, Chase UR
Award Sweet Spots
Upper Class to US from 90,000 points
Economy to US from 30,000 points
Premium Economy sweet spots
Recent Program Changes
Points currency rebrand from miles
New transfer partner bonuses
Improved award availability
Popular Award Routes
Current pricing for popular destinations (subject to availability and peak/off-peak periods)
| Route | Economy | Business | First | Search |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| London → New York | 30,000 | 90,000 | N/A | Search |
| London → Los Angeles | 40,000 | 95,000 | N/A | Search |
| Manchester → New York | 30,000 | 90,000 | N/A | Search |
| London → Delhi | 40,000 | 75,000 | N/A | Search |
| London → Hong Kong | 50,000 | 100,000 | N/A | Search |
| London → Cape Town | 50,000 | 100,000 | N/A | Search |
Maximizing Your Virgin Points
Earning Strategies
Fly Virgin Atlantic
Earn Virgin Points on all Virgin Atlantic flights. Upper Class earns premium rates.
Pro Tip: Virgin Atlantic credit card companion vouchers are valuable for premium cabins
Transfer Partners
Multiple transfer partners including Amex (1:1), Chase (1:1), and hotel programs.
Pro Tip: Virgin often has the best transfer bonuses - up to 30% from Amex
Delta Partnership
Earn on Delta flights and redeem for Delta awards at competitive rates.
Pro Tip: Delta One Suites can be great value when booked with Virgin Points
Virgin Group Partners
Earn with Virgin Hotels, Virgin Voyages, and other Virgin companies.
Pro Tip: Virgin Red app offers additional earning opportunities
Redemption Tips
Delta One Suites
Book Delta One Suites for just 50,000 Virgin Points one-way to Europe - exceptional value.
No Fuel Surcharges on Delta
Virgin doesn't pass on fuel surcharges for Delta flights, making them excellent redemptions.
ANA First Class
Book ANA First Class for 110,000 points round-trip - one of the best uses of Virgin Points.
Companion Vouchers
Use credit card companion vouchers for premium cabin redemptions to double your value.
Need More Points?
Earn bonus points with these credit card offers
Can't find availability at your current points balance? These credit cards offer generous welcome bonuses to help you book your dream flight.
The Business Platinum Card® from American Express
Business Card | Annual Fee: $895
200,000 Membership Rewards® points
after $20,000 in purchases in the first 3 months
Key Benefits:
- 5x points on flights & hotels via Amex Travel
- 1.5x points on purchases over $5,000
- Airport lounge access
American Express® Business Gold Card
Business Card | Annual Fee: $375
100,000 Membership Rewards® points
after $15,000 in purchases in the first 3 months
Key Benefits:
- 4x points on top 2 spending categories (up to $150K/yr)
- Up to $240 in annual statement credits
Chase Ink Business Preferred®
Business Card | Annual Fee: $95
100,000 Ultimate Rewards points
after $8,000 in purchases in the first 3 months
Key Benefits:
- 3x points on travel & shipping
- 3x points on advertising
- 3x points on internet/cable/phone
The Platinum Card from American Express
Personal Card | Annual Fee: $695
80,000 points
after $8,000 in 6 months
Key Benefits:
- $200 airline fee credit
- $200 hotel credit (FHR/THC)
- $200 Uber credit
Capital One Venture Rewards
Personal Card | Annual Fee: $95
75,000 miles
after $4,000 in 3 months
Key Benefits:
- Global Entry/TSA PreCheck credit
- No foreign transaction fees
Capital One Venture X Rewards
Personal Card | Annual Fee: $395
75,000 miles
after $4,000 in 3 months
Key Benefits:
- $300 annual travel credit (Capital One Travel)
- 10,000 bonus miles annually
- Capital One Lounge access
* Credit card approval subject to eligibility. Terms and conditions apply. American Express cards shown are available to US residents only.
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