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Can you use Virgin points on international flights?

Earn and spend Virgin Points when flying with our airline partners to hundreds of places around the world, even if your final destination isn't somewhere we fly to directly.



Yes, Virgin Atlantic Flying Club points are a highly valuable global currency that can be used for international flights across a vast network of partner airlines. In 2026, the most significant partnership remains with Delta Air Lines, allowing members to book Delta flights—including their premium "Delta One" suites—for a fraction of the points often required by Delta's own SkyMiles program. Virgin points are also redeemable for flights on Air France, KLM, Singapore Airlines, ANA, and Qatar Airways, providing coverage to almost every corner of the globe. Because Virgin Atlantic is a member of the SkyTeam alliance, you can also use your points for travel on other member carriers such as Korean Air or Aeromexico. A popular "insider" strategy in 2026 is using Virgin points for long-haul routes from the U.S. to Europe or Asia, which often have lower "Saver" point requirements than many domestic U.S. programs. To maximize value, you should use the "Pay with Points" search tool on the Virgin website, and remember that for some complex multi-segment international itineraries, calling the Virgin Flying Club contact center may reveal additional award space not shown online.

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As a Flying Club member, you can exchange your Virgin Points into IHG® Rewards Priority Club Points. Points are transferred at a rate of 1 for 1, and there is a minimum transfer level of 10,000 points, followed by increments of 5,000 points.

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Unlike Flying Club Miles, Virgin Points will never expire. This means you have as much time as you need to redeem your Virgin Points, which have exactly the same value as miles. So no matter what life throws at you, your points are yours to use now or in the future.

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Log in to your Flying Club account Simply search for Virgin Atlantic flights online making sure to select 'Points Plus Money' under 'Advanced Search”. When you reach the payment page, select how many points you'd like to use.

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In terms of comfort, Virgin all the way. The seats in Virgin long haul are far superior, there is complimentary alcoholic and non alcoholic drinks on board.

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The airline along with Virgin Holidays is controlled by a holding company, Virgin Atlantic Limited, which is 51% owned by the Virgin Group and 49% by Delta Air Lines.

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In the competition of British Airways versus Virgin Atlantic, Virgin Atlantic edges out a win. The two airlines implement similar policies and in-flight offerings. However, Virgin Atlantic charges fewer fees, offers a slightly better in-flight experience and has a more-valuable points currency.

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Passengers with the following loyalty status
  1. Flying Club Gold Card members + a guest traveling with Virgin Atlantic or Delta.
  2. SkyTeam Elite Plus members travelling on Virgin Atlantic or Delta + a guest traveling on an international flight operated by a SkyTeam carrier.


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