Can you use Virgin points on international flights?


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.


What can I exchange Virgin points for?

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.


Do Virgin Atlantic points expire?

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.


How do I pay for flights with Virgin points?

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.


How to get into Virgin lounge for free?

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.


Is Virgin owned by Delta?

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.


Is it better to book with Delta or Virgin Atlantic?

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.


Which is better British Airways or Virgin Atlantic?

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.