You do not earn redeemable Virgin Points when you fly on a reward ticket. You only earn tier points.
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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.
*Most, but not all paid tickets earn miles. Ticket price eligible to earn miles includes base fare and carrier-imposed surcharges, but excludes government-imposed taxes and fees. **Terms apply. All SkyMiles Program rules apply.
While Delta is among the best airlines in the United States, Virgin Atlantic has a stronger global reputation. In its 2019 World Airline Awards, Skytrax recognised Virgin Atlantic with the World's Best Premium Economy Class and World's Best Premium Class Seat awards.
If not for the wider seats, you should definitely upgrade to Virgin's Premium economy for a superior meal. Back in economy, you may receive a packaged meal with much fewer options, but I was quite impressed with the meal service I had.
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.