To explore available upgrades, log into My Booking and browse the seat map. Hover or tap on your preferred seat to view pricing and pay for your upgrade online. If you've got Virgin Points, we've got a Reward Seat with your name on it.

Upgrading to Virgin Atlantic's Business Class (known as Upper Class) can be done through several methods depending on your original ticket and loyalty status. The most common way is using Virgin Points via the Virgin Red or Flying Club app; you can upgrade a "Premium" ticket to Upper Class for a fixed amount of points, provided "G" class award availability exists. Another popular method is the "Your Bid" system, where Virgin Atlantic sends an email inviting you to bid a specific dollar amount for an upgrade; you find out if you were successful about 48 to 72 hours before departure. If you prefer a guaranteed seat, you can pay a "fixed-fee" cash upgrade at any time through "Manage My Booking," though this is often just the price difference between the fares. For those looking for a last-minute deal, always ask the check-in agent or the boarding gate staff about "day-of-departure" upgrades, which are sometimes offered at a significantly reduced rate if seats are still empty. Note that "Economy Light" tickets are usually ineligible for upgrades, so ensure you have at least an "Economy Classic" fare or higher to be eligible.