An off-peak economy class ticket between the East Coast and Italy costs just 24,000 Virgin points round-trip. Meanwhile, a flight from the West Coast will cost 30,000 miles round-trip. Peak flights are still reasonable at 44,000 and 50,000 points, respectively.

In 2026, the cost to fly to Italy using points varies by airline and season. For a standard Economy round-trip from the U.S., you can expect to pay between 50,000 and 70,000 points. For example, booking through the Virgin Atlantic portal for Delta-operated flights often costs around 60,000 miles. If you are looking for Business Class (lie-flat seats), the price jumps significantly, usually ranging from 100,000 to 180,000 points round-trip. Some "sweet spots" still exist, such as using 88,000 ANA miles for a round-trip Business Class ticket on Star Alliance partners like United or Lufthansa, though these require booking nearly a year in advance. Because many airlines have moved to "dynamic pricing," these costs can spike during the peak summer months (June–August), making it essential to use tools like Point.me to find the best value.