The move means Virgin Atlantic becomes SkyTeam's first and only UK member airline, enhancing the alliance's transatlantic network and services to and from Heathrow and Manchester airports. DELTA NEWS ON THE GO. Subscribe and follow.
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Codeshare services that are marketed by Virgin Atlantic and operated by Delta Air lines also earn points. The points will be credited as per the operating carrier. Points may only be earned on flights operated by Delta. Points earned retrospectively can only be claimed for up to 6 months after the date of travel.
Virgin Atlantic joined global airline alliance SkyTeam on 02 March 2023. It is SkyTeam's first and only UK member airline, opening up a global network of airlines for customers to earn and redeem points. The airline's Flying Club members can now utilise a raft of new benefits through SkyPriority services.
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.
Yes.You can book flights on other airlines with your Virgin Atlantic Flying Club points. The number of points required to book a flight varies based on which airline you're redeeming with, where and when you want to fly and the class of flight you select.