As of 2026, the two primary "Virgin" branded airlines operate out of distinct global hubs. Virgin Atlantic is headquartered at London Heathrow (LHR), which serves as its massive international gateway to North America, India, and the newly launched 2026 winter service to Phuket, Thailand. They also operate significant seasonal and year-round routes from Manchester (MAN) and occasionally Edinburgh (EDI), primarily focusing on Caribbean and US leisure destinations like Orlando and Barbados. On the other side of the world, Virgin Australia operates a vast domestic and short-haul international network with its largest hubs at Brisbane (BNE), Sydney (SYD), and Melbourne (MEL). They also maintain a strong presence in Perth, Adelaide, and the Gold Coast. Through a major 2026 strategic partnership with Qatar Airways, Virgin Australia passengers now enjoy expanded connectivity to the Middle East and Europe, while Virgin Atlantic remains a key member of the SkyTeam alliance, often co-locating with Delta Air Lines at major US hubs like New York JFK and Atlanta.