Delta and Virgin Atlantic Partnership
Jul 9, 2018, 5:04 am
#707
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Youll have access to the DL Skyclub. When you checkin at MCO mention you're connecting onto a VS ticket at JFK. They'll be able to tag your bags all the way through. No need to exit security at JFK. They should be able to print BP for the VS flights. (It depends what process tgey use to tag your bags all the way) If they can't don't worry. When the VS Clubhouse opens they can check you in there.
Jul 9, 2018, 10:58 am
#708
Join Date: Dec 2013
Location: GLA
Programs: BA Silver
Posts: 43
I think I have got this right but perhaps someone could clarify.
We have a Virgin Upper Class flight booked LAX - LHR. We are going to book a separate Delta flight from SFO - LAX on the same day. I understand that Delta should be able to interline the bags and tag to LHR from SFO.
Do we also have access to the Delta Sky Club at SFO as we have a same day Virgin Upper Class ticket?
We have a Virgin Upper Class flight booked LAX - LHR. We are going to book a separate Delta flight from SFO - LAX on the same day. I understand that Delta should be able to interline the bags and tag to LHR from SFO.
Do we also have access to the Delta Sky Club at SFO as we have a same day Virgin Upper Class ticket?
Jul 9, 2018, 11:26 am
#709
Join Date: Apr 2015
Location: SFO
Programs: DL Charter DM/DM/2MM, IHG Diamond Elite
Posts: 1,925
I think I have got this right but perhaps someone could clarify.
We have a Virgin Upper Class flight booked LAX - LHR. We are going to book a separate Delta flight from SFO - LAX on the same day. I understand that Delta should be able to interline the bags and tag to LHR from SFO.
Do we also have access to the Delta Sky Club at SFO as we have a same day Virgin Upper Class ticket?
We have a Virgin Upper Class flight booked LAX - LHR. We are going to book a separate Delta flight from SFO - LAX on the same day. I understand that Delta should be able to interline the bags and tag to LHR from SFO.
Do we also have access to the Delta Sky Club at SFO as we have a same day Virgin Upper Class ticket?
Last edited by audidudi; Jul 9, 2018 at 11:34 am
Jul 9, 2018, 11:32 am
#710
Join Date: Aug 2005
Location: Brooklyn
Programs: Delta Diamond, Bonvoy something good; sometimes other things too
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The Virgin Clubhouse at SFO is in a separate terminal from Delta domestic flights requiring at the least re-clearing security twice, and I believe currently requiring taking the AirTrain between terminals due to construction at Terminal 1. Up to you but I don't think it's worth the hassle; the SFO Sky Club is already above average. Plus you'd have to confirm the SFO Clubhouse opening hours; I believe it's only open for a few hours a day before the VS departure which may not align with when you'd be in SFO.
You should be able to check the bags through. May want to bookmark this page to show to the check-in agent if they try to say no:
https://pro.delta.com/content/agency...e-policy-.html
You should be able to check the bags through. May want to bookmark this page to show to the check-in agent if they try to say no:
https://pro.delta.com/content/agency...e-policy-.html
Jul 9, 2018, 11:39 am
#711
Join Date: Apr 2015
Location: SFO
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The Virgin Clubhouse at SFO is in a separate terminal from Delta domestic flights requiring at the least re-clearing security twice, and I believe currently requiring taking the AirTrain between terminals due to construction at Terminal 1. Up to you but I don't think it's worth the hassle; the SFO Sky Club is already above average. Plus you'd have to confirm the SFO Clubhouse opening hours; I believe it's only open for a few hours a day before the VS departure which may not align with when you'd be in SFO.
You should be able to check the bags through. May want to bookmark this page to show to the check-in agent if they try to say no:
https://pro.delta.com/content/agency...e-policy-.html
You should be able to check the bags through. May want to bookmark this page to show to the check-in agent if they try to say no:
https://pro.delta.com/content/agency...e-policy-.html
Jul 9, 2018, 11:40 am
#712
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The Virgin Clubhouse at SFO is in a separate terminal from Delta domestic flights requiring at the least re-clearing security twice, and I believe currently requiring taking the AirTrain between terminals due to construction at Terminal 1. Up to you but I don't think it's worth the hassle; the SFO Sky Club is already above average. Plus you'd have to confirm the SFO Clubhouse opening hours; I believe it's only open for a few hours a day before the VS departure which may not align with when you'd be in SFO.
You should be able to check the bags through. May want to bookmark this page to show to the check-in agent if they try to say no:
https://pro.delta.com/content/agency...e-policy-.html
You should be able to check the bags through. May want to bookmark this page to show to the check-in agent if they try to say no:
https://pro.delta.com/content/agency...e-policy-.html
The SFO DL Skyclub is one of the best around. Despite no international flights, nor partner airlines using, it's on par with JFK T4 or ATL F or new SEA SC.
OP, yes will get access. If SFO checkin can't print your VS BP, (it depends how they add the segments for the bag tag as to if they can print the VS BP) show the SC agent your VS reservation for access.
Jul 9, 2018, 11:46 am
#713
Join Date: Aug 2005
Location: Brooklyn
Programs: Delta Diamond, Bonvoy something good; sometimes other things too
Posts: 5,050
Sorry I misread. Lots of other questions in this thread about accessing other VS clubs. Agree with others' question that it may depend on the planned access method.
Jul 9, 2018, 12:32 pm
#714
Join Date: Dec 2013
Location: GLA
Programs: BA Silver
Posts: 43
Many thanks for the info regarding access to the DL lounge. Good to know that we will have access and looking forward to it.
In our instance, it was much cheaper to return from LAX as it was the only date we could travel. The cheap fare bucket had sold out on both flights from SFO on that day. The flight was booked as a cheape ex-ARN fare which may have had something to do with it.
In our instance, it was much cheaper to return from LAX as it was the only date we could travel. The cheap fare bucket had sold out on both flights from SFO on that day. The flight was booked as a cheape ex-ARN fare which may have had something to do with it.
Jul 24, 2018, 11:29 am
#716
Join Date: Aug 2013
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Jul 24, 2018, 11:43 am
#717
Join Date: Jun 2010
Location: Austin, TX
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Jul 24, 2018, 11:46 am
#718
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Jul 24, 2018, 11:48 am
#719
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No access to VS lounge as none of those flights is on VS. VS is not part of Sky Team
Also VS use the North Terminal and BA and Norwegian the South
The only way you'll get in to the BA lounge is if you have BA status or are flying in Club Europe.
Also VS use the North Terminal and BA and Norwegian the South
The only way you'll get in to the BA lounge is if you have BA status or are flying in Club Europe.
Jul 24, 2018, 12:04 pm
#720
Join Date: Jun 2010
Location: Austin, TX
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Sigh. Thank you for the information!