FlyerTalk Forums - Virgin Atlantic Airways | Flying Club https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/ en Fri, 29 May 2026 19:37:46 GMT vBulletin 5 https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/images/misc/rss.jpg FlyerTalk Forums - Virgin Atlantic Airways | Flying Club https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/ Tesco Clubcard to Virgin Bonus https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/virgin-atlantic-airways-flying-club/2218569-tesco-clubcard-virgin-bonus.html Thu, 28 May 2026 15:32:31 GMT Currently there is a 30% Bonus running Currently there is a 30% Bonus running ]]> Virgin Atlantic Airways | Flying Club ExpatSomchai https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/virgin-atlantic-airways-flying-club/2218569-tesco-clubcard-virgin-bonus.html VS Starlink Rollout https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/virgin-atlantic-airways-flying-club/2218414-vs-starlink-rollout.html Mon, 25 May 2026 15:09:54 GMT Is there anywhere that one can find updated information on the Starlink rollout? A recent post on the BA forum mentioned that G-VELJ G-VTEA G-VLUX have all been fitted (all A350s). Is there anywhere that one can find updated information on the Starlink rollout?

A recent post on the BA forum mentioned that

G-VELJ
G-VTEA
G-VLUX

have all been fitted (all A350s).

Is this accurate? Have any more been done? And when are the A339s starting? ]]> Virgin Atlantic Airways | Flying Club BahrainLad https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/virgin-atlantic-airways-flying-club/2218414-vs-starlink-rollout.html Sanity Check - LHR T3 to T2 Unprotected Connection(3h 50m) VS to SAS w/ 4 Checked Bag https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/virgin-atlantic-airways-flying-club/2218369-sanity-check-lhr-t3-t2-unprotected-connection-3h-50m-vs-sas-w-4-checked-bag.html Sun, 24 May 2026 14:23:55 GMT Hey everyone, I know LHR connection times are discussed to death, but I’ve searched and haven't quite found a thread matching my exact logistical puzzle. I’m hoping to get some thoughts from the LHR veterans here.

I found an unbelievable SkyMiles redemption on Virgin Atlantic for the family, so we are flying (JFK to LHR), landing at T3 at 6:45 AM. The catch is we are connecting to OSL on SAS out of T2 at 10:35 AM on a separate ticket. That gives us exactly 3 hours and 50 minutes, assuming we land on time 🤞. Because this is an unprotected connection and it's four of us hauling four checked bags, we have to go landside. To mitigate the risk, I went ahead and booked a concierge (help us through the airport efficiently) and FastTrack to help us hustle through UK immigration, grab the bags, navigate the tunnels over to T2, and re-check our luggage at the SAS desk.

I really hope this connection works, which is why I'm throwing it out to you all. Does ~3 hours and 50 minutes feel like a comfortable buffer given the T3 to T2 landside shuffle and the hired concierge help? Are there any specific bottlenecks or walking-distance realities at that time of morning (around 7:30 AM) that I should mentally prepare the family for?

Appreciate any advice, tips, or reality checks!
]]> Virgin Atlantic Airways | Flying Club robk5787 https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/virgin-atlantic-airways-flying-club/2218369-sanity-check-lhr-t3-t2-unprotected-connection-3h-50m-vs-sas-w-4-checked-bag.html Purchasing a VS ticket on Expedia or Travelocity https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/virgin-atlantic-airways-flying-club/2218298-purchasing-vs-ticket-expedia-travelocity.html Fri, 22 May 2026 16:36:11 GMT I am seeing some decent J fares traveling IAD-VS-LHR-EK-DXB, but I can't seem to price them out on VS's website, only on Expedia or Travelocity, which makes me very nervous in the case of irrops (which of course is somewhat more likely given the situation in the Middle East). Is it likely that VS could price this if I call them directly? Would I be able to deal with VS directly in the case of irrops? How have people's experiences with Expedia and Travelocity been in irrop situations?

(The last time I did something like this was about 8 years ago on BA, and BA allowed me to rebook directly with them only because of my GLD status at the time.) ]]> Virgin Atlantic Airways | Flying Club Blumie https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/virgin-atlantic-airways-flying-club/2218298-purchasing-vs-ticket-expedia-travelocity.html Luggage allowance for VS Gold on Light or Standard fare https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/virgin-atlantic-airways-flying-club/2218075-luggage-allowance-vs-gold-light-standard-fare.html Sun, 17 May 2026 17:09:20 GMT I'm gold tier. For intra-Europe flights, can I book the "Light" or "Standard" fare on AF / KLM and hope to get the baggage allowance that is given to VS Gold.? ]]> Virgin Atlantic Airways | Flying Club wildtrail https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/virgin-atlantic-airways-flying-club/2218075-luggage-allowance-vs-gold-light-standard-fare.html <![CDATA[Anyone know Virgin's rerouting policy for DXB flights?]]> https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/virgin-atlantic-airways-flying-club/2218012-anyone-know-virgin-s-rerouting-policy-dxb-flights.html Sat, 16 May 2026 13:19:54 GMT VS have cancelled a trip to DXB I had booked for early next year. They sent out an unusual message ahead of cancelling it saying options would be available in Manage Bookings later on. They then sent a further update as below: ---Quote---... VS have cancelled a trip to DXB I had booked for early next year. They sent out an unusual message ahead of cancelling it saying options would be available in Manage Bookings later on. They then sent a further update as below:

Since our last communication on Wednesday 6 May, we’ve been working with a number of airline partners to explore alternative travel options for you. However, due to reduced flying programmes in the region and the wider impact on airline operations, availability remains extremely limited at this time. We are continuing to work closely with airlines to secure additional rebooking options for our customers.

If you would like to be rebooked and you booked directly with Virgin Atlantic, please contact our Customer Centre from Wednesday 13 May, when we expect to have options available for you. Our teams will be ready to support you with the best available alternatives. You can find all the ways to get in touch here.
I can't even access the booking online and evidently I need to call them to do anything. I'm in no rush, but I would prefer to know what their policy is before calling up rather than play a game of 'ask and see'.

Does anyone know their policy or can confirm what VS have offered for canx on this route? ]]> Virgin Atlantic Airways | Flying Club Ldnn1 https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/virgin-atlantic-airways-flying-club/2218012-anyone-know-virgin-s-rerouting-policy-dxb-flights.html Claiming fare difference back due to bereavement - what proof do VS require? https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/virgin-atlantic-airways-flying-club/2217919-claiming-fare-difference-back-due-bereavement-what-proof-do-vs-require.html Thu, 14 May 2026 14:14:50 GMT I am trapped in a circular dance between Expedia and VS.

Ticket booked with Expedia, VS metal.

I had to move my return back, as my partner's mum passed away unexpectedly. Expedia charged me £1025 but said that might be reimbursed on providing proof of circumstances. Both they and VS confirmed the process involves me sending Expedia the proof, which they then pass to VS for consideration.

I duly filled in an extenuating circumstsnces form, sent that and the death certificate to Expedia.
They won't forward the request to Virgin, saying I need to provide more proof.

I ask them what they need - "we don't know, ask Virgin" was the helpful email reply.

I contacted Virgin - "ask Expedia."

Having been back and forth, neither will budge from that position.

Any suggestions how to resolve?

Thank you in advance. ]]> Virgin Atlantic Airways | Flying Club rpjepson https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/virgin-atlantic-airways-flying-club/2217919-claiming-fare-difference-back-due-bereavement-what-proof-do-vs-require.html Virgin website down? https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/virgin-atlantic-airways-flying-club/2217852-virgin-website-down.html Wed, 13 May 2026 07:10:49 GMT Is it just my tech, or is the website down totally at the moment? Is it just my tech, or is the website down totally at the moment? ]]> Virgin Atlantic Airways | Flying Club BA or bust https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/virgin-atlantic-airways-flying-club/2217852-virgin-website-down.html Chances of Aircraft Change LHR - MCO? https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/virgin-atlantic-airways-flying-club/2217706-chances-aircraft-change-lhr-mco.html Sun, 10 May 2026 19:29:11 GMT We fly to Orlando in early September, we are flying PE on an A330-300, we were thinking of bidding for an upgrade to UC, I know it's the old seating, is it worth bidding for and is it possible the aircraft could change between now and September? ]]> Virgin Atlantic Airways | Flying Club Ipswich1984 https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/virgin-atlantic-airways-flying-club/2217706-chances-aircraft-change-lhr-mco.html <![CDATA[App wonn't show boarding pass- help]]> https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/virgin-atlantic-airways-flying-club/2217549-app-wonn-t-show-boarding-pass-help.html Thu, 07 May 2026 15:30:13 GMT App won't show me boarding pass for tomorrow's VS153 LHR-JFK, goes through the whole process, says I am checked in and at View Boarding Pass, defaults on the app to "Not checked in yet". On the laptop I can see my boarding card and it looks fine, is the app just rubbish or am I just SSSS?

It also says Verify Passport, is that the issue?
Odd as I printed a paper copy off in the office, but still nothing in the app.
]]> Virgin Atlantic Airways | Flying Club skipness1E https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/virgin-atlantic-airways-flying-club/2217549-app-wonn-t-show-boarding-pass-help.html GA marketed, SQ operated - points with VS? https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/virgin-atlantic-airways-flying-club/2217485-ga-marketed-sq-operated-points-vs.html Wed, 06 May 2026 09:37:42 GMT Morning all. Can I just have a sense check here please as I am sure I know the answer but am hoping I am wrong... Looking at CGK-SIN-LHR... the second leg is GA marketed so sky team, but SQ operated - not a partner. The VS website says on... Morning all.

Can I just have a sense check here please as I am sure I know the answer but am hoping I am wrong...

Looking at CGK-SIN-LHR... the second leg is GA marketed so sky team, but SQ operated - not a partner.

The VS website says on GA marketed flights if the operating carrier is another sky team member you earn as per the operating carrier. Does that apply when it is non-sky team? I.e. there is no way of earning on this flight?

Thanks ]]> Virgin Atlantic Airways | Flying Club barnstaple https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/virgin-atlantic-airways-flying-club/2217485-ga-marketed-sq-operated-points-vs.html <![CDATA[I'm a Delta GM - Why are VS and Delta Telling me I Have Only One Bag?]]> https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/virgin-atlantic-airways-flying-club/2217460-i-m-delta-gm-why-vs-delta-telling-me-i-have-only-one-bag.html Tue, 05 May 2026 18:25:34 GMT I am flying VS on a Skymiles ticket. It is what VS calls Economy Classic, it gives me free advance seat selection and should give me an extra bag due to my status. It gave me the free seat reservation - but tells me I am allowed only one bag, and... I am flying VS on a Skymiles ticket. It is what VS calls Economy Classic, it gives me free advance seat selection and should give me an extra bag due to my status.

It gave me the free seat reservation - but tells me I am allowed only one bag, and Delta tells me the same thing. Given that an extra bag is spelled out on the Skyteam website as a benefit, anyone know why I'm only getting one bag total? (https://www.skyteam.com/en/frequent-flyers/) ]]> Virgin Atlantic Airways | Flying Club BigFlyer https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/virgin-atlantic-airways-flying-club/2217460-i-m-delta-gm-why-vs-delta-telling-me-i-have-only-one-bag.html Retreat suite https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/virgin-atlantic-airways-flying-club/2217312-retreat-suite.html Sat, 02 May 2026 14:51:28 GMT Got my first flight on the A339 in less than a month. I’ve flown vs upper class quite a few times but always on the 789, so I’m familiar with the service. I’ve also flown delta one on the A339 quite a few times so I’m familiar with the seat, which I... Got my first flight on the A339 in less than a month. I’ve flown vs upper class quite a few times but always on the 789, so I’m familiar with the service. I’ve also flown delta one on the A339 quite a few times so I’m familiar with the seat, which I know is pretty similar.
My questions are as follows:
1. Do row 1 window seats have a larger footwell (like in D1)?
2. Would you pick those or pay $400 for the retreat suite? If helpful this is a daytime LHR-SEA. I’m traveling alone.
3. If I go for a retreat suite, would you suggest 1D or 1G?
4. As a delta diamond can I potentially be upgraded for free at the airport?

thanks!
]]> Virgin Atlantic Airways | Flying Club gordo6 https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/virgin-atlantic-airways-flying-club/2217312-retreat-suite.html