ANA (NH) Redemptions using VS Flying Club points - thread locked Sept 2022
Nov 21, 2019, 6:25 am
#781
Join Date: Jun 2018
Posts: 118
Hello two questions:
(1) Can I do ATL-JFK-NRT/HND on Virgin Points making this a complete connecting itinerary?
(2) Can I do JFK-BKK-NRT-JFK on one itinerary? If so, how would this price for first class?
(1) Can I do ATL-JFK-NRT/HND on Virgin Points making this a complete connecting itinerary?
(2) Can I do JFK-BKK-NRT-JFK on one itinerary? If so, how would this price for first class?
Nov 21, 2019, 8:40 am
#782
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It would price 120k for the return between JFK and Japan and another 65k for the return from Japan to Thailand in Business or 80k if you find F.
Nov 21, 2019, 8:41 am
#783
Join Date: Jun 2018
Posts: 118
Thank you so much for your response. I really appreciate it
Nov 22, 2019, 8:24 am
#784
Join Date: Nov 2019
Posts: 5
I am 1k points away from an upgrade from business to first for a flight that I suspect won't be available for much longer, anyone got any tips besides spend another 1k? 
Nov 22, 2019, 8:31 am
#785
Join Date: Oct 2019
Location: Newcastle upon Tyne
Posts: 43
Do you hold an Amex Gold or Platinum MR card?
I believe in the UK you can purchase MR points (which transfer at 1:1) from American Express directly and then convert those to VA miles. The rate is 1.50p per point so the same rate as buying direct from Virgin but you'd save the £15 transaction fee.
Not sure where you are based and/or whether the above applies though.
You can buy miles from Virgin (via points.com) if needs be, but there is a fixed admin fee that makes buying such a small number of miles quite expensive.
I believe in the UK you can purchase MR points (which transfer at 1:1) from American Express directly and then convert those to VA miles. The rate is 1.50p per point so the same rate as buying direct from Virgin but you'd save the £15 transaction fee.
Not sure where you are based and/or whether the above applies though.
You can buy miles from Virgin (via points.com) if needs be, but there is a fixed admin fee that makes buying such a small number of miles quite expensive.
Nov 22, 2019, 8:39 am
#786
Join Date: Nov 2019
Posts: 5
Do you hold an Amex Gold or Platinum MR card?
I believe in the UK you can purchase MR points (which transfer at 1:1) from American Express directly and then convert those to VA miles. The rate is 1.50p per point so the same rate as buying direct from Virgin but you'd save the £15 transaction fee.
Not sure where you are based and/or whether the above applies though.
You can buy miles from Virgin (via points.com) if needs be, but there is a fixed admin fee that makes buying such a small number of miles quite expensive.
I believe in the UK you can purchase MR points (which transfer at 1:1) from American Express directly and then convert those to VA miles. The rate is 1.50p per point so the same rate as buying direct from Virgin but you'd save the £15 transaction fee.
Not sure where you are based and/or whether the above applies though.
You can buy miles from Virgin (via points.com) if needs be, but there is a fixed admin fee that makes buying such a small number of miles quite expensive.
I have an AMEX gold but i don't believe purchasing MR is available.
Nov 22, 2019, 8:41 am
#787
Join Date: Oct 2019
Location: Newcastle upon Tyne
Posts: 43
https://www.headforpoints.com/2019/0...p-to-50-off-3/
This article seems to suggest it is possible but a number of agents will deny any knowledge of it. Maybe worth pursuing?
This article seems to suggest it is possible but a number of agents will deny any knowledge of it. Maybe worth pursuing?
Nov 22, 2019, 10:12 am
#788
Join Date: Dec 2012
Location: UK
Programs: BAEC Silver, VS Red, HH Gold, IHG Gold, Marriott Gold, SPG Basic, Alitalia Status Match
Posts: 1,173
Tesco Clubcard if you're UK based and have any vouchers. Some hotel schemes allow transfers to airlines if you have any hotel points. You can also buy Virgin miles if the Amex MR option is unattractive - I don't know how the costs compare. Finally, you could call and see if the Virgin agent can hold the upgrade for you while you sort out the points. I think they can and will for VS metal flights, unsure when on partner metal.
Dec 1, 2019, 9:31 pm
#789
Join Date: Apr 2009
Location: SoCal
Programs: UA Plat, National Exec Elite
Posts: 833
Another painless VS redemption on ANA in F. 2 seats ex-US...120K ea plus $262.
Dec 1, 2019, 9:42 pm
#790
Join Date: Jun 2019
Programs: Chase, Amex, SWA, UAL, DAL
Posts: 34
Amex is doing a targeted 30% transfer bonus to Flying Club for the month of December. Hmm. Is it excessive to go to Japan twice in a year...?
Dec 3, 2019, 6:22 pm
#792
Join Date: May 2013
Location: SAN, LAX
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Posts: 237
I'm probably willing to book 2020/12/21-24 outbound and returning sometime between 1/4-10.
Dec 4, 2019, 12:05 am
#793
Join Date: Jun 2018
Location: LAX/SFO
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What were your dates if you don't mind sharing? How was availability and were there any dates that were blocked? I'm considering a speculative transfer for the current MR bonus and redeeming when partner availability opens up.
I'm probably willing to book 2020/12/21-24 outbound and returning sometime between 1/4-10.
I'm probably willing to book 2020/12/21-24 outbound and returning sometime between 1/4-10.
If you transfer, it's a gamble but may be worth it. I think you're likely to have trouble booking the outbound, but booking the inbound will probably be easier since you could do 1/7 or 1/8 or later.
Dec 4, 2019, 6:09 pm
#794
Join Date: May 2013
Location: SAN, LAX
Programs: JMB, Bonvoy, Hyatt
Posts: 237
Thanks for the DP!
Dec 5, 2019, 2:57 am
#795
Join Date: Mar 2018
Posts: 56
I'd like to book an open jaw going something like this: East Coast US -> TYO -> LHR/FRA
I'm able to find availability in F from the US to Tokyo, but haven't been able to find anything to Europe. If I book a return to the US now, would I be able to change that to an open jaw to Europe should it become available at a later date? (Assuming any changes in taxes and fees would apply)
I'm able to find availability in F from the US to Tokyo, but haven't been able to find anything to Europe. If I book a return to the US now, would I be able to change that to an open jaw to Europe should it become available at a later date? (Assuming any changes in taxes and fees would apply)