Virgin Atlantic Flying Club uses chart for partners, dynamic for its own flights. Typical saver prices one-way: US to Europe in business from from 28.5k, US to Japan in business from 52.5k (West Coast) / 60k (Central & East) and US to Europe in economy from from 6k miles. You can transfer in from Amex (1:1), Chase (1:1), Capital One (1:1), Citi (1:1), Bilt (1:1) and Wells Fargo (1:1). Prices as of November 1, 2026.
Sweet spots
Where Virgin Atlantic Flying Club prices well below the cash fare.
Virgin Atlantic Upper Class saver
Award prices from the US
One-way, per person, lowest saver level. Taxes are approximate.
| Route | Economy | Business | First | Taxes and fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Within the USLow confidenceDelta-operated domestic; dynamic since 2024. Estimate. | from ~7.5k | from ~15k | $5.60 | |
| US to EuropeVirgin-operated is dynamic with Saver floors: NYC-London Upper Class from 28.5k (max Saver 47.5k standard / 57.5k peak); economy 6k-10k (20k peak). Delta One to Europe 47.5k-77.5k + high surcharges. AF/KLM via VS dynamic. | from 6k | from 28.5k | US->UK: economy ~$111, premium ~$240, Upper Class up to ~$586 (surcharges); Delta One via VS reported with heavy surcharges | |
| US to Japan and North AsiaANA partner chart (last raised 2024-05-23). Hawaii-Japan business 37.5k, first 57.5k. Phone booking; ANA releases saver space ~355 days out. | 52.5k (West Coast) / 60k (Central & East) | 72.5k (West) / 85k (Central & East) | ~$50-150 (no fuel surcharge on ANA) | |
| US to the Middle East and IndiaLow confidenceVS flies LHR-DEL/BOM/BLR; dynamic. Estimate. | from ~47.5k (to India via London) | high surcharges on VS | ||
| US to HawaiiLow confidenceDelta metal dynamic. Estimate. | from ~15k | from ~30k | $5.60 | |
| US to the Caribbean and MexicoLow confidenceVS flies UK-Caribbean; from US via Delta. Estimate. | from ~10k | ~$50-150 |
Cards that transfer in
| Points currency | Ratio | Transfer time |
|---|---|---|
| American Express Membership RewardsAmex's own page estimates 48 hours; AwardWallet data shows typically immediate. Min 1,000, max 999,000, 1,000 increments. | 1:1 | instant |
| Chase Ultimate Rewards | 1:1 | instant |
| Capital One MilesCapital One transfers to Virgin Red; Virgin Red points move 1:1 into Virgin Atlantic Flying Club. | 1:1 | instant |
| Citi ThankYou RewardsRatio shown is for Citi Strata Elite / Strata Premier / Prestige / AT&T Access More. | 1:1 | instant |
| Bilt RewardsVirgin Red is also listed as a separate 1:1 partner (Upgraded Points). | 1:1 | instant |
| Wells Fargo RewardsVirgin Red is also available 1:1. | 1:1 | Varies |
Recent changes
- Amex's ongoing 30% transfer bonus to Virgin Atlantic ended.
Questions
How many miles is business class to Europe with Virgin Atlantic Flying Club?
From about from 28.5k miles one-way at the saver level, plus US->UK: economy ~$111, premium ~$240, Upper Class up to ~$586 (surcharges); Delta One via VS reported with heavy surcharges in taxes and fees. Virgin-operated is dynamic with Saver floors: NYC-London Upper Class from 28.5k (max Saver 47.5k standard / 57.5k peak); economy 6k-10k (20k peak). Delta One to Europe 47.5k-77.5k + high surcharges. AF/KLM via VS dynamic
Which credit cards transfer to Virgin Atlantic Flying Club?
American Express Membership Rewards (1:1), Chase Ultimate Rewards (1:1), Capital One Miles (1:1), Citi ThankYou Rewards (1:1), Bilt Rewards (1:1) and Wells Fargo Rewards (1:1).
What are the best Virgin Atlantic Flying Club sweet spots?
ANA business/first to Japan via Virgin Atlantic: Business 52,500 (West Coast) / 60,000 (Central & East) one-way and Virgin Atlantic Upper Class saver: from 28,500 one-way (max saver 47,500/57,500 peak) + up to ~$586
Is Virgin Atlantic Flying Club award data live?
These are typical saver prices from published charts and reports as of November 1, 2026. Availability changes daily, so check live award space before you transfer points.
Is there space on Virgin Atlantic Flying Club for your dates?
Points or Cash searches live award seats, compares them with the cash fare and tells you which of your points to transfer.
Virgin-operated and Delta/SkyTeam awards dynamic (since Oct 2024 SkyTeam entry); ANA remains a fixed partner chart and the program's best use. Change/cancel fee $100 (from June 2025). Amex 30% transfer bonus ended by 2026-07-31; Amex US still 1:1. Capital One transfers route via Virgin Red. Unconfirmed: Some low-quality sources claim an April 2026 ANA repricing via VS; not confirmed by any reputable outlet. Verify ANA pricing before transferring.
Sources: https://awardfares.com/blog/flying-club-guide/ · https://princeoftravel.com/news/virgin-atlantic-flying-club-increases-ana-business-class-pricing/ · https://www.insideflyer.com/posts/amex-ends-30-bonus-for-virgin-atlantic-transfers/
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