Virgin Atlantic Airways - Flying Club

Program Overview

In 1984, Virgin Atlantic unveiled the programme Flying Club, established to encourage passengers to accumulate points regardless of the class of flight. Whether you are booked in Upper class or Premium Economy you will earn miles in the programme. If you are a Silver or Gold Flying Club Member you earn a bonus over a standard member.

Earn Opportunities

One can earn miles through the following: booking flight directly with Virgin Airlines; spending with global partners such as Marriot International, Dollar Rent-a-Car, BMI hotel etc.; purchasing consumer items at Virgin group partner such as Virgin wines.

Redeem Opportunities

One can redeem the miles through the following ways. First, one can spend their miles while on flight. Second, if accumulated miles total 1000 or more, a spending calculator can calculate where one's next free trip will be. Third, accumulated miles can be combined with cash toward the purchase of a ticket. Fourth, accumulated miles can be applied toward a cabin upgrade. Fifth, accumulated miles can be used for companion tickes. Lastly, accumulated miles can be spent on car or hotel rentals with affiliated partners.

Transfer Opportunities

There are various conversions with credit cards like American Express and Diner's card. Hotels like Marriot, Hilton, and Hyatt can make one earn points that can be converted to Virgin miles. Typically points can be tallied as one point of the partner establishment is equal to half a point in Virgin Airline. Different companies have varying policies.

Conclusion

Flying Club is a great choice for flyers as it partners with prestigious establishments. You can even earn from purchasing their products, ON e Advantage in Virgin airlines is that when you have reached the silver membership, one need not start from the beginning. It also helps that they are known for providing affordable and efficient flights. Overview & History Launched in 2008, Virgin Atlantic unveiled the programme Flying Club which was established to encourage passengers to accumulate points regardless of the class of flight. If one is booked in Upper class or Premium Economy you will earn. If you are a Silver or Gold Flying Club Member you earn better. Earn Opportunities One can earn miles through the ff: First, booking flight at Virgin Airlines. Second, spend with global partners such as Marriot International, Dollar Rent a Car, BMI hotel etc. Third, purchase consumer items at Virgin group partner such as Virgin wines.