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Virgin Atlantic

UPPER CLASS Flights With VIRGIN ATLANTIC Airlines

UP TO 50% OFF UPPER CLASS FLIGHTS WITH VIRGIN ATLANTIC

Book first & business class flights with Virgin Atlantic, one of the largest airlines in the United Kingdom.  Known as upper class rather than business or first class, we have outstanding deals on Virgin Atlantic flights to US cities and elsewhere. 

Established in 1984 and part owned by Richard Branson Virgin directly serve over 30 destinations worldwide including North America, Africa, the Caribbean and the Far East.  In recent years they entered a Joint venture with Delta Airlines opening up a number of key routes in North America allowing connections to over 200 destinations.

Virgin Atlantic has built a reputation for itself as one of the coolest airlines in the world with a trendy bar found on board their Upper class deck and cabin crew dressed in their Iconic red uniform making them unmistakable in any airport terminal.

Virgin Atlantic has a varied mix in its current fleet of 37 crafts comprising of Airbus and Boeing planes. In late 2014 they began flying the Boeing 787 to a number of key destinations from London Heathrow to Boston, Los Angeles, New York, Newark, Delhi, Hong Kong and Shanghai. The craft offers a greater level of comfort and has a vastly improved fuel efficiency making it one of the most environmentally friendly crafts in the air. The configuration on the new Boeing 787 Dreamliner is 31 Upper Class, 35 Premium Economy and 198 Economy class seats.

They have bucked the trend of other major airlines in purchasing bigger crafts in favour of more noise reducing and fuel efficient crafts and are due to receive 8 brand new Airbus A350-1000s starting from 2019 and plans for a further 4 crafts leased by 2020. This paves the way for its future fleet being one of the most technology advanced and environmentally considerate in the industry.

If you are looking to book Virgin Atlantic business class, first class or premium economy we have access to fares often un-published so we can save you money on flights with Virgin Atlantic.

5 Interesting facts about Virgin Atlantic

  • In line with their cool image Virgin Atlantic commonly names their crafts with racy names such as Hot lips and Austin Powered
  • Virgin Atlantic was the first airlines to fly customers pets from the US to London Heathrow back in 2003.
  • Virgin Atlantic A330 has the longest onboard bar at almost 9 feet long.
  • Delta Airlines now owns 49% of Virgin Atlantic allowing it to operate more flights from the US to London
  • They treated customers to live performances by celebrity artists and comedians on board a number of their flights
  • Upper Class is Virgin Atlantic’s equivalent to business class. It is the highest cabin class they offer. The seats convert into a 79” fully flat bed and come with a quilted blanket and comfortable pillows.
  • Complimentary chauffeur serviceavailable within the UK and in-country within 75 miles of the airport (Only available with select booking classes J, D, C or I. Also other mileage restrictions apply for certain cities).
  • Dedicated private check-in service ensuring a speedy security check through the Upper class wing located at Heathrow Terminal 3
  • Upper Class Wing service allowing you a dedicated personalised check in process from the moment you arrive at the airport. Let the Virgin team take your bags from the door of your car and within minutes be checked in and over to the Clubhouse.
  • Complimentary pre-flight Spa treatment leaving you relaxed and ready for your onward journey (Not available at all airport lounges and subject to availability)
  • A wide choice of customised mealsto choose from which varies between day and night flights, all served on designer linen, crockery and cutlery.
  • On-board barexclusive to Upper class passengers. Experience the worlds longest bar in the sky on board the Airbus A330 (select destinations only) serving premium spirits, wines and Prosecco. A great place to meet fellow passengers and before you know it the seatbelt signs are lit ready for landing.
  • 12” entertainment system made by Vera. Offering a wide selection of latest movies, shows, documentaries and games. It even boasts an ingenious in-flight Instant messaging facility which is handy if you’re travelling in a large group and don’t want to disturb the other passengers.
  • Baggage allowanceof 3 bags of 32kg so you can take as much as you need with you wherever you go.
  • Virgin Atlantic Premium Economy seats have a larger pitch then Economy class at 38” pitch, 21”width and an 8” recline giving a much better level of comfort than the traditional Economy class seats. The leather upholstered seats give an added feeling of being in an upgraded cabin.
  • Headrest and Footrest allowing you to relax comfortably in your seat
  • Priority check in service allowing you to beat the queues and be one of the first on and off the plane. Your baggage is also one of the first onto the baggage reclaim area.
  • Pre-flight and after meal drinks service.
  • In-seat power supply ensuring your electronic gadgets are fully charged and ready to use. Also on selected flights Wifi is available at a fee allowing you to stay connected throughout your flight
  • Choose one of three main meals all served on linen, china plates and cutlery
  • In-flight entertainment system powered by Vera giving you access to over 300 hours of the latest movies, programmes, documentaries and music.
  • Premium Economy amenity kit containing all the creature comforts you’d expect from an upgraded cabin allowing you to have a great flight
  • Free seat assignment which can be selected from 331 days prior to departure
  • Baggage allowance of 2 bags of 23kg so you can take as much as you need
  • Economy class seats offer between 31 and 32” pitch, 17.5” width and 8” recline.
  • Choice of complimentary drinks and snacks throughout your flight
  • Complimentary kids backpack full of goodies keeping them entertained
  • Latest in-flight entertainment system packed with over 300 hours of the latest movies, shows and music albums
  • Upgrade to extra legroom seats offering a generous 34” pitch at a cost of £40 each way
  • 23kg baggage allowance

Flying to 30 destinations around the world including Delhi, Hong Kong, Shanghai, Johannesburg, Lagos, Antigua, Barbados, Grenada, Havana, Montego Bay, St. Lucia, Tobago, Varadero, Cancun, Dubai, Atlanta, Boston, Detroit, Los Angeles, Miami, New York, San Francisco, Seattle, Washington, Orlando, Las Vegas, Salt Lake City, Portland, Minneapolis and Philadelphia.

Virgin Atlantic’s joint venture with Delta airlines means you can now easily connect to more than 200 new North American airports making them one of the top carriers to the region.

Popular Virgin Atlantic Routes;

Virgin Atlantic flights to Atlanta – You can fly direct to Atlanta with Virgin Atlantic in upper class, premium economy and economy from London Heathrow and Manchester.

Virgin Atlantic flights to Austin – You can fly to Austin with Virgin Atlantic in upper class, premium economy and economy from London Heathrow, Gatwick, Manchester, Glasgow and Belfast although no direct flights are available from the UK with Virgin.

Virgin Atlantic flights to Boston – You can fly direct to Boston with Virgin Atlantic from London Heathrow and Manchester with indirect flights available from Belfast, Glasgow and London Gatwick.

Virgin Atlantic flights to Dallas – Indirect flights available from the UK with Virgin Atlantic in Upper Class (business class), premium economy and economy.

Virgin Atlantic flights to Las Vegas – You can fly direct to Las Vegas with Virgin Atlantic in upper class, premium economy and economy with regular flights from London Gatwick and Manchester.

Virgin Atlantic flights to Los Angeles – You can fly direct to Los Angeles with Virgin Atlantic in upper class, premium economy and economy from London Heathrow with indirect flights from Manchester, Glasgow, Belfast and others.

Virgin Atlantic flights to New York – You can fly direct to New York (both JFK and Newark with Virgin Atlantic from the UK with departures from London Heathrow and Manchester the most popular choices.

Virgin Atlantic flights to Orlando – There are lots of regular Virgin Atlantic flights to Orlando with departures from London Gatwick, Belfast, Glasgow and Manchester.

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San Diego

San Francisco

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Sao Paulo