Virgin Atlantic Flying Club

Virgin Atlantic Flying Club uses Virgin Points and is beloved by points enthusiasts for specific partner sweet spots — historically outstanding rates on ANA first and business class, and strong value on Delta One. It's an independent program, and it's a transfer partner of major flexible bank currencies, which keeps it within reach for Australians.

How to earn Virgin Points

Virgin Points are a transfer destination for several flexible bank rewards currencies, often with periodic transfer bonuses, plus flying Virgin Atlantic and partners. Transfers are the main way Australians build a balance.

How to use Virgin Points

The headline redemptions are on partners — particularly ANA premium cabins and Delta One — where Virgin Points can deliver exceptional value. Virgin Atlantic's own long-haul awards can carry meaningful surcharges, so partner metal is often the smarter spend.

Sweet spots

• ANA first and business class via Virgin Points — long a standout premium redemption when space is available.
• Delta One business class across the Atlantic and beyond at competitive rates.
• Timing transfers to a bonus to stretch the cost of building a balance.

What to watch

• Virgin Atlantic's own long-haul awards can carry substantial carrier surcharges.
• The best partner space (especially ANA) is limited and often must be booked by phone.
• Some partner awards have round-trip or routing restrictions — check the rules first.

Alliance & partners

Not in a global alliance — including Emirates, Etihad, Virgin Australia and Virgin Atlantic. Access is via direct partnerships and transfer partners.

Frequently asked

What's the famous Virgin Points sweet spot?

Booking ANA first and business class with Virgin Points has long been one of the best premium-cabin values in the hobby. Availability is limited and booking often requires a phone call, but when it works the value is hard to beat.

How do Australians earn Virgin Points?

Primarily by transferring from flexible bank rewards currencies, frequently timed to a transfer bonus. Flying Virgin Atlantic and its partners adds to the balance, but transfers are the main route for local collectors.