Virgin Atlantic News

Virgin Atlantic announces new routes across three continents
Virgin Atlantic announced today the launch of exciting new routes across three continents, with brand new aircraft. Network growth comes as the airline capitalises on sustained demand for international travel, with customers set to benefit from more than 250,000 total additional seats* across Virgin Atlantic’s network, compared to 2019

Virgin Atlantic launches one off samba special featuring Anton Du Beke and AJ Pritchard
Taking to the skies from 13 May 2024, the route from London Heathrow to Sao Paulo, Brazil is the airline’s first foray to South America Strictly Come Dancing professionals Anton Du Beke, AJ Pritchard, and Brazilian actress and model, Juliana Paes have appeared in a reimagined samba-style safety video* to announce the news


Virgin Atlantic enhances its premium sun offering as it announces return to Dubai
Four times a week seasonal winter service will operate on a Boeing 787-9 from 28 October 2023

Virgin Atlantic Ltd 2022 financial results
Virgin Atlantic Ltd (Virgin Atlantic) has released its annual financial results for the year ending 31st December 2022. The results reflect 2022 being a year of recovery and ramp up for Virgin Atlantic as the Covid-19 related challenges were overtaken by a surge in customer demand for travel

Virgin Atlantic takes little flyers to new heights with a brand-new kid’s onboard pack
Virgin Atlantic launches new kid’s onboard pack, filled with an array of activities and keepsakes to enjoy onboard and in destination The new pack is in partnership with RowType The airline has also introduced a brand-new children’s meal option for its Spring/Summer menu across the network

Virgin Atlantic relaunches flights to Shanghai
The airline will resume daily services between London Heathrow and Shanghai, China from 1 May for both passenger and cargo operations

Virgin Atlantic and Guide Dogs launch partnership
Virgin Atlantic and Guide Dogs announce a new long-term partnership that aims to create a more inclusive travel experience

Virgin Atlantic Brings London to NYC with “Taxi For Takeoff”
Founder Sir Richard Branson lands in The Big Apple to celebrate Virgin Atlantic’s premium service as the airline begins flying its state-of-the-art aircraft to NYC

Virgin Atlantic springs into season with new menu and tasty celebratory treats
Virgin Atlantic is putting a spring into customers’ steps with a brand-new menu, introduced across the network from 5th April. The airline will celebrate Easter and the King’s Coronation by flying some delicious onboard additions

Virgin Atlantic to launch codeshare with Korean Air
Virgin Atlantic has announced a new codeshare agreement with Korean Air, offering customers more opportunities to fly seamlessly to South Korea and beyond.

Virgin Atlantic to join SkyTeam alliance
Virgin Atlantic is formally joining SkyTeam, the global airline alliance, at a signing ceremony in London yesterday. The move means Virgin Atlantic becomes SkyTeam’s first and only UK member airline, enhancing the alliance’s transatlantic network and services to and from Heathrow and Manchester airports.