Virgin Atlantic Points Value Calculator

Virgin Atlantic points value

How much are Virgin Atlantic points worth? Virgin points value averages 1.2 cents on average for economy flights with Virgin Atlantic and up to 2 cents or more for First and Business class flights. This means that 10,000 points range between $120 and $200 depending on how they are redeemed.

Here's our breakdown on Virgin Atlantic points value:

Virgin Atlantic Flights

Virgin Points will have the best value when redeemed for award flights with Virgin Atlantic and their airline partners. This will give you an average of around 1.2 cents per point.

While that may be the average, it's not hard to get a higher value, especially when booking upper class cabins with Virgin Atlantic, SkyTeam partners and other select airline partners.

Here's a few popular redemption options that can get you some solid value out of your Virgin Atlantic points:

• Fly From The U.S. To Europe On Virgin Atlantic: The most straightforward redemption is to use Virgin Atlantic Points to fly between the U.S. and Europe. Depending on where in the U.S. you're flying from, economy tickets cost as low as 20,000 points, premium economy as low as 35,000, and upper class as low as 95,000 points.
• Fly Delta One Suites: Virgin Points can be redeemed towards flights on Delta One. This spot isn't as "sweet" as it has been in the past, but you'll still dish out less points booking through Virgin Atlantic versus Delta.
• Other Great Flight Redemptions: There's a handful of other redemptions that can grant you some sweet spots when using Virgin Points. Just note that you'll need to call in to book these reservations if they're not on Delta:
  • All Nippon Airways (ANA) - First Class to Japan
  • Virgin Australia - Travel within Australia
  • South African Airways - Travel within Africa
  • Air New Zealand - Travel To Oceania From New Zealand

Eurostar e-Vouchers

Virgin Points can be redeemed for e-Vouchers that can be put towards rides on Eurostar. There's two redemption options:

• 12,500 Points = £50 Eurostar e-vouchers
• 25,000 Points = £100 Eurostar e-vouchers

This will give your points a value of £0.04 each.

Other ways to redeem Virgin points

Virgin Atlantic points can also be redeemed for:

• Virgin Red: Virgin Red is the main rewards portal for Virgin Atlantic. Through this portal, you can redeem your Virgin Points towards a long list of redemptions starting at just 200 Virgin Points. This includes food, beverage, wine, cinema, experiences, merchandise, and more.
• Hotel Partners: Virgin Points can be used to book hotels through Kaligo.com. You can redeem your miles for Kaligo e-vouchers through the Flying Club helpline. Each voucher is worth 1 night and the cost in points will depend on the type of hotel room.
• Virgin Services: The Virgin Group has a bunch of different services that you can redeem your points for. This includes Virgin Holidays, Virgin Wines, Virgin Active, Virgin Galactic, and several more.

Virgin points to dollars calculator

Use the Virgin Atlantic Points Value Calculator to determine the cash value of Virgin Points based on redemption. This will help give you an idea of how much your points are worth

Average redemption value

The table below lists the value of Virgin points for several denominations when valued at an average of 1.2 cents per mile.

Virgin Atlantic redemption value calculator

Use this calculator to help determine whether to use Virgin Points or pay cash for your redemption. This will help you find out which flights are worth it and which aren't.

How does Virgin Atlantic points value compare?

Here's how Virgin Atlantic points value stack up against other major airlines:

Best credit cards for Virgin points

Virgin Atlantic does not currently offer any co-branded credit cards in the States, but you can still earn points spending across partner credit cards from AMEX, Chase, Citi, and Bilt.

• American Express Membership Rewards: American Express Membership Rewards points can be converted to Virgin Atlantic points at a 1:1 rate—1,000 AMEX points for 1,000 Virgin points. Great for earning points on airfare, restaurants and U.S. supermarkets.
• Chase Ultimate Rewards: Ultimate Rewards points can be converted to Virgin Atlantic points at a 1:1 rate—1,000 Chase points for 1,000 Virgin points. Fantastic for travel and dining.
• Citi ThankYou Rewards: Citi ThankYou Rewards points can be converted to Virgin Atlantic points at a 1:1 rate if you have the Citi Strata Premier Card which is one of the best credit cards for everyday spending. 1,000 Citi points will give you 1,000 Virgin points.
• Bilt Rewards: Bilt Rewards points convert to Virgin Atlantic points at a 1:1 rate. Top notch for earning points on rent and mortgages with no transaction fee.