Virgin Atlantic returns to Mexico with direct London-Cancun flights
Virgin Atlantic is set to resume flights to Mexico, launching a new direct service between London Heathrow and Cancun starting 19 October 2025. This...
Virgin Atlantic launches winter cargo flights from London to Brussels to meet high-demand season
Virgin Atlantic is introducing a seasonal flight route between London Heathrow and Brussels from October 27, 2024, through March 29, 2025, primarily to accommodate...
SAS and Virgin Atlantic announce codeshare partnership to expand global travel options
SAS Scandinavian Airlines and Virgin Atlantic have announced a new codeshare agreement, launching on October 7, 2024. This partnership will connect SAS customers to...
Virgin Atlantic expands network with new routes to Riyadh, Accra, and Toronto for Summer 2025
Virgin Atlantic is set to launch three new routes from London Heathrow for summer 2025, adding Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Accra, Ghana, and Toronto, Canada,...
Virgin Atlantic expands fleet with seven new Airbus A330neo aircraft
Virgin Atlantic has announced a firm order for seven additional Airbus A330neo aircraft, bringing their total commitment to 19 as part of a comprehensive...
WestJet and Virgin Atlantic expand their codeshare agreement
WestJet and Virgin Atlantic are expanding their codeshare agreement. This means WestJet will sell flights operated by Virgin Atlantic on their website.WestJet passengers will...
Virgin Atlantic expands network with new codeshare partnerships and resumes Tel Aviv flights
Virgin Atlantic has announced new codeshare partnerships with EL AL, SAS Scandinavian Airlines, and Saudia, enhancing connectivity and frequent flyer benefits for its customers....
Industry leaders advocate for ‘radical collaboration’ at Sustainable Skies World Summit 2024
The Sustainable Skies World Summit 2024 witnessed a strong call for "radical collaboration" among government, aviation fuel providers, and the wider industry to achieve...
Ground collision at London Heathrow between a British Airways Airbus A350-1000 and a Virgin Atlantic Boeing 787-9
At Heathrow Airport, an empty Virgin Atlantic Boeing 787-9 collided during towing with a parked British Airways Airbus A350-1000 with passengers bound for Accra,...
Virgin Atlantic expands presence in India with doubled Mumbai services
Virgin Atlantic announces the launch of a second daily direct service from London Heathrow to Mumbai from October 2024, as part of its continued...
“Ruby Rebel”: Virgin Atlantic kicks off 40th birthday celebrations naming new aircraft after Sir Richard Branson
Virgin Atlantic is commemorating its 40th anniversary by honouring its founder, Sir Richard Branson, with the naming of its newest Airbus A330neo aircraft, Ruby...
Virgin Atlantic and Kenya Airways to launch partnership
Virgin Atlantic and Kenya Airways have announced a new partnership with a codeshare agreement, facilitating increased access to Nairobi and broader East Africa. Starting...
Virgin Atlantic and China Eastern launch codeshare partnership
Virgin Atlantic and China Eastern have entered into a codeshare partnership, enhancing connectivity between the UK and East Asia.The initial phase allows seamless connections...
Virgin Atlantic increases capacity to its core hubs in the USA for summer 2024
Virgin Atlantic is gearing up to boost its service to the USA's core hubs, adding more flights from London Heathrow to New York JFK...
Virgin Atlantic plans 100% SAF-fuelled transatlantic flight on 28 November
Another Step in the Right Direction
Yesterday, Virgin Atlantic (Virgin), the British airline, received approval by the UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) to use 100%...
Virgin Atlantic launches flights to São Paulo, its first destination in South America
Virgin Atlantic is launching flights to São Paulo Guarulhos (GRU), Brazil, with sales starting on September 6, 2023. The airline's inaugural South American service...
Virgin Atlantic pilots considering strike over fatigue and well-being
Virgin Atlantic pilots are considering the possibility of a strike due to concerns about fatigue and well-being.The British Airline Pilots Association (Balpa) reported that...
Sabena technics to provide base maintenance at Bordeaux for Virgin Atlantic A330neo aircraft
Sabena technics, a leading independent European MRO provider, has recently concluded a maintenance agreement with Virgin Atlantic airline.Under the agreement, Sabena technics will be...
Virgin Atlantic enhances its premium sun offering as it announces return to Dubai
Virgin Atlantic is relaunching its services between London Heathrow and Dubai, offering a four-times-a-week seasonal winter service from October to March. The airline aims...
Virgin Atlantic joins SkyTeam alliance
Virgin Atlantic is officially joining SkyTeam on 2 March, enhancing the alliance’s offering at both London Heathrow and Manchester Airport
Customers can now...