How many Velocity points do you need to fly to London return?


How many Velocity points do you need to fly to London return? 500k Velocity Points is sufficient for round trip economy class but for business, its a stretch. Looking at upgrade options, there aren't really any because every option of getting to London involves a partner airline other than Virgin Australia meaning you can't use your Velocity points to get an upgrade.


How to get a free upgrade on Virgin?

If you've saved enough Virgin Points and there is availability in the higher cabin (Premium or Upper Class), the flight can be upgraded*. So if you've already made your booking on a reward flight, unfortunately you cannot upgrade.


How many Velocity points to upgrade to silver?

As soon as your balance reaches 250 Status Credits and you have flown 2 Eligible Sectors3 within the last 365 days, you will be automatically upgraded to Silver membership. To maintain your Silver membership you will need to earn 200 Status Credits and fly 2 Eligible Sectors3 within your 12 month benefit period.


Do Virgin Velocity points expire?

Velocity Points will expire after 24 months of inactivity, defined as not earning any new points or redeeming existing points within a 24-month-long period.


How much is 10,000 Virgin points worth?

How much are 10,000 Virgin Atlantic points worth? According to NerdWallet's analysis, 10,000 Virgin Atlantic points are worth about $110.


Which airlines use Velocity points?

Select a logo to find out more about each of our international partner airlines
  • Virgin Australia.
  • United Airlines.
  • Virgin Atlantic.
  • Singapore Airlines.
  • Etihad Airways.
  • New Partner. All Nippon Airways.
  • Air Canada.
  • Qatar Airways.


What is the 60000 Velocity points offer?

Receive 60,000 bonus Points1 Min spend $3k in first 3 months. T&Cs apply. New Amex Card Members only.