Shortcut to Silver: Virgin Atlantic Flying Club unveils limited-time Tier Point boost on holiday bookings
Virgin Atlantic Flying Club is giving new and existing members the perfect excuse to stop scrolling and start booking, with a limited-time Tier Point promotion designed to fast-track leisure travellers to Silver status.
For two weeks only, Flying Club members will receive 300 bonus Tier Points as the lead booker when they spend £4,000 or more on a Virgin Atlantic Holidays booking, making this the most generous Tier Point promotion ever offered by Flying Club.
That’s enough for the lead booker to soar straight to Silver Status, when combined with Flying Club’s core benefit of double Tier Points on Virgin Atlantic flights booked with a Virgin Atlantic Holiday of three nights or more.
Tier Points are the key to earning Flying Club status, taking members from Red to Silver to Gold, with each tier bringing more rewards, more recognition, and more reasons to fly again.
The promotion is valid on all qualifying Virgin Atlantic Holidays bookings made between 7 and 20 April 2026, so whether it’s a sun-soaked escape to the Caribbean, a city break in New York, or a culture-filled trip to Seoul, there’s never been a better time to book.
Liz Mathews, Vice President, Virgin Atlantic Holidays, commented:
“We know our customers are always looking for the perfect excuse to book their next trip - so we thought we’d give them one. This offer makes that next getaway even more rewarding, as travellers can level up their status in a single holiday, unlocking a whole host of Flying Club benefits from day one. If you’ve been waiting for a sign to book your next holiday, this might just be it.”
The offer builds on Flying Club’s focus on innovation and rewarding all kinds of travellers, including leisure customers, following the launch of High Five, a new reward that recognises loyalty over time, regardless of status or spend. Together, these initiatives make it easier than ever for travellers to enjoy Flying Club’s simple progression and meaningful rewards alongside Virgin Atlantic’s signature customer experience.
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For further information please visit www.virginatlantic.com. For further press information please email press.office@fly.virgin.com
About Virgin Atlantic
Virgin Atlantic was founded by entrepreneur Sir Richard Branson in 1984, with innovation and amazing customer service at its core. In 2025, the airline was voted Britain’s only Global Five Star Airline by APEX for the ninth year running in the Official Airline Ratings. Headquartered in London, it employs 9,250 people worldwide, flying customers to 28 destinations throughout the year.
Alongside shareholder and partner Delta Air Lines, Virgin Atlantic operates a leading transatlantic network, with onward connections to over 200 cities around the world. In 2020, Air France-KLM, Delta Air Lines and Virgin Atlantic launched an expanded Joint Venture, offering a comprehensive route network, convenient flight schedules, competitive fares and reciprocal frequent flyer benefits, including the ability to earn and redeem miles across all carriers. Virgin Atlantic joined SkyTeam in 2023, as the global airline alliance’s first and only UK member airline, enhancing SkyTeam’s transatlantic network to and from London Heathrow and Manchester.
Virgin Atlantic has been pioneering sustainability leadership for more than 15 years, committing to Net Zero by 2050 and continuous action that reduces environmental impact. The airline operates one of the youngest and most fuel-efficient fleets in the skies, with an average age of 6.9yrs. In 2022, Virgin Atlantic welcomed its first A330-900’s to the fleet, continuing its transformation towards 100% next generation aircraft by 2028. For more information visit www.virginatlantic.com or via Facebook, X and Instagram @virginatlantic.
About Flying Club
Flying Club was launched by Virgin Atlantic to reward customers for their loyalty and to make every journey more seamless, more personal and more rewarding. Free to join, the programme allows members to turn flights, holidays and everyday spending into Virgin Points, which can be redeemed for spontaneous upgrades, relaxing spa days or unforgettable adventures across the Atlantic.
Flying Club members earn Virgin Points and Tier Points when flying with Virgin Atlantic, travelling with SkyTeam and partner airlines, or booking with Virgin Atlantic Holidays. As members progress from Red to Silver to Gold status, they unlock exclusive benefits including Premium Check In, priority boarding and access to Virgin Atlantic’s award-winning Clubhouses.
Flying Club forms part of Virgin Red, the Virgin Group’s rewards club, where members can earn and spend Virgin Points across hundreds of brands and experiences. With Virgin Points that never expire, Flying Club rewards everyone who loves to travel brilliantly.
For more information visit virginatlantic.com/flyingclub or follow @VirginAtlantic on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
Terms and conditions
300 bonus Tier Points will be awarded to the lead booker only on Virgin Atlantic Holidays bookings that meet all of the following criteria:
- Virgin Atlantic Holidays bookings made between 7th and 20th April 2026 for any future travel date.
- The booking must include a Virgin Atlantic operated flight.
- The total value of the booking is £4,000 or more.
- Qualifying spend excludes change or cancellation fees.
- The booking as a minimum must include flights + accommodation, flights + car hire or flights + cruise.
- The hotel, car or cruise element of the Virgin Atlantic Holiday must be for a minimum of three nights.
- The booking must be made on or after 7th April 2026 for any future travel date.
- The hotel, car or cruise booked as part of the Virgin Atlantic Holiday must be utilised for the full duration of the booking.
- The booking must originate and end in the UK.
- The lead booker must add their Flying Club number to their Virgin Atlantic Holidays booking online, via the Virgin Atlantic Holidays Customer Centre or in any Virgin Atlantic Holidays store before travel to earn 300 bonus Tier Points.
- Offer may be amended or withdrawn at any time without prior notice.