Flying with Virgin Atlantic

Virgin Alantic Plane

 

Virgin Atlantic is an award wining international airline and the second largest long haul airline in the UK, with a route network spanning the US, Caribbean, Africa, Asia and Australia. Based at London Heathrow, Gatwick and Manchester, Virgin Atlantic is known for its focus on quality, innovation, style and above all, dedicated passenger service. In everything Virgin Atlantic does, it strives to make the travel experience more enjoyable for passengers, from super stylish cabins and a revolutionary onboard bar* to the private members’ club look and feel of the London Heathrow Clubhouse, complete with salon and spa**.

Virgin Atlantic operates long haul services, connecting with NCL cruises, from London Heathrow to New York (Newark and JFK), Los Angeles, Boston and Miami, as well as services from London Gatwick and Manchester to Orlando.

*Available on most flights. **Lounge facilities vary at each destination.

 
 
Economy  

Comfortable seat, with up to 32” seat pitch & adjustable headrest & lumbar support.

Personal seatback TV with the very latest movies, comedy, sports, drama, kids shows & games on-demand.

Choice of three delicious meals including a vegetarian option with complimentary drinks & snacks throughout the flight.

Complimentary newspaper on all flights leaving the UK.

Complimentary amenity kit which includes a toothbrush & toothpaste, ear plugs, socks, eyeshades & a pen.

Children’s activity pack containing a puzzle book, baseball cap, reading book, pencil, lollipops & a key ring.

Online check-in 24-hours before departure.*

Flying Club miles accrual.

*May not be available to some customers booked as part of a group.
 
 
Premium Economy

Ergonomically designed seat with 21” width & 38” pitch. Adjustable lumbar support, flexible headrest with wings & dual position footrest.

Personal seatback TV with the very latest movies, comedy, sports, drama, kids shows & games on-demand.

Choice of three delicious meals including a vegetarian option with complimentary drinks & snacks throughout the flight with the main meal served on china dinnerware with stainless steel cutlery.

In-seat laptop power**

Dedicated cabin with own devoted crew.

Complimentary newspaper on all flights leaving the UK.

Complimentary amenity kit which includes a toothbrush & toothpaste, ear plugs, socks, eyeshades & a pen.

Children’s activity pack containing a puzzle book, baseball cap, reading book, pencil, lollipops & a key ring.

Online check-in 24-hours before departure.*

Dedicated check-in, priority boarding, disembarkation & baggage reclaim.

Flying Club miles accrual.

**Available on London Heathrow routes.
 
 
Upper Class  

Upper Class Suite, one of the longest fully flat
beds in business class travel, featuring full
lumbar support, soft leather exterior, up to 82”
in length & 33” in width. The Suite also comes
with its own ottoman, which doubles as a seat
for a guest.

In-seat laptop power.

Multi-directional 10.4” TV with very latest
movies, comedy, sports, drama, kids shows &
games on-demand.

Eat what you want, when you want with the
freedom menu or enjoy a drink at the onboard
bar.*

Exclusive Upper Class Snooze Pack featuring
eyeshades, socks, earplugs & much more.

Upper Class Wing check-in at Heathrow
Terminal 3 with access to Private Security
Channel.

Access to Virgin Atlantic Clubhouses offering
the ultimate in pre-flight experiences, with
facilities for relaxing before their flight with a
drink, meal or massage.

Complimentary chauffeur driven car transfers & Drive Thru Check-in.**

Dedicated check-in, priority boarding, disembarkation & baggage reclaim.

Flying Club miles accrual.

* Available on most flights.
** Not available on all Upper Class Fares. Drive Thru Check-in available at London Heathrow & Gatwick only.
 
 
Important Information
Baggage Allowance
 
Hold Baggage
Hand Baggage
Economy
1 piece weighing up to 23kg each
1 piece weighing up to 6k
(23cm x 36cm x 56cm)*
Premium Economy
2 pieces weighing up to 23kg each
1 piece weighing up to 6kg
(23cm x 36cm x 56cm)*
Upper Class
3 pieces weighing up to 32kg each
2 pieces combine weight up to 16kg
(56cm x 36cm x 23cm)*
* In addition one small personal item maybe taken onboard such as a handbag, overcoat, umbrella, walking stick, small camera, a reasonable amount of reading material for the flight, infants food for consumption onboard or a small amount of duty free goods.
 

Infants not entitles to a seat are entitles to one piece of checked baggage weighing no more than 10kg & one piece of hand luggage weighing no more than 6kg. This is over & above the buggy, bassinet or car seat which is carried free of charge.

 
Which Terminal?

London Gatwick

South Terminal

London Heathrow

Terminal 3

Manchester

Terminal 2

 
Advance Passenger Information (API)

The governments of various countries require airlines to collect passport and associated information from passengers before they travel. Some airlines have a facility for you to provide API information in advance of arriving at the airport, which will enable you to avoid queues and delays at check-in. Remember you will also be required to give your API information when you complete NCL’s Online Check-in.

 
Entry Requirements for the USA

All visitors to the United States (including children) who are eligible for the Visa Waiver Programme (VWP) must apply for authorisation to travel to the US in advance in accordance with the Electronic System for Travel Authorisation (ESTA).

You must complete an online application for authorization to travel on the ESTA website esta.cbp.dhs.gov/esta at least 72 hours before your flight or sailing to the US departs but you are recommended to apply earlier.

 
back to top
 
Flights