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Virgin Atlantic Fare Classes — What Each Ticket Includes
Virgin Atlantic Fare Classes — What Each Ticket Includes — Summary
Every Virgin Atlantic fare brand compared: what is included, what is restricted, and which cheap fare ends up costing more once you add a bag.
Key Travel Facts & Insights
- Economy Light: Includes: Cabin bag only.
- Economy Delight: Includes: Extra legroom, priority check-in, free seat selection and a checked bag.
- Upper Class: Includes: Lie-flat suite, Clubhouse lounge access, chauffeur transfers on some fares and two checked bags.
- Cabins on board: Virgin Atlantic operates: Economy Light, Economy Classic, Economy Delight, Premium, Upper Class..
Economy Light
Includes: Cabin bag only. Watch out for: No checked bag, no seat selection, no changes.
Economy Delight
Includes: Extra legroom, priority check-in, free seat selection and a checked bag. Watch out for: Still economy service and catering.
Upper Class
Includes: Lie-flat suite, Clubhouse lounge access, chauffeur transfers on some fares and two checked bags. Watch out for: The A330neo Retreat Suite is a substantially better seat than older Upper Class cabins — check the aircraft type.
Cabins on board
Virgin Atlantic operates: Economy Light, Economy Classic, Economy Delight, Premium, Upper Class.
How fare choice affects baggage
One cabin bag up to 10 kg (22 lbs) plus a personal item. Because Virgin Atlantic flies widebodies exclusively, bin space is generous and gate-checking is rare even on full flights. Included on Economy Classic and above; charged on Economy Light.
How fare choice affects changes
Economy Light is non-changeable. Classic and above change for a fee plus fare difference; Delight and Premium are more flexible.
Virgin Atlantic fare classes explained — common questions
What is the cheapest Virgin Atlantic fare and what does it exclude?
Economy Light. Includes: Cabin bag only. Restriction: No checked bag, no seat selection, no changes.
Which Virgin Atlantic fare includes a checked bag?
Included on Economy Classic and above; charged on Economy Light.
More Virgin Atlantic help
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Fare rules, baggage allowances and change policies differ by route and fare brand. Our consultants confirm the exact terms attached to your itinerary before you pay — and handle the change or refund if plans move.