- Mr Plane Guy
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High Five to This, Virgin… 12,000 Virgin Red Points Just for Flying in Any of the Last Five Years?!
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Virgin Atlantic has launched a new loyalty perk called High Five, and honestly…it’s a bit of a strategic wink from Sir Richard.
From January 2026, if you’ve flown Virgin Atlantic in any five separate years between 2021 and 2025, you’ll get:
👉 12,000 Virgin Red points
👉 Plus 10% bonus points on all future flights (if you’re not already elite)
And yes, this DOES include reward flights.
Let’s Be Honest… Who Was Flying Five Different Years Since 2021?
Remember the 'PannyD' (the pandemic)? When some of us were wiping down groceries like they were contaminated museum artefacts? Yeah… not exactly peak long-haul travel vibes.
I personally didn’t fly Virgin from 2020–2023. My “big romantic escape” was an easyJet hop to Edinburgh for my honeymoon, glamorous in its own chaotic way.
So when Virgin says:
“Hey, we’re counting flights all the way back to 2021…”
…you can practically hear the airline giggling.
This is classic Virgin:
👉 Clever.
👉 Naughty.
👉 Strategic.
👉 Hi Richard 👋 we see the plan.
Because if you flew in four of the last five years? You might now book that extra Virgin Atlantic flight in 2025…to unlock the sweet, sweet 12,000-point bonus.
And if you didn’t? Well… suddenly New York is looking very tempting.
What You Actually Get (Quick Version)
12,000 Virgin Red Points
Enough for:
A return Economy reward to New York (plus taxes) I know because I did it recently
Short-haul Europe flights via KLM/Air France
A chunk off a Premium or Upper Class reward
10% bonus Virgin points on future flights If not already elite.
Any flights count from 2021–2025
Paid or reward. Doesn’t matter.
Virgin Red Points Explained,
What are Virgin Red points? See my full guide.
The rebranded version of Virgin miles / Virgin Atlantic air miles.
Can you use Virgin Red points for flights?
YES, use them on:
Virgin Atlantic
Delta
Air France
KLM
Hawaiian
Caribbean routes
And for upgrades
Virgin Red points value:
Approx 0.8p–1.2p each. Premium/Upper = best value.
How to get Virgin Red points fast:
Fly Virgin Atlantic
Use the Virgin Atlantic credit card
Tesco Clubcard, Check out this plane TOP tip, for 5000 points, full 'Tesco Express' energy FAST!
Amex
Heathrow Rewards
Virgin Red shopping
Hotels & trains
Virgin Atlantic credit card
Great for:
Big sign-up bonuses, I just got 36000 (*smiles smugly)
Every day points
Upgrade/companion vouchers
If you want fast-track access to upgrades, the Virgin Atlantic Credit Cards are offering up to 18,000 bonus points right now and spending £10,000 a year gets you an upgrade or companion ticket. Use my referral link for 5000 extra points. Check if your eligible here
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Important: This isn’t financial advice. Credit cards are subject to status, terms and conditions, and affordability checks. Please consider your own financial situation before applying.
People Also Ask
Does Virgin Atlantic give free food?
Yes, all cabins get free meals, snacks, and drinks, including alcoholic drinks.
Is food included on Virgin Atlantic?
Yes. Even Economy includes a main meal, snacks, and drinks.
Do you get Virgin Red Points on every flight?
Yes, even Economy Light earns points (just fewer).
Can you use Virgin Red Points for flights?
Yes, Virgin Atlantic, Delta, Air France, KLM, and more.
Should You Book a Virgin Flight in 2025?
If you’ve already flown in: 2021, 2022, 2023, and 2024…
Flying once this year triggers:✔
Your 5th qualifying year✔
Your 12,000 point bonus✔
And an extra 10% on every flight thereafter
Meaning Virgin has basically engineered a perk that makes you…want to book a flight.
And honestly?I respect the hustle.
Ready to Bank Your Bonus?
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