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Virgin Atlantic JFK Clubhouse lounge seating area with modern décor and mood lighting.

Virgin Atlantic JFK Clubhouse Secret: Yes, You Can Get In with Priority Pass

(Ssssh… Don’t Tell Everyone!)


By Mr Plane Guy | Plane Travel News & Reviews with Altitude


Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. If you click and buy, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you, it helps keep this blog flying high (and fuels my New York bagel habit). Thanks for your support!


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Dining area inside the Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse at JFK Terminal 4.

London Calling… But Make It Luxurious

Flying home from New York JFK to London Heathrow soon? Before you queue up for your Pret flat white and gate seat, here’s a travel secret most people don’t know, you can use your Priority Pass to access the Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse JFK.

Yes, that Clubhouse. The one usually reserved for Upper Class flyers and Virgin Gold members, with the mood lighting, cocktails, and à la carte dining that feels more “Soho House” than “airport lounge.”


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It’s now open to Priority Pass members between 5 a.m. and 1:30 p.m., which makes it perfect if you’re catching Virgin’s daylight flight back to London, my favourite way to avoid jet lag after a few packed days exploring the city.


Relaxation and bar area inside the Virgin Atlantic JFK Clubhouse

Where to Find the Virgin Atlantic JFK Clubhouse

Location: Terminal 4, Airside, just above Gates A4 & A5

Priority Pass Hours: 05:00 – 13:30 daily (Outside these hours, access is reserved for Virgin Upper Class and SkyTeam Elite flyers.)


Once you’ve cleared security, follow the signs for Gate A4, then look up. You’ll spot Virgin’s glowing red entrance tucked away like a members-only hideout in the clouds.

Inside, it’s part New York loft, part Heathrow chic, polished brass, mood lighting, and that unmistakable Virgin flair.


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Aircraft parked at New York JFK Terminal 4

If you’ve just spent your last night at Arlo NoMad Hotel (my pick for views, vibes and surprising value), this is the perfect final stop before you fly.


Exterior view of the Arlo NoMad Hotel in New York City.

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Virgin Atlantic JFK Clubhouse Secret: Yes, You Can Get In with Priority Pass (Ssssh… Don’t Tell Everyone!) By Mr Plane Guy | Plane Travel News & Reviews with Altitude Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. If you click and buy, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you, it helps keep this blog flying high (and fuels my New York bagel habit). Thanks for your support! London Calling… But Make It Luxurious Flying home from New York JFK to London Heathrow soon? Before you queue up for your Pret flat white and gate seat, here’s a travel secret most people don’t know, you can use your Priority Pass to access the Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse JFK. Yes, that Clubhouse. The one usually reserved for Upper Class flyers and Virgin Gold members, with the mood lighting, cocktails, and à la carte dining that feels more “Soho House” than “airport lounge.” Earn Virgin Red Points Every Time You Fly 👉 Searching flights through Virgin Atlantic directly gives you points for your next upgrade. It’s now open to Priority Pass members between 5 a.m. and 1:30 p.m., which makes it perfect if you’re catching Virgin’s daylight flight back to London, my favourite way to avoid jet lag after a few packed days exploring the city. Need ideas for what to do before you fly home? Check out My Top 10 Things to Do in New York (2025 Edition) or dive deeper with Things to Do in Brooklyn: Bagels, Bridges & That Street Everyone Photographs. Where to Find the Virgin Atlantic JFK Clubhouse Location: Terminal 4, Airside, just above Gates A4 & A5 Priority Pass Hours: 05:00 – 13:30 daily (Outside these hours, access is reserved for Virgin Upper Class and SkyTeam Elite flyers.) Once you’ve cleared security, follow the signs for Gate A4, then look up. You’ll spot Virgin’s glowing red entrance tucked away like a members-only hideout in the clouds. Inside, it’s part New York loft, part Heathrow chic, polished brass, mood lighting, and that unmistakable Virgin flair. If you’ve just spent your last night at Arlo NoMad Hotel (my pick for views, vibes and surprising value), this is the perfect final stop before you fly. Virgin Atlantic credit card Offer 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 dtkJLUuPjzWyCqbQUtJNTw== by the way you only need from 6000 to fly from London to New York, or from 29000 in Upper Class! I last flew for 10500 in Premium Economy, you can read all about it here. 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. Inside the Clubhouse: New York Loft Meets Heathrow Chic Forget the chaos downstairs, this place feels like a calm bubble of class above Terminal 4. Here’s what to expect once you’re in: Cooked-to-order breakfast and à la carte dining that easily rivals airport restaurants. Signature Virgin cocktails (yes, they’ll pour you a pre-10 a.m. mimosa, no judgement). Pool table & games area if you fancy a pre-flight competition Showers with luxury Flamingo Estate amenities. Free Wi-Fi & plenty of charging points. Luggage storage so you can roam hands-free. Plane Tip: During Priority Pass hours, some food and drinks may not be fully complimentary, but even a paid Clubhouse breakfast beats a $15 airport bagel. If you want to stretch your trip, check out Things to Do in New York: A Day Trip to Coney Island classic boardwalk fun before your flight. How to Access the JFK Clubhouse with Priority Pass Priority Pass members can access the Virgin Atlantic JFK Clubhouse between 05:00 and 13:30 daily. Here’s how to get through the (red) velvet rope: Arrive up to 3 hours before your flight. Show your same-day outbound boarding pass. Digital or physical Priority Pass cards are accepted. Children under 2 go free. Access is subject to capacity arrive early for the best chance of entry. 👉 Click here for 30% off Priority Pass my exclusive reader offer. If you fly even twice a year, Priority Pass pays for itself. Whether it’s Heathrow, Gatwick, or here at JFK, you’ll never have to fight for a plug socket again. Why It’s Perfect for London-Bound Travellers Here’s the part most travellers miss: Virgin Atlantic runs a daytime flight from JFK to London Heathrow, departing around 08:20 and arriving back at 20:10 ideal for anyone who values actual sleep. So instead of surviving the red-eye, you can enjoy:☕ A full English breakfast in the Clubhouse,🛁 A refreshing shower,💺 Six hours of calm in Premium Economy comfort,🌙 And a full night’s sleep once you’re back home. Plane Tip: I recently flew this route, check out my Virgin Atlantic Premium Economy A350 Review for the full experience. Or, if you’re tempted by something different next time, read My New Favourite Way to Cross the Atlantic: Flying JetBlue to New York another gem for UK-US travellers. Need to plan your trip to the airport? Here’s How to Get from JFK to Manhattan — Planes, Trains & Ubers before you head back to Terminal 4. Why Priority Pass Is the Ultimate Travel Hack Whether you’re flying Virgin, Delta, or even BA on the way home, Priority Pass gives you access to over 1,800 airport lounges worldwide, including the Virgin Clubhouses in JFK and LAX. 💳 Get 30% off Priority Pass here → Why it’s worth it: Global access to 1,800+ lounges (including Heathrow & Manchester). Saves £££ versus airport food & drinks. Comfort, Wi-Fi, and peace before take-off. Works across airlines, perfect for frequent UK travellers. 🔥 Black Friday Deal: Priority Pass Up to 40% Off This is the BEST Priority Pass offer I’ve EVER seen and I don’t know when it will end. Right now you can get Priority Pass from just £41, giving you access to over 1,800 airport lounges and airport experiences worldwide at massively reduced rates. If you’ve ever wanted lounge access, this is the time to grab it. 👉 Grab This Offer Up to 40% Off Priority Pass Hurry, this Black Friday deal won’t last long. Final Boarding Call So next time you’re in New York JFK, skip the gate crowds and slip into Virgin’s most stylish secret, the JFK Clubhouse.Whether you’re flying Upper Class, Premium Economy, or simply armed with Priority Pass, it’s the smartest (and most British) way to end your trip in style. Ssssh… just don’t tell everyone at the gate. Earn Virgin Red Points Every Time You Fly 👉 Searching flights through Virgin Atlantic directly gives you points for your next upgrade. More about Virgin Atlantic clubhouse JFK Plane Related Reads: ✈️ Virgin Atlantic Premium Economy A350 Review, Has Virgin Lost Its Sparkle? 🍸 The Virgin Clubhouse Is No Longer Just for Virgin Business Class, Thanks to Priority Pass LAX 🗽 My Top 10 Things to Do in New York (2025 Edition) 🏙️ Things to Do in Brooklyn, Bagels, Bridges & That Street Everyone Photographs 🏨 Arlo NoMad Hotel Review: Where to Stay in New York for Views, Vibes, and Surprising Value 🚖 How to Get from JFK to Manhattan, Planes, Trains & Ubers 🎢 Things to Do in New York: A Day Trip to Coney Island 🛫 My New Favourite Way to Cross the Atlantic: Flying JetBlue to New York 🛫 Virgin Atlantic Upper Class Flight Review 787 Dreamliner London to LA Earn Virgin Red Points Every Time You Fly 👉 Searching flights through Virgin Atlantic directly gives you points for your next upgrade. Hello, I’m Paul a professional jet-setter and all-around plane travel pro. After 15 years working in and around planes, I became a flight delay expert at a London Airport and mastered plane travel hacks, a PLANE flight expert with BIG travel plans but small carry-on. Now, I share PLANE travel news, tips, reviews, and deals with honesty, humour, and zero baggage! Thanks for reading Virgin Atlantic JFK Clubhouse Secret: Yes, You Can Get In with Priority Pass. Catch the latest Plane News updates here. 👉 Subscribe Here 👉 Follow on Instagram Plane Extras The PLANE Smart Way to Take Off Here are my go-to travel extras that help keep this blog (and me) airborne. 🅿️ Airport Parking Compare prices and save up to 75% at Heathrow, Gatwick, Manchester and more with Compare Parking Prices UK → 🍸 Lounge Access Why wait at the gate when you could sip a pre-flight prosecco? Get 30% off a Priority Pass membership → and access 1,800+ lounges worldwide. 🌍Travel Insurance Don’t fly without cover. Coverwise (by AXA) offers annual European cover from £10.20, including medical consultations and pre-existing conditions. 🎒 Plane Essentials My must-pack travel gear, from cabin-size backpacks to neck pillows that actually work. Shop my curated Amazon Storefront →  📱Stay Connected Avoid roaming shock. Arlo eSIMs → give you instant data in 180+ destinations, no SIM swap required. 💳 Boost Your Avios Earn faster and fly farther with my Amex Gold referral → or track reward seats via Reward Flight Finder →.

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.


Inside the Clubhouse: New York Loft Meets Heathrow Chic

Forget the chaos downstairs, this place feels like a calm bubble of class above Terminal 4.

Here’s what to expect once you’re in:


Signature red cocktail served at the Virgin Atlantic JFK Clubhouse bar

Cooked-to-order breakfast and à la carte dining that easily rivals airport restaurants.

Signature Virgin cocktails (yes, they’ll pour you a pre-10 a.m. mimosa, no judgement). Pool table & games area if you fancy a pre-flight competition

Showers with luxury Flamingo Estate amenities.

Free Wi-Fi & plenty of charging points.

Luggage storage so you can roam hands-free.


Plane Tip: During Priority Pass hours, some food and drinks may not be fully complimentary, but even a paid Clubhouse breakfast beats a $15 airport bagel.


If you want to stretch your trip, check out Things to Do in New York: A Day Trip to Coney Island classic boardwalk fun before your flight.


How to Access the JFK Clubhouse with Priority Pass

Priority Pass members can access the Virgin Atlantic JFK Clubhouse between 05:00 and 13:30 daily.

Here’s how to get through the (red) velvet rope:

  • Arrive up to 3 hours before your flight.

  • Show your same-day outbound boarding pass.

  • Digital or physical Priority Pass cards are accepted.

  • Children under 2 go free.

  • Access is subject to capacity arrive early for the best chance of entry.


👉 Click here for 30% off Priority Pass my exclusive reader offer.

If you fly even twice a year, Priority Pass pays for itself. Whether it’s Heathrow, Gatwick, or here at JFK, you’ll never have to fight for a plug socket again.


Virgin Atlantic Premium Economy seat on the A350 aircraft.

Why It’s Perfect for London-Bound Travellers

Here’s the part most travellers miss: Virgin Atlantic runs a daytime flight from JFK to London Heathrow, departing around 08:20 and arriving back at 20:10 ideal for anyone who values actual sleep.

So instead of surviving the red-eye, you can enjoy:

☕ A full English breakfast in the Clubhouse,

🛁 A refreshing shower,

💺 Six hours of calm in Premium Economy comfort,

🌙 And a full night’s sleep once you’re back home.


Virgin Atlantic Upper Class seat on the A350 with mood lighting.

Plane Tip: I recently flew this route, check out my Virgin Atlantic Premium Economy A350 Review for the full experience.


Or, if you’re tempted by something different next time, read My New Favourite Way to Cross the Atlantic: Flying JetBlue to New York another gem for UK-US travellers.

Need to plan your trip to the airport? Here’s How to Get from JFK to Manhattan, Planes, Trains & Ubers before you head back to Terminal 4.


Why Priority Pass Is the Ultimate Travel Hack

Whether you’re flying Virgin, Delta, or even BA on the way home, Priority Pass gives you access to over 1,800 airport lounges worldwide, including the Virgin Clubhouses in JFK and LAX.


Why it’s worth it:

  • Global access to 1,800+ lounges (including Heathrow & Manchester).

  • Saves £££ versus airport food & drinks.

  • Comfort, Wi-Fi, and peace before take-off.

  • Works across airlines, perfect for frequent UK travellers.


🔥 Black Friday Deal: Priority Pass Up to 40% Off

This is the BEST Priority Pass offer I’ve EVER seen and I don’t know when it will end.

Right now you can get Priority Pass from just £41, giving you access to over 1,800 airport lounges and airport experiences worldwide at massively reduced rates.

If you’ve ever wanted lounge access, this is the time to grab it.

Hurry, this Black Friday deal won’t last long.


Final Boarding Call

So next time you’re in New York JFK, skip the gate crowds and slip into Virgin’s most stylish secret, the JFK Clubhouse.Whether you’re flying Upper Class, Premium Economy, or simply armed with Priority Pass, it’s the smartest (and most British) way to end your trip in style.

Ssssh… just don’t tell everyone at the gate.


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Virgin Atlantic JFK Clubhouse lounge seating area with modern décor and mood lighting.

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Hello, I’m Paul a professional jet-setter and all-around plane travel pro. After 15 years working in and around planes, I became a flight delay expert at a London Airport and mastered plane travel hacks, a PLANE flight expert with BIG travel plans but small carry-on.

Now, I share PLANE travel news, tips, reviews, and deals with honesty, humour, and zero baggage! Thanks for reading Virgin Atlantic JFK Clubhouse Secret: Yes, You Can Get In with Priority Pass.




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The PLANE Smart Way to Take Off

Here are my go-to travel extras that help keep this blog (and me) airborne.


🅿️ Airport Parking Compare prices and save up to 75% at Heathrow, Gatwick, Manchester and more with Compare Parking Prices UK →


🍸 Lounge Access Why wait at the gate when you could sip a pre-flight prosecco?

Get 30% off a Priority Pass membership → and access 1,800+ lounges worldwide.


🌍Travel Insurance Don’t fly without cover. Coverwise (by AXA) offers annual European cover from £10.20, including medical consultations and pre-existing conditions.


🎒 Plane Essentials My must-pack travel gear, from cabin-size backpacks to neck pillows that actually work. Shop my curated Amazon Storefront → 


📱Stay Connected Avoid roaming shock. Arlo eSIMs → give you instant data in 180+ destinations, no SIM swap required.


💳 Boost Your Avios Earn faster and fly farther with my Amex Gold referral → or track reward seats via Reward Flight Finder →.


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