Virgin Atlantic
Virgin Atlantic is the UK's second long-haul carrier behind British Airways. The carrier was hit badly by the COVID-19 pandemic but has mounted a remarkable recovery.
Virgin Atlantic
- Airline Type
- Full Service Carrier
- Hub(s)
- London Heathrow Airport
- Year Founded
- 1984
- CEO
- Shai Weiss
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Country
- United Kingdom
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Gone After Just 1 Year: Virgin Atlantic Axes This Long-Haul Route From London
Virgin Atlantic’s Riyadh exit looks abrupt, but the bigger story is where the aircraft goes next.
New Long-Haul Flights: 9 Major Nonstop Routes Launching This Week
See which notable examples made the list this week...
14 Hours Nonstop: Inside Virgin Atlantic's New Longest Route
Discover the intriguing backstory behind Virgin's new longest service...
The Europe Airport With The Most US-Bound Transatlantic Flights In 2026
London Heathrow dominates the US market in European aviation, with Charles de Gaulle and Frankfurt far behind.
16 Hours To Nowhere: Virgin Atlantic Suspends Middle East Routes After Dramatic Dubai U-Turn
Virgin Atlantic's sudden U-turn and diversion to Eastern Europe sparks concerns over Middle East safety.
Flyers Are Saying Virgin Atlantic’s Cabin Crew Service Stands Out: Here’s Why
Virgin Atlantic cabin crew deliver excellent service across all classes and combine consistency with a strong personality
5 Of The World’s Widest Premium Economy Seats You Can Book Today
This list details the five top-ranking carriers according to their premium economy seats: Delta, Singapore, Virgin Atlantic, Japan and Emirates
Why British Airways & Virgin Atlantic Are Pushing Back Against Heathrow Airport's Expansion Plans
Support for the third runway is far from unanimous.
The Top 5 Transatlantic Premium Economy Seats To Book This Year
Discover the top 5 best premium economy class seats to cross the Atlantic
5 Airlines With Notable Safety Records
The five airlines with the most spotless records in aviation, an industry devoted to safety more than anything else.
Virgin Atlantic Concorde: Sir Richard Branson's Quixotic Supersonic Quest
A closer look at how Sir Richard Branson tried and failed to bring supersonic capabilities to the Virgin Atlantic fleet.
What Makes Virgin Atlantic’s Upper Class Superior To Other Business Classes?
A closer look at the UK-based long-haul carrier's premium experience.
The Airlines With The World’s Best On-Time Performance In 2025
Cirium's annual awards recognize the world's most punctual airlines.
Here's Why These 5 Airlines’ Premium Economy Seats Were Superior In 2025
Find out which airlines had the best premium economy seats in 2025.
7 Most Comfortable Premium Economy Seats You Can Book In 2026
Exploring which airlines have the best premium economy seats.
Virgin Atlantic Passenger Arrested In Miami With 65 Pounds Of Marijuana In Suitcases
The bags attracted suspicion after emitting a strong odor.
Virgin Atlantic Schedules Limited-Time Airbus A350-1000 Flights Between London & Tampa
The carrier will temporarily replace its A330neos on the route.
What Are The Benefits Of Flying Virgin Atlantic's Upper Class?
What makes Upper Class special, and how does it compare against the local competition?
The Airlines With The World’s Superior Premium Economy Class Seats In 2025
We look at the top four airlines with impressive premium economy products.
