Frequent Miler on the Air Best uses for Virgin points | Coffee Break Ep94 | 2-24-26
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Feb 24, 2026 A quick tour of top ways to use Virgin points, from short Delta flights and Virgin Atlantic routings to SAS business trips to Scandinavia. They highlight LATAM and Air France/KLM short‑haul sweet spots and rare Air New Zealand business seats. Luxury redemptions get attention too, including Virgin Limited Edition safaris, Necker Island seven‑night availability, and when Virgin Voyages cruise sales make point swaps worth it.
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Avoid UK Departure Taxes With A European Positioning Leg
- Reduce UK departure taxes by routing from another European city (e.g., Paris or Amsterdam) into London and booking as one Virgin award.
- Expect to pay slightly more points but save on the cash portion of taxes and fees.
Consider SAS Business For Europe Trips
- Redeem Virgin points for SAS business class to Scandinavia at 60k–75k each way depending on departure city.
- Look for availability and a transfer bonus to make this competitive given low surcharges.
Use LATAM For South America Redemptions
- Use Virgin points on LATAM to Lima for decent value: ~25,000 economy or ~50,000 business one-way.
- Compare cash fares, but LATAM can be a reasonable partner redemption for South America.