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Virgin Atlantic Cancellation & Change Policy (2026)

Last updated: May 1, 2026

Quick Answer

Virgin Atlantic offers free cancellation within 24 hours of booking. After that, Main Cabin and above: economy classic/delight: non-refundable, but taxes may be refunded.. Basic Economy: economy light: non-refundable..

24-Hour Free Cancellation

Full refund within 24 hours of booking if the flight is at least 7 days away, applicable for flights to/from the US.

Change Fees by Fare Class

Fare ClassChange Fee
basic EconomyEconomy Light: Changes not permitted.
main CabinEconomy Classic/Delight: Changes permitted for a fee (typically £50-£150 / $70-$200) plus fare difference.
premiumPremium: Changes permitted for a fee plus fare difference.
businessUpper Class: Changes permitted, often with no fee or a lower fee depending on the specific fare rules, plus fare difference.

Cancellation Fees & Refund Type

Fare ClassCancellation Policy
basic EconomyEconomy Light: Non-refundable.
main CabinEconomy Classic/Delight: Non-refundable, but taxes may be refunded.
premiumPremium: Non-refundable or refundable for a fee depending on the fare class.
businessUpper Class: Fully flexible fares are refundable; others may have a cancellation fee.

How Refunds Work

Refunds are issued to the original form of payment. Non-refundable tickets may receive a credit voucher or tax refund.

Same-Day Flight Change

Same-day changes are generally not permitted for Economy Light. Other fares may allow it subject to availability and fees.

No-Show Policy

If you fail to show up for your flight, the ticket loses its value and onward/return flights will be cancelled.

How to Cancel Your Virgin Atlantic Flight

  1. 1Log in to 'My Booking' on the Virgin Atlantic website.
  2. 2Select the flight you wish to cancel.
  3. 3Review the cancellation fees and refund amount.
  4. 4Confirm the cancellation and receive a confirmation email.

Expert Tips

💡 Book Economy Classic or higher if you think you might need to change your flight.

💡 Always cancel before departure to avoid no-show penalties.

💡 Check if your travel insurance covers the cancellation reason.

💡 Taxes and fees are often refundable even on non-refundable tickets.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I cancel a Virgin Atlantic flight for free?▼
Yes — Full refund within 24 hours of booking if the flight is at least 7 days away, applicable for flights to/from the US. Economy Classic/Delight: Non-refundable, but taxes may be refunded.
What is Virgin Atlantic's change fee?▼
Main Cabin: Economy Classic/Delight: Changes permitted for a fee (typically £50-£150 / $70-$200) plus fare difference.. Basic Economy: Economy Light: Changes not permitted..
How do I get a refund from Virgin Atlantic?▼
Refunds are issued to the original form of payment. Non-refundable tickets may receive a credit voucher or tax refund.
What happens if I no-show on Virgin Atlantic?▼
If you fail to show up for your flight, the ticket loses its value and onward/return flights will be cancelled.

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