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SIGNAL · VIRGIN-ATLANTIC-HIKES-AWARD-SURCHARGES-AGAIN · Apr 13

Virgin Atlantic Hikes Award Surcharges Again

Virgin Atlantic has increased its award surcharges, raising the cash cost required to redeem miles for flights on the airline

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Why it matters

Affects 7 airline programs (Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines...).

What happened

Virgin Atlantic has implemented a hike in its award surcharges. This program change affects the total cost of redeeming Flying Club miles for award tickets, requiring more cash out-of-pocket from frequent flyers

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Virgin Atlantic has hiked award surcharges again
Apr 13
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