What is premium economy like on Virgin Atlantic?

Virgin Atlantic’s leather Premium seats are quite a bit roomier than most of their Economy seats, with an extra inch or more in width, 2-3” in recline, and up to 7” in pitch/legroom than standard economy. It’s not quite the same as the lie-flat seat, but those extra inches count on a long-haul flight.

What is the difference between Virgin Atlantic economy and premium economy?

A larger and wider seat than economy up to 21-inches wide, which is up to 4-inches wider than standard economy. Up to a 38-inch seat pitch which means around 3-4 inches or extra leg room. Dedicated cabin area just for Premium Economy flyers. Welcome glass of bubbly or fresh orange juice as you take your seat.

What extras do you get with Virgin premium economy?

Premium

  • Seating. Seat pitch up to 38 inches. Extra large leather seat. Select Premium seat anytime.
  • Baggage. 1 x 10kg hand luggage. 2 x 23kg checked bag* Priority baggage delivery.
  • Included extras. Upgradeable with Virgin Points. Extra legroom seat. Premium check in.

Does Virgin Atlantic premium economy get lounge access?

A Virgin Atlantic Premium Economy ticket doesn’t grant you an immediate pass into the airport lounge. By far, the easiest way to ensure you can access an airport lounge is with a credit card – Virgin Credit Card gives you access to Virgin airline’s first-class lounge even when flying Premium Economy.

Is Virgin Atlantic premium economy like business class?

Virgin Atlantic positions as premium economy as closer to business class, which means passengers can use the washrooms in the front (between the cabins) and have access to the business class snack area (not the bar though).

Is there a lounge for Virgin premium economy?

By far, the easiest way to ensure you can access an airport lounge is with a credit card – Virgin Credit Card gives you access to Virgin airline’s first-class lounge even when flying Premium Economy.

Does Virgin Atlantic premium economy have lounge access?

Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse lounge access is available at select locations to Delta One® passengers, Upper Class passengers, and Diamond, Platinum and Gold Medallion Members with a same-day nonstop transatlantic flight between North America and the U.K. that is operated by Delta or Virgin Atlantic.

What do I get with Premium Economy?

SeatGuru.com summarizes premium economy as offering “about 5 to 7 inches of extra legroom as well as additional amenities, which can include 1 to 2 extra inches of seat width; 2 to 3 extra inches of seat recline; adjustable headrests, legrests, or lumbar support; larger personal TV screens; laptop power ports; and …

Do you get free drinks on Virgin premium economy?

Premium Economy serves better food and drink As for beverages, you’ll often get a free drink when you board – Virgin and Qantas offer a free glass of bubbly after take-off, while Cathay Pacific will keep you hydrated with complimentary bottles of water.

Do you get priority boarding with Premium Economy?

This is where opting for a Premium Economy product can help, by offering private screening areas for faster security checks, priority boarding and expedited baggage delivery.