Overview
- Chase Ultimate Rewards transfers to Virgin Atlantic earn a 40% bonus through Nov. 20, then a 30% bonus from Nov. 21 to Dec. 5.
- Most transfers post immediately, though newly created Virgin Atlantic accounts can face verification delays of roughly a day or more.
- Under the 40% bonus, 50,000 Chase points become 70,000 Virgin points, making redemptions materially cheaper on a points basis.
- High-value uses include booking Delta flights via Virgin, ANA first or business class, and Virgin Atlantic long-haul awards, with some partner bookings requiring phone or social media assistance.
- Recent increases to Virgin-operated premium cabin surcharges and dynamic award pricing can reduce net value, so experts advise transferring only with a confirmed short-term booking in hand.