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Virgin Atlantic Flights to Africa from the UK

Virgin Atlantic operates daily direct flights from London Heathrow to Lagos, Nairobi, Johannesburg and more. Dream Fare secures the best VS fares to Africa.

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£579
Lagos Return
6h 30m
Direct Flight
Daily
Frequency
T3
Heathrow Terminal
Trusted Agency
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Why Fly Virgin Atlantic to Africa?

Virgin Atlantic (VS) is one of the UK's most popular long-haul airlines, known for its award-winning service and competitive fares. For travellers flying to West Africa, Virgin Atlantic is a firm favourite on the London to Lagos route, operating a daily non-stop service popular with the UK Nigerian community and business travellers alike.

Dream Fare specialises in securing Virgin Atlantic fares to Africa that are frequently cheaper than booking directly on the VS website. As a UK Trusted Agency protected and IATA accredited travel agency, we have access to consolidator fares and promotional pricing not always available elsewhere. Whether economy, Premium or Upper Class, our team will find you the best deal.

Virgin Atlantic Routes from the UK

Virgin Atlantic operates services to African destinations via London Heathrow (LHR).

LHR→LOS
T3 • Daily
from
£579
London Heathrow → Lagos
Direct6h 30m
Daily direct from Heathrow Terminal 3. Upper Class available. Very popular with the UK Nigerian diaspora.
LHR→NBO
T3 • Daily
from
£479
London Heathrow → Nairobi
Direct8h 45m
Daily non-stop to Jomo Kenyatta International. Popular for safari holidays and the UK Kenyan community.
LHR→JNB
T3 • Daily
from
£549
London Heathrow → Johannesburg
Direct11h
Daily direct to OR Tambo International in Johannesburg. South Africa's major commercial hub.
LHR→CPT
T3 • Seasonal
from
£579
London Heathrow → Cape Town
Direct11h 30m
Seasonal direct services to Cape Town International. One of the most scenic routes from Heathrow.
LHR→ACC
T3 • Daily
from
£529
London Heathrow → Accra
Direct6h 20m
Daily direct to Kotoka International in Accra. Very popular with the UK Ghanaian diaspora community.

Virgin Atlantic Baggage Allowances

CabinCarry-OnChecked BagNotes
Economy Basic1 x 10kgNot includedMust purchase hold bag separately
Economy Classic1 x 10kg1 x 23kgStandard economy with one checked bag
Premium1 x 10kg + 1x 6kg2 x 23kgExtra legroom with two checked bags
Upper Class1 x 10kg + 1x 6kg3 x 23kgFully flat beds, clubhouse access, three bags

Virgin Atlantic Cabin Classes

Economy Class
from £579
VS Economy on Lagos routes offers personal seatback screens, USB charging and meal service. Seat pitch approximately 31 inches on the A350 used on West Africa routes.
Premium
from £999
VS Premium offers wider seats (up to 21 inches), dedicated service, enhanced meals, priority boarding and two 23kg bags.
Upper Class
from £1,900
VS Upper Class features fully flat beds, direct aisle access and exclusive Clubhouse lounge at Heathrow T3. Three 23kg bags and chauffeur drive to airport.

Tips for Flying Virgin Atlantic to Africa

1
Book Early for Lagos
VS Lagos fares are most competitive 3 to 5 months in advance. December needs 6+ months ahead. January to March and September to October offer the best value.
2
Economy Fare Types
VS offers Economy Basic (no bag), Economy Classic (1x23kg) and Economy Delight (extra legroom). Confirm which is included in your price before booking.
3
Flying Club
Virgin Atlantic's Flying Club earns points redeemable for upgrades and free flights. Join before your first flight to start earning immediately.
4
Terminal 3 Tips
VS operates from Heathrow T3. Allow 3 hours for international flights. Clubhouse lounge for Upper Class and elite Flying Club members.
5
Seat Selection
On the A350 used on Lagos routes, exit rows 11 and 12 have extra legroom. Free seat selection for Flying Club members.
6
Flexible Fares
Economy Flex allows date changes without fees, useful for expensive December travel.

Virgin Atlantic FAQ

Does Virgin Atlantic fly direct to Lagos?
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Yes. Virgin Atlantic operates a daily non-stop flight from London Heathrow Terminal 3 to Lagos (LOS). The flight takes approximately 6 hours 30 minutes.
How much does Virgin Atlantic cost to Lagos?
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Return fares from London to Lagos start from approximately £579 in Economy Classic. Dream Fare can often secure fares cheaper than booking direct. Call 020 8264 0018.
What is the baggage allowance on Virgin Atlantic to Nigeria?
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Economy Classic passengers receive one 23kg checked bag. Economy Basic fares do not include hold baggage. Upper Class receives three 23kg bags.
Which terminal does Virgin Atlantic use at Heathrow?
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Virgin Atlantic operates from London Heathrow Terminal 3. Allow at least 3 hours before departure.
Can Dream Fare get cheaper Virgin Atlantic fares?
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Yes. Dream Fare has access to consolidator fares not always available on the VS website. Call 020 8264 0018 for the latest prices.
Does Virgin Atlantic fly to Abuja?
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Currently Virgin Atlantic does not fly direct to Abuja. For Abuja we recommend British Airways, Air Peace, or connecting via Emirates, Qatar or Turkish Airlines.

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