In this post:
Virgin Atlantic’s Partnership with Hawaiian Airlines to End
From 30th June 2025, the partnership between Virgin Atlantic and Hawaiian Airlines will officially come to an end.
Earning Virgin Points and Tier Points: You’ll no longer earn Virgin Points or Tier Points on Hawaiian Airlines flights from 30th June 2025 – even if the flight is already booked. If you’re flying before the end of June, you can still earn points – just make sure your Flying Club number is added to the booking. You can still claim missing points up to 6 months after your flight date.
Redeeming Virgin Points with Hawaiian Airlines: You can still redeem Virgin Points on Hawaiian Airlines flights – as long as you book by 30th June for travel on or before 28th February 2026. It’s worth noting that changes won’t be allowed after the cutoff date, only cancellations.
This comes after the news that Hawaiian Airlines is merging with Alaska Airlines (part of Oneworld) and joining the Mileage Plan loyalty programme. In preparation, Hawaiian is ending existing airline partnerships, including Japan Airlines, Virgin Australia, Korean Air, JetBlue, and China Airlines.
While Hawaiian Airlines is a lesser-known Virgin partner, it was a useful option for inter-island flights or hops from the US mainland. This won’t impact most Flying Club members, but if you were planning a flight with Hawaiian Airlines using your Virgin Atlantic Flying Club number, now’s the time to book!
Virgin’s non-SkyTeam partners are diminishing, with the Virgin Atlantic-Singapore airlines partnership also ending as of 23rd April.
You can learn more about Virgin Atlantic’s partner airlines in our guide to the Virgin Atlantic Flying Club.
Lufthansa Group Business Class Fares to Dubai from €1,168 (£1,005) Return
These Dubai deals are worth a look! If you’re happy to depart from Europe, there are some fantastic Business Class deals to Dubai for summer and early 2026! There is availability for dates from June 2025 to March 2026.
Luxury Flight Club has found some excellent business class fares to Dubai flying with Lufthansa and SWISS, with prices starting from just €1,168 (£1,005) return in Business Class! These are excellent prices compared to the usual standard return fares, which are often over €2,500 (£2,151). You’ll need to connect in Zurich or Frankfurt, depending on the airline. This is a great opportunity to earn miles and status within the Star Alliance airlines.
Although there are no deals from London, there’s plenty of availability from European destinations. Vilnius stands out here.
The best fares include:
| Departure | Return Fare | Cheapest Travel Dates | Outbound | Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vilnius | €1,168 (£1,005) | 6th–19th August | SWISS (operated by Air Baltic) | Lufthansa |
| Tallinn | €1,171 (£1,008) | 6th–19th August | SWISS (operated by Air Baltic) | Lufthansa |
| Oslo (OSL) | €1,253 (£1,080) | 6th–19th August | SWISS (operated by Helvetic Airways) | Lufthansa |
| Riga | €1,304 (£1,122) | 13th–26th August | Lufthansa | Lufthansa |
| Budapest | €1,386 (£1,194) | 8th–21st August | Lufthansa | SWISS |
| Dublin | €1,474 (£1,269) | 13th–26th August | Lufthansa | Lufthansa |
| Milan (MXP) | €1,571 (£1,352) | 13th–26th August | Lufthansa | SWISS |
| Rome (FCO) | €1,567 (£1,349) | 13th–26th August | Lufthansa | SWISS |
A Minimum stay of 8 days applies. These fares have no deadline, but I expect they will sell out quickly!
These deals are a great way to try Lufthansa or SWISS Business Class at an incredible discount off the usual price. To book, use Google Flights to see the best deals in a snapshot, then go to the airline website.
Clubrooms Heathrow Terminal 3 15% Discount
Clubrooms is the latest addition to the lounges at Heathrow Terminal 3, which opened on 8th April. The lounge is open from 5 am until 9 pm.
There is now a 15% discount on bookings for travel before midnight on 16th May when you book direct with No. 1 Lounges. You need to enter the code CRLHR3-15. Pre-booking online guarantees your visit, and it includes delay cover, no booking fees, and flexible amendments.
A visit is usually £48 at full price. The discount code is worth £7.20, which isn’t a huge amount, but it can really add up.
The discount doesn’t apply to bookings made with gift vouchers, child entries, or extras, and can’t be combined with other offers.
Clubrooms offer a luxurious pre-flight experience. It’s quieter and more refined than many pay-per-entry lounges. You can expect complimentary à la carte dining with a selection of sparkling wine, classic cocktails, premium spirits, beers, and fine wines, all served directly to your table. Champagne is available for an additional fee. You can read the sample menu here.
You can also enter this lounge via lounge pass memberships such as Priority Pass, DragonPass, and Lounge Key for a £15 upgrade fee. Make sure you consider whether booking direct or using a lounge pass is the best option for you. You can read more about lounge access with lounge passes here.
