By using this site, you agree to the Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.
Accept
Travel Radar - Aviation NewsTravel Radar - Aviation News
  • Breaking News
  • Aviation
    • Aircraft
    • Airlines
    • Airshow & Events
    • Careers
    • Manufacturing
  • Travel
    • Airports
    • Points & Loyalty
    • Technology
    • Trip Reviews
  • Newsletters
Reading: Huge Changes in British Airways and Virgin Atlantic as Travel Ban Ends for UK Travellers
Share
Sign In
Notification Show More
Font ResizerAa
Font ResizerAa
Travel Radar - Aviation NewsTravel Radar - Aviation News
  • Breaking News
  • Aviation
    • Aircraft
    • Airlines
    • Airshow & Events
    • Careers
    • Manufacturing
  • Travel
    • Airports
    • Points & Loyalty
    • Technology
    • Trip Reviews
  • Newsletters
Signin Sign In
Follow US
Copyright © Travel Radar Media Ltd. 2025 | All Rights Reserved
Travel Radar - Aviation News > News > Huge Changes in British Airways and Virgin Atlantic as Travel Ban Ends for UK Travellers

Huge Changes in British Airways and Virgin Atlantic as Travel Ban Ends for UK Travellers

Nida Zakaria
Last updated: 21 September 2021 16:10
By Nida Zakaria
3 Min Read
Share
British Airways plane flying over iconic California as passenger numbers on the rise in the united states
British Airways plane in iconic Los Angeles scene. Photo: DANTÉ VINCENT, NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC
SHARE

British Airways and Virgin Atlantic have announced major modifications to their flight itineraries, including the resumption of flights from the United Kingdom to the United States.

The runway will be open to fully vaccinated passengers from November with roundtrip tickets starting at £319. After an 18-month blanket ban during the pandemic, the White House confirmed it would welcome back double-jabbed UK travellers.

Travelers will be able to fly into the United States starting in November if they are completely vaccinated and have undergone testing and contact tracing.

British Airways reopened bookings with a flash sale on flights departing on Tuesday, with return tickets to New York starting at £320 and Los Angeles starting at £349.

The airline on its website stated, “From November, the United States will lift its travel restrictions for fully vaccinated travellers from the United Kingdom. Our sale will finish at midnight on September 21st, so act quickly to secure a terrific airfare price.”

“Today’s news, which will see our two countries rejoined after more than 18 months apart, marks a historic milestone and one that will provide a major boost to Global Britain as it emerges from this pandemic,” said Sean Doyle, CEO and Chairman of British Airways.

Virgin Atlantic also announced a one-day offer, with flights to Florida starting at £324 and to New York starting at £319.

Virgin Atlantic B747 taking off. Photo by Konstantin von Wedelstaedt
Photo by Konstantin von Wedelstaedt

At around 4 p.m. on Monday, the airline’s website briefly crashed as consumers hurried to book flights to popular destinations such as Washington and Las Vegas.

Meanwhile, Virgin Atlantic’s CEO, Shai Weiss, called the announcement a “significant milestone toward the reopening of travel at scale, allowing consumers and businesses to book trips to the United States with confidence.”

The news is a huge win for airlines like British Airways and Virgin Atlantic, as well as airports.

The move allows family and friends from the United Kingdom and the United States to be reunited after years of separation due to limitations.

So, when are you booking your tickets?

You Might Also Like

JetBlue Orders up to 120 A220-300’s
Sydney Airport Is Recruiting 5000 Staff Amid Holiday Chaos
Which is The Best Mask to Wear on a Plane?
US Flight Ban Now Includes UK and Ireland
Aurigny Sells Sole Embraer E195 Jet
Share This Article
Facebook Twitter Email Copy Link
What’s your thoughts?
Love0
Sad1
Happy0
Angry0
Nida Zakaria
ByNida Zakaria
Follow:
Nida is based in London and joined Travel Radar as a writer. She works as a freelance content writer with Dragonfly Yoga Studio and Coinflow News. An avid reader, art, and literature keep her going. With a passion for journalism, Nida keeps challenging herself with varied writing genres.
Previous Article Government denies visa application for outstation pilots to work in Hong Kong
Next Article Decoration Vietjet Air Shows Positive Numbers in Financial Report
Subscribe
Login
Notify of
guest
guest
0 Comments
Oldest
Newest Upvoted
Inline Feedbacks
View all comments

Stay Connected

FacebookLike
TwitterFollow
InstagramFollow
YoutubeSubscribe

Trending News

Air Canada Express
Air Canada to upgrade regional operations and fleet
Aircraft Aviation
Aer Lingus launches their largest ever transatlantic schedule with expansion of their long-haul network and a new direct service to Dublin from North Carolina in 2026.
Aer Lingus Launches ‘Largest Ever’ Transatlantic Schedule for 2026
Airlines Aviation Route Development
Boeing 777
APEX 2026 Awards: Another Win for Air Canada
Airshow & Events Aviation
A group of five individuals in business attire stand together in a corporate setting, holding a certificate. The background features the Boeing logo prominently displayed on a screen. Two nameplates are visible on the table in front of them, reading "Crystal Remfert - Boeing Global Services" and "Chan Woo Jung - Korean Air." A floral arrangement is also present on the table.
Korean Air and Boeing Forge Strategic Alliance to Advance Predictive Maintenance
Airlines Aviation Technology
A close-up image shows a person holding a credit card near a payment terminal, ready to make a contactless payment. The card is gold-colored with the name "Chris Muller" visible on it. Another hand is holding the payment terminal. In the background, there are blurred figures of people sitting at a table with cups and glasses.
Lufthansa Miles & More Credit Card Relaunches with Deutsche Bank and Expanded Benefits
Airline Economics Aviation Points & Loyalty
//

Travel Radar is the leading digital hub for all things aviation and air-travel. Discover our latest aviation news, aviation data, insight and analysis.

Discover

  • Latest News
  • Subscribe
  • Weekly Digest
  • Contact Us
  • Privacy Policy
  • About Us
  • Advertising
  • Media Coverage
  • Press & Events
  • Join Our Team
  • Our Brands

Signup to our Newsletter!

And get the latest aviation news via our weekly news digest!

© Travel Radar Media Ltd. 2015-2025 | ISSN #2635-0696 | Trademark #UK00003579704
wpDiscuz
adbanner
Welcome to the TR Community!

Sign in to your account

Not a member? Sign Up