Using/Earning Virgin Status in USA/Mexico

[Rono]

Hi folks,

I'm heading off to LAX in Jan 2019 for a conference in San Diego.
Then, I'm looking to head to Mexico CIty to do some sight seeing.
If I'm not far off from qualifying for Virgin Platinum - which airlines should I consider making bookings from LAX to Mexico City return? (Unless its cheaper to go via another airport e.g. Tijuana or Vegas?)

Ideally the airline should not only give me points and status credits but allow lounge access.

I know that you might say, check the Virgin website but I got caught out on a previous trip using an airline listed on the Virgin website only to find that it didn't generate any of the above mentioned benefits.

regards

Rono

 

[jase05]

Hi folks,

I'm heading off to LAX in Jan 2019 for a conference in San Diego.
Then, I'm looking to head to Mexico CIty to do some sight seeing.
If I'm not far off from qualifying for Virgin Platinum - which airlines should I consider making bookings from LAX to Mexico City return? (Unless its cheaper to go via another airport e.g. Tijuana or Vegas?)

Ideally the airline should not only give me points and status credits but allow lounge access.

I know that you might say, check the Virgin website but I got caught out on a previous trip using an airline listed on the Virgin website only to find that it didn't generate any of the above mentioned benefits.

regards

Rono

Delta is your friend.
You will earn points and SC’s on DL flights.
Going by the VA website it appears you would get lounge access at LAX but not MEX although others may know more

 

[andye]

When travelling Delta always worth checking Premium Economy (and higher sometimes) prices. Often little more $ for lots more SCs and points

 

[Denali]

Always look at the delta F pricing, some good deals to be found.

 

[jasecao]

Delta is your friend on this, just ensure that the flights are operated by Delta and not their partner Aeromexico.

 

[Rono]

Delta is your friend.
You will earn points and SC’s on DL flights.
Going by the VA website it appears you would get lounge access at LAX but not MEX although others may know more

Thanks Jaseco, appreciated.

 

[Rono]

When travelling Delta always worth checking Premium Economy (and higher sometimes) prices. Often little more $ for lots more SCs and points

Thanks andye!

 

[Rono]

Always look at the delta F pricing, some good deals to be found.

Denali, took up your suggestion and will keep a wary eye out

 

[serfty]

Denali, took up your suggestion and will keep a wary eye out

Especially "Comfort+" - fares can often be only a few $ more than discount economy but can earn 3 times the SC.

 

[Silvia]

Have a look at delta, make sure it's operated by them as you may find some DL codeshare that are actually operated by Aeromexico which won't count for points and SCs. One of my relatives had that recent issue and got zero, nada SCs

 

[theblank]

Why not check out Delta? there are no magic secret airlines that you can earn points/status on. Whats listed on the VFF website is it.
Be aware that some Delta flights/classes will earn zero FF points or status. Always check the fare class and refer back to the VFF earn tables to check.

 

[serfty]

Be aware that some Delta flights/classes will earn zero FF points or status. Always check the fare class and refer back to the VFF earn tables to check

All DL*DL USA domestic flights booked in revenue classes earn points & SC's, including those operated by Compass for Delta.

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