Virgin Atlantic has teamed up with ANA (All Nippon Airways) which will allow Virgin Atlantic passengers to fly onwards in Japan on ANA’s domestic services. The deal will also allow ANA travellers to fly on Virgin Atlantic services from ANA destinations on the Virgin route network.

In addition to this arrangement, Virgin Atlantic Airways and ANA will be releasing a special joint round the world (RTW) fare utilising the networks of both carriers. Circle fares will also be available which are designed to offer greater
travel options and choices to passengers at common gateways in the UK, Japan USA, Shanghai and Hong Kong.

Willy Boulter, Virgin Atlantic’s Commercial Director, commented: “I am delighted to announce this new arrangement with All Nippon Airways. The agreement will offer a greater choice to customers travelling from Japan, the UK and the USA and will allow them to make a complete tour of the world at very favourable rates, whilst enjoying the superior levels of service for which ANA and Virgin Atlantic are renowned.”

Schinichiro Ito, All Nippon Airways Executive Vice President, Marketing & Sales, commented: “We are very pleased to be part of this partnership with Virgin Atlantic, giving more options, flexibility and benefits to customers whose itineraries take them around the world, either for business or pleasure.”