Summer Carnival
July and August are when the streets of St John’s are turned into a spectacular whirlwind of street parties and parades. Make sure you don’t miss the breathtaking steel band and calypso competitions.
Flights to Antigua
Choose from one of our four direct flights a week from London Heathrow to Antigua’s V.C. Bird International Airport and you’ll be on the beach before you know it.
Fly from the UK to Antigua (ANU) with Virgin Atlantic and choose from four brilliant cabins, including our Premium and Upper Class experiences. Settle in, stretch out and enjoy great entertainment all the way to paradise.
Flight info
Climate
Travel requirements
Local info
We fly to Antigua up to three times a week
9 hour flight time
Travel requirements and news
Planning a trip? We're here to make sure everything goes smoothly from the start. From passports and visa rules to the latest travel news, here's everything you need before you go.
For full entry requirements, visit our Help Centre.
Prohibited and restricted items when travelling to Antigua
There are some items you can’t travel with to Antigua, so it’s worth checking what you can and can’t take before you pack.
What you need to know
Handy hints to help you hit the ground running in Antigua.
Airport guides
Before you set off, take a look at Antigua's VC Bird International Airport guide.
Discover Antigua
Discover this unique Caribbean island and its beautiful coral reefs, clear waters and white-sand beaches. A direct flight to Antigua is what you need if you're seeking moments of peace and relaxation.
Book your ticket from London Heathrow (LHR) and find out everything this beautiful tropical island has to offer.
Explore Antigua
Cooking, Caribbean style
Sign up for a cooking class and master the art of West Indian curry making, or learn how to cook with rum (if you can resist putting it in a cocktail).
Casinos and crabs
Head to the capital St John’s for a vibrant mix of live music, limbo dancing and casinos. Or join the locals for a family friendly crab race.
Ahoy there!
One of the world’s top regattas, Antigua Sailing Week offers white-knuckle racing and an exhilarating party schedule. Or escape the island and hire a yacht from English Harbour to stretch your sea legs!
Set sail for Barbuda
If you’ve time, jump on a high-speed catamaran headed to Antigua’s little sister, Barbuda. Blissfully underdeveloped, this beautiful island is full of natural wonders.
Upgrade your cabin
Premium cabins, summed up
Our premium cabins are all about travelling better
Upgrade your journey in one simple step. Sink into extra space, enhanced dining and little luxuries in Premium:
- extra-large leather seats and up to 38″ of legroom
- priority check-in and boarding
- restaurant-inspired meals on china crockery with a glass of bubbly
- 2 × 23 kg checked bags
- plus treats from the Wander Wall (on selected aircraft), premium snacks and an amenity kit on overnight flights.
Upgrade to something special
Our Upper Class cabin: travel in style
Indulge in Upper Class, where every detail is designed to elevate flying into an experience:
- extra-large seats that transform into fully lie-flat beds
- priority check-in, fast-track security and exclusive access to our iconic Clubhouse at London Heathrow
- luxury 4-course fine-dining and a glass of bubbly when you board
- 2 x 32kg checked bags and priority handling
- plus onboard social spaces from the bar, the loft and the booth, depending on your aircraft.
Why you’ll love flying with Virgin Atlantic
Cabins and seats
Our seats have been carefully designed to help you fly in total comfort during the flight, no matter which cabin you're in. Find out how our Upper Class, Premium and Economy seats measure up.
Inflight services
Whichever cabin you're travelling in, you'll enjoy exciting inflight entertainment and delicious food and drinks throughout the flight.
Virgin Points
We reward your adventures with Virgin Points. Whether you're taking off, doing the weekly shop or splashing out on an exclusive stay, points make it all more rewarding.
