Safari Saver Fare in Economy

It’s time to get your safari on! We found saver fares for as low as 13,500 points on Virgin Atlantic from across the U.S. into Cape Town and Johannesburg, South Africa. There is confirmed availability for at least four seats in economy throughout the entire month of November and the beginning of December. Virgin Atlantic flights depart from BOS, JFK, IAD, ATL, MIA, TPA, LAX, SFO, and SEA for as low as 13,500 points from the East Coast, and as low as 16,500 points from West Coast airports. All flights connect in LHR and continue on to CPT or JNB. Taxes and fees per person are $181-$188.

But wait, there’s more! We found return saver fare on Virgin Atlantic from Cape Town into the US for the same amount of points! Virgin Atlantic flights depart CPT and once again connect in LHR before arriving into BOS, ATL, MIA, JFK, LAX, SFO, and SEA. Fares are as low as 13,500 points to the East Coast, and as low as 16,500 points into West Coast airports. Taxes and fees range from $225-$304 per person.

There is currently a 30% transfer bonus from Cit ThankYou Rewards to Virgin Atlantic Flying Club until May 17, 2025, and a 25% transfer bonus from Chase Ultimate Rewards to Virgin Atlantic until June 15, 2025. To calculate the number of points needed to transfer with the bonus, divide the total number of points required for the redemption by 1.3 or 1.25 respectively.

Looking for other dates to make your safari dreams come true? Check out our step by step guide on How to Book Flights to Bucket List Locations with Virgin Atlantic Miles