Virgin Atlantic boosts London Heathrow–Bengaluru service to 11 weekly flights

Virgin Atlantic has increased capacity to India by 250%, now offering over 500,000 seats annually between the UK and India.

Virgin Atlantic is increasing services between London Heathrow and Bengaluru (Bangalore) from 7 to 11 flights per week in January, February and March 2026, strengthening links between the UK and India while enhancing connectivity across North America.

With India representing Virgin Atlantic’s largest area of growth outside the United States, the enhanced schedule said to complement the airline’s double daily services from London Heathrow to both Delhi and Mumbai and builds on the partnership with IndiGo, providing connections to 33 destinations across India including Goa, Amritsar and Jaipur.

The Bengaluru service is operated by Virgin Atlantic’s Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, featuring 31 Upper Class, 35 Premium, and 192 Economy seats, plus the airline’s signature Upper Class social space. Since 2019, Virgin Atlantic has increased capacity to India by 250%, now offering over 500,000 seats annually between the UK and India.

Juha Jaervinen, Chief Commercial Officer, Virgin Atlantic, commented, “We’re delighted to be strengthening our Bengaluru service, reflecting strong customer demand and our continued commitment to India. As one of India’s most dynamic technology and business hubs, it’s fantastic to be able to offer more choice for travellers between Bengaluru and the UK, as well as greater connectivity to North America with our partners, Delta Air Lines and WestJet. Our amazing people look forward to welcoming even more customers on board with our signature service.”