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.
So, where next?
Flights to Antigua
Choose from one of our three 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.
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We fly direct to Antigua four times a week
9 hour flight time
Flights from London Heathrow (LHR)
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- Saturday
Flights from London Heathrow (LHR)
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Flights from London Heathrow (LHR)*
- Thursday
Flights from London Heathrow (LHR)
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Thursday
- Saturday
*Flight will include a short touchdown in Barbados
Please Note: Passengers and luggage will remain on the aircraft during 1-hour touchdown
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. Get your Caribbean holiday off to a perfect start with Virgin Atlantic flights from the UK to Antigua (ANU).
Book your ticket from London Heathrow (LHR) and find out everything this beautiful tropical island has to offer.
Explore Antigua
With Virgin Atlantic
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.
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.