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Korean Air vs Virgin Atlantic Airways

Side-by-side policy and rating comparison — baggage, Wi-Fi, legroom, lounges, and loyalty programmes.

Verdict

Korean Air scores higher on FlightLogic at 8.4/10 vs 8.0/10 for Virgin Atlantic Airways. Policy comparison below covers cabin baggage, checked bags, Wi-Fi, and seat pitch.

Comparison data last updated 6 July 2026

Policy comparison

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Policy Korean Air Virgin Atlantic Airways
Cabin baggage IncludedIncluded
Checked baggage 1×23 kg international economy; 2×32 kg Prestige1×23 kg standard Economy; none on Light
In-flight Wi-Fi Partial (messaging/select routes)Paid
Economy seat pitch 32–34"31"
Loyalty programme SKYPASSFlying Club
Lounge access KAL Prestige lounge ICN; SkyTeam Elite PlusClubhouse for Upper Class and Gold
Changes & refunds Flex fares allow changes; restricted fares charge feeFlex free changes; Lite/Classic charge fee

Individual profiles

Korean Air

KE · South Korea

Expert Editorial Review

FlightLogic score: 8.4/10

Editorial profiles

South Korea · KE/KAL · #1 in this comparison

Korean Air

Excellence in Flight

#20 Global 5-Star
8.4 / 10
Quick Answer

Korean Air scores 8.4/10 on FlightLogic (safety 9.5/10), ranking #20 globally. in-flight Wi-Fi is paid or partial on most long-haul routes. Special meals require pre-order on long-haul.

Is Korean Air a good airline?

Korean Air scores 8.4/10 (Excellent) on FlightLogic, ranking #20 globally with a safety score of 9.5/10. Korean Air is South Korea's flag carrier operating from Incheon with Prestige Class business, exceptional Korean dining, and strong SkyTeam connectivity for UK–Asia routings. See full profile →

Overall 8.4 Excellent
Safety 9.5 Maximum Safety
Service 8.7 Cabin crew & ground
Value 8.0 Fare vs product
Star rating 5★ FlightLogic tier
Rating basis Editorial FlightLogic methodology

Score breakdown

Customer Service
8.7
Seat Comfort
8.5
Food & Beverage
8.8
In-Flight Entertainment
8.0
On-Time Performance
8.6
Value for Money
8.0

Key facts

Hub
Seoul Incheon (ICN)
Alliance
skyteam
Founded
1969
Fleet
160 aircraft
Region
asia pacific
IATA / ICAO
KE / KAL

Passenger policies

Cabin baggage Included — standard carry-on allowance applies
Checked baggage 1×23 kg international economy; 2×32 kg Prestige
In-flight Wi-Fi Partial — free messaging or select routes/cabins only
Economy seat pitch 32–34"
Lounge access KAL Prestige lounge ICN; SkyTeam Elite Plus
Changes & refunds Flex fares allow changes; restricted fares charge fee
Loyalty programme SKYPASS

Strengths

  • KAL Prestige lounge at ICN
  • Incheon hub 9.3/10 airport score
  • Strong UK–Seoul and UK–Asia connections

Weaknesses

  • Asiana merger integration ongoing
  • Award space competitive on popular routes

Awards & recognition

  • SkyTeam member
  • Best Korean airline catering

United Kingdom · VS/VIR · #2 in this comparison

Virgin Atlantic Airways

The airline that reinvented long-haul travel with style

#12 Global 4-Star
8.0 / 10
Quick Answer

Virgin Atlantic Airways scores 8.0/10 on FlightLogic (safety 8.7/10), ranking #12 globally. verified in-flight Wi-Fi averages 6 Mbps on measured routes. Catering: Special meals via manage-my-booking — vegan and halal reliable on long-haul with 24h notice

Is Virgin Atlantic Airways a good airline?

Virgin Atlantic Airways scores 8.0/10 (Excellent) on FlightLogic, ranking #12 globally with a safety score of 8.7/10. Virgin Atlantic is a British long-haul carrier founded in 1984 by Richard Branson, flying a compact, modern fleet from its London Heathrow base to North America, the Caribbean, Africa, and Asia. Renowned for pioneering Premium Economy and its stylish, service-forward Upper Class product with onboard social spaces and the iconic Clubhouse lounges, it consistently ranks among the most-loved transatlantic airlines and joined the SkyTeam alliance in March 2023. See full profile →

Overall 8.0 Excellent
Safety 8.7 Excellent Safety
Service 8.6 Cabin crew & ground
Value 7.6 Fare vs product
Star rating 4★ FlightLogic tier
Rating basis Editorial FlightLogic methodology

Score breakdown

Customer Service
8.6
Seat Comfort
8.3
Food & Beverage
7.8
In-Flight Entertainment
8.0
On-Time Performance
7.4
Value for Money
7.6

Key facts

Hub
London Heathrow (LHR)
Alliance
skyteam
Founded
1984
Fleet
43 aircraft
Region
europe
IATA / ICAO
VS / VIR

Passenger policies

Cabin baggage Included — standard carry-on allowance applies
Checked baggage 1×23 kg standard Economy; none on Light
In-flight Wi-Fi Paid Wi-Fi or messaging packages
Economy seat pitch 31"
Lounge access Clubhouse for Upper Class and Gold
Changes & refunds Flex free changes; Lite/Classic charge fee
Loyalty programme Flying Club

Strengths

  • Widely credited with pioneering the modern Premium Economy cabin, a product now copied industry-wide
  • Distinctive Upper Class experience with onboard bar/social space (The Loft on A350s), chauffeur transfers, and the renowned Clubhouse lounges
  • Young, modern long-haul fleet of Airbus A350-1000s, A330-900neos and Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners

Weaknesses

  • Small, long-haul-only fleet (43 aircraft, no short-haul or regional network) means limited route breadth versus alliance-backed rivals
  • Smallest SkyTeam long-haul network — relies heavily on its Delta and Air France-KLM joint venture for connectivity

Awards & recognition

  • Skytrax World's Best Premium Economy Class Airline 2025
  • Condé Nast Traveler Readers' Choice Awards — regularly ranked among top transatlantic carriers for cabin design
  • Virgin Atlantic Upper Class named among World's Best Business Class contenders in Skytrax rankings

FAQ

Which is better — Korean Air or Virgin Atlantic Airways?

Korean Air scores higher on FlightLogic at 8.4/10 vs 8.0/10 for Virgin Atlantic Airways. Policy comparison below covers cabin baggage, checked bags, Wi-Fi, and seat pitch.

Does Korean Air or Virgin Atlantic Airways include a carry-on bag?

Korean Air: Included. Virgin Atlantic Airways: Included.

Which has free Wi-Fi — Korean Air or Virgin Atlantic Airways?

Korean Air: Partial (messaging/select routes). Virgin Atlantic Airways: Paid.

Does Korean Air include checked baggage?

Korean Air checked baggage: 1×23 kg international economy; 2×32 kg Prestige.

Does Virgin Atlantic Airways include checked baggage?

Virgin Atlantic Airways checked baggage: 1×23 kg standard Economy; none on Light.