Screamin’ Deals: Fly Virgin from $49 Each Way
Sir Richard Branson's deals are most definitely more attractive than that '70s shag hairstyle he spo
By Renee Schurtz July 31, 2009
Sir Richard Branson’s deals are most definitely more attractive than that ’70s shag hairstyle he sports–Seattle to San Francisco from $49 each way
Virgin America started its Fares to Fly By special, to a handful of U.S. cities–check out these one-way prices from Seattle: to LAX from $69 (or $214 first class!); to JFK from $119; to Vegas from $69. Take advantage of the low fares all while geeking out on the high-tech entertainment center at each seat. Tickets must be purchased by August 11, and travel must occur between August 18 and November 18.
Buy tickets on the Virgin America Web site.
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