British Airways

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4 star Skytrax Rating
Seat Legroom 12345
Seat Recline 12345
Seat Width 12345
Aisle Space 12345
Viewing TV 12345
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1/10

British Airways customer review

(United Kingdom)

Flew from LHR to BKK return with British Airways. Do this trip regularly with Thai and I will be going with them on my next trip. I only used BA as they were offering relatively cheap flights on offer but this turned out to be a major faux pas. BA were frankly awful and I wouldn't consider flying with them again.
Seat TypeEconomy Class
Aircraft TypeBOEING 747-400
Seat Layout2x3x2
Seat Legroom 12345
Seat Recline 12345
Seat Width 12345
Aisle Space 12345
Viewing Tv Screen 12345
no
1/10

British Airways customer review

(Italy)

Terrible seat configuration on BA A380 economy upper deck. Seat space is cramped and arm rest can't be fully up. It hanged at an angle which is dangerous and inconvenience when u are travelling with a child.
Seat TypeEconomy Class
Aircraft TypeAIRBUS A380
Seat Layout2x4x2
Seat Legroom 12345
Seat Recline 12345
Seat Width 12345
Aisle Space 12345
Viewing Tv Screen 12345
no
1/10

British Airways customer review

(United Kingdom)

LHR-ORD-LHR I was pleased to see that the return flight was on a new 777 with larger monitors. I had a window seat 41K on BA296. However this was the most uncomfortable flight I have ever been on. I am 6' tall. I had absolutely no legroom with my knees pressing into the seat in front. This became even more uncomfortable once the passenger in front reclined their seat. I could not move my legs due the large entertainment system metal box on the floor immediately in front of where my right foot should rest forcing me to shift my foot far to the right. It was almost impossible to get up from my seat and get to the aisle with the seats in front reclined. I could not open my laptop on the table. I am a medical doctor. This cramped uncomfortable posture and difficulty in getting up to walk must considerably increase my risk of deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism. This was more cramped than any budget airline I have been on. Having been a loyal BA customer for decades I will now never fly with BA again. Really disappointing.
Seat TypeEconomy Class
Aircraft TypeBOEING 777
Seat Layout3x4x3
Seat Legroom 12345
Seat Recline 12345
Seat Width 12345
Aisle Space 12345
Viewing Tv Screen 12345
no
3/10

British Airways customer review

(United Kingdom)

Dubai to LHR I have never had such uncomfortable seats bar the likes of Easyjet etc. It was a shame as it was an upgraded cabin so had new IFE etc only good thing! No seat padding they also seem to have narrower seats than the old style. But what really bugs me is that we have to use the same loos as the 200+ people behind me nothing personal but it's yucky. I couldn't eat either meal choice so got stitched with an economy meal. Miserable Staff as well.
Seat TypePremium Economy
Aircraft TypeBOEING 777-300
Seat Layout2x4x2
Seat Legroom 12345
Seat Recline 12345
Seat Width 12345
Aisle Space 12345
Viewing Tv Screen 12345
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9/10

British Airways customer review

(United Kingdom)

The economy class seats at rear of B777-300 are very comfortable with good stretch of legs possible and good lumber support. I like the winglet headrest too.
Seat TypeEconomy Class
Aircraft TypeBOEING 777-300
Seat Layout3x4x3
Seat Legroom 12345
Seat Recline 12345
Seat Width 12345
Aisle Space 12345
Viewing Tv Screen 12345
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2/10

British Airways customer review

(United Kingdom)

The legroom is equivalent to a cheap charter short haul. The TV screen is ancient and poor quality . never again! Behind me was a tall man with his knees in my back who simply had no where else to put them. When I discussed it with him it was almost an air rage incident. I doubt the staff would have resolved it. He simply did not fit the seat. The flight from LHR to MIA was an hour extra sitting on the ground due to a cargo mess up.
Seat TypeEconomy Class
Aircraft TypeBOEING 747-400
Seat Layout3x4x3
Seat Legroom 12345
Seat Recline 12345
Seat Width 12345
Aisle Space 12345
Viewing Tv Screen 12345
no
3/10

British Airways customer review

(United Kingdom)

31C very cramped the seats feel smaller than other aircraft in the fleet in Economy. Once I had put my books and newspaper in the pocket in the seat in front my knees were right up against it. The table is very small. The biggest gripe I would have is legroom this is severely hampered by the In Flight entertainment box being placed under the seat in front.
Seat TypeEconomy Class
Aircraft TypeBOEING 787
Seat Layout3x3x3
Seat Legroom 12345
Seat Recline 12345
Seat Width 12345
Aisle Space 12345
Viewing Tv Screen 12345
no
1/10

British Airways customer review

(United Kingdom)

As I am now retired I fly long haul at least three trips a year. I also upgrade to premium economy as at 6foot 2 inches the seat pitch of 31 inches is crippling. On 1/10/2014 I flew BA 274 from Las Vegas to LHR BA premium economy the aircraft was old and tired and although the pitch was adequate I was budged up beside my next door passenger. Needless to say I will not be flying BA again as I object to paying thousands for business. Why do the various Far East Airlines give so much more for your money.
Seat TypePremium Economy
Aircraft TypeBOEING 747-400
Seat Layout2x4x2
Seat Legroom 12345
Seat Recline 12345
Seat Width 12345
Aisle Space 12345
Viewing Tv Screen 12345
no
8/10

British Airways customer review

(United States)

You're paying for leg room. That's the only benefit. A tremendous benefit yes but it's still an airplane getting you from A to B long-haul. Presumably had same food as Club World (this was a three- class airplane) no preflight bubbly. Outbound flight overnight -- seemed like an airborne campground with litter everywhere. Homebound in daylight much neater. Pricey. Can't see me sitting in economy for ten hours over eleven hours back. Wedged in. Leg room is worth it.
Seat TypePremium Economy
Aircraft TypeBOEING 777
Seat Layout2x4x2
Seat Legroom 12345
Seat Recline 12345
Seat Width 12345
Aisle Space 12345
Viewing Tv Screen 12345
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1/10

British Airways customer review

(United Kingdom)

More like nightmare than Dreamliner! Appalling leg room suitable for amputees only! Wider seat offered for $300 one way! Service and food good except for cake in cellophane for breakfast.
Seat TypeEconomy Class
Aircraft TypeBOEING 787
Seat Layout3x3x3
Seat Legroom 12345
Seat Recline 12345
Seat Width 12345
Aisle Space 12345
Viewing Tv Screen 12345
no

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British Airways is the flag carrier of the United Kingdom, with its main hub being at London Heathrow Airport where it operates from Terminal 5 and Terminal 3. The airline also has substantial operations from Gatwick Airport. British Airways is a member of Onweworld alliance, and part of International Airlines Group (IAG).

FIRST CLASS

British Airways offers First Class on many long haul routes operated by widebody aircraft (Boeing 747-400, Boeing 777, Boeing 787 and the A380). Most aircraft have 14 flat-bed seats in First Class, and 8 seats on the Boeing 787-9.

flat_seatsFlat bed seat / suite
power_iconIn-seat &/or USB power
No WiFiOnboard WiFi
AVODAudio / video on demand
DiningOn demand dining
WinesFine wines & beverage service
SleepingPillows & duvet / blanket
PyjamasPyjamas / Sleepsuit
AmenitiesAmenity kit

BUSINESS CLASS

Branded as Club World for long haul and Club Europe for short haul services, British Airways was one of the pioneers of flat bed seats in long haul business class. The product is overdue an upgrade, with the seat layout on a Boeing 777 being 8-across in contrast to the more standard 4-across layout. British Airways Club Europe cabin uses a standard Economy class seat, with the middle of each 3-across section left empty. British Airways charges business class customers to reserve seats for both long haul and short haul flights..

LONG HAUL
flat_seatsFlat bed seat
power_iconIn-seat &/or USB power
No WiFiOnboard WiFi
AVODAudio / video on demand
On demand dining
SleepingPillows & duvet / blanket
PyjamasPyjamas / Sleepsuit
AmenitiesAmenity kit

SHORT HAUL
Seat pitchSeat pitch : 31 ins
Seat widthSeat width : 17 ins
In-seat &/or USB power
No WiFiOnboard WiFi
Inflight entertainment
DiningComplimentary meal / snack

PREMIUM ECONOMY

British Airways offers a premium economy cabin on their long haul / widebody aircraft, branded as World Traveller Plus. With the exception of the larger seat, the onboard service and product varies little to the standard long haul Economy class.

Seat pitchSeat pitch : 38 ins
Seat widthSeat width : 18.5 ins
No WiFiOnboard WiFi
power_iconUSB power
AVODAudio / video on demand
DiningComplimentary meal
WinesComplimentary beverages & wines
SleepingPillow / blanket

ECONOMY CLASS

British Airways has been reducing economy class standards recently and now charge for all food and beverages on short haul services. Further cuts are expected to their long haul product standards. The cabins are branded as World Traveller for long haul, and EuroTraveller for short haul.

LONG HAUL
Seat pitchSeat pitch : 31 ins
Seat widthSeat width : 17.5 ins
No WiFiOnboard WiFi
power_iconUSB power
AVODAudio / video on demand
DiningComplimentary meal
WinesComplimentary beverages & wines
SleepingPillow / blanket

SHORT HAUL
Seat pitchSeat pitch : 29-30 ins
Seat widthSeat width : 17 ins
In-seat &/or USB power
No WiFiOnboard WiFi
Inflight entertainment
Complimentary meal / beverages