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British Airways

The UK's flag carrier, flying direct from London to destinations around the world. Great for the USA, India and the Middle East.

About the airline

What kind of airline is British Airways?

British Airways is the UK's flag carrier, with its main hub at London Heathrow. It flies direct to the USA, Canada, India, the Middle East, Africa, Asia and the Caribbean, as well as across Europe.

Flying direct saves time, especially on long journeys, and BA's network makes it easy to reach many destinations without changing planes.

  • Full-service airline
  • Hub: London Heathrow
  • oneworld member
  • The British Airways Club
  • ~8 hrsnon-stop London to New York
  • LHRhome at London Heathrow
  • 180+destinations worldwide
  • 1974year British Airways was formed

British Airways from the UK

Where British Airways can take you

Direct flights from London to many of the places our travellers love.

New York Direct flight

Most popular route

London to New York

One of the busiest routes in the world, with many flights a day from Heathrow to New York JFK.

  • Directno change of plane
  • ~8 hoursflight time
  • Many dailyfrom London Heathrow
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Direct from London to destinations around the world

Popular direct routes

No change of plane

India

LHRDEL

London to Delhi

Direct to India's capital.

  • Direct, no change of plane
  • Flight about 9 hours
  • Best: Oct to Mar
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Family favourite

LGWMCO

London to Orlando

Direct to Florida's theme parks.

  • Direct, no change of plane
  • Flight about 9.5 hours
  • Best: All year
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Winter sun

LHRDXB

London to Dubai

Direct to the UAE.

  • Direct, no change of plane
  • Flight about 7 hours
  • Best: Nov to Mar
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Caribbean

LGWBGI

London to Barbados

Direct to the Caribbean.

  • Direct, no change of plane
  • Flight about 8.5 hours
  • Best: Dec to Apr
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Long haul

LHRCPT

London to Cape Town

Direct to South Africa, with no jet lag.

  • Direct, no change of plane
  • Flight about 11.5 hours
  • Best: Nov to Mar
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City break

LHRIST

London to Istanbul

Direct to the city on two continents.

  • Direct, no change of plane
  • Flight about 4 hours
  • Best: Mar to Jun
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British Airways network 180+

destinations from London

Can't see your city? These are popular too:

  • Toronto
  • Johannesburg
  • Tokyo
  • Singapore
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Onward times are approximate and from the connecting airport. Schedules change by season, so we confirm times before you book.

On board

Choose your cabin

British Airways offers four cabins on many long-haul routes.

  1. 01

    Economy

    Meals and drinks on long-haul flights, with checked baggage on most fares.

  2. 02

    Premium Economy

    A wider seat with more legroom, called World Traveller Plus.

  3. 03

    Business

    Club suites with lie-flat beds and lounge access.

  4. 04

    First

    The most space and service, on selected routes.

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Comparing BA with other airlines

On some routes, a one-stop fare with another airline can be cheaper or include more baggage. We compare all the options for your route, so you can decide what matters most.

We'll explain fare types and baggage before you book.

FAQ

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Quick answers about booking British Airways flights with us.

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Where does British Airways fly from?

Mainly London Heathrow and Gatwick, with some flights from other UK airports.

Does BA fly direct to India?

Yes. British Airways flies direct from London to several cities in India.

What is World Traveller Plus?

It is British Airways' premium economy cabin, with a wider seat and more legroom.

Do you book BA holidays as well as flights?

Yes. We can add hotels and transfers to your British Airways flights.