British Airways

Founded in 1974, British Airways is a global airline with the best customer service and ratings. It is named among the top air carriers in the United Kingdom. With over 100 years of experience, this airways provides both short and long-haul flights. Additionally, it operates air carriers in over 180 destinations, including various major cities in Europe, North America, Asia, Africa, and the Middle East. Meanwhile, its primary hub is London Heathrow Airport, but it also operates from London Gatwick and London City Airport, offering numerous connections and facilitating seamless travel for passengers.

Travel Classes

British Airways offers various seating options on its flight carriers. Travellers can select seats in Economy, Premium Economy, Business Class, and First Class. 

Economy Class

British Airways Economy Class varies depending on whether the flight is short or long distance. Economy Class is divided into two types: Euro Traveller and World Traveller. 

Euro Traveller: This Economy travel class is offered on flights travelling within Europe and the United Kingdom. It provides great value fare, along with adjustable and comfortable seats. However, Euro Traveller has three fare choices that are given below:

Basic Fares	Plus Fares	Plus Flex Fares
Travellers can take a generous amount of hand baggage.	Passengers can carry 23kg of checked baggage in addition to their hand baggage allowance.	Travellers can carry 23kg of checked baggage in addition to their hand baggage allowance.
Passengers are allotted seats after they check-in.	You are allowed to choose seats 48 hours prior to the scheduled departure.	These fare travellers are provided flexibility to select seats during the reservation.
Travellers can add checked bags or choose seats by paying the applied fee.	Travellers can change their flight on the departure day for free, at least one hour before their scheduled departure time.	British Airways guests can also change flights at least 1 hour prior to the departure.
		Passengers will be provided a full refund after the cancellation.

World Traveller: World Traveller of Economy Class is available on long-distance flights. It provides a comfortable cabin with recliner seats, tasty meals, beverages, and access to in-seat power. Meanwhile, this seating class has two fare types:

Basic	Standard
Passengers can carry hand baggage of fixed weight and size set by the airline.	Passengers can carry 23kg of checked baggage in addition to their hand baggage allowance.
Seats are pre-allotted to the travellers.	British Airways guests can select seats 24 hours before the scheduled departure.
Passengers can add a checked bag, choose their seat, or extra services by paying.	These fare holders can board the flight before the basic fare passengers.

Premium Economy 

British Airways Premium Economy is named World Traveller Plus. This travel class is provided on medium and long-distance flights. Meanwhile, it offers more space and comfort compared to the Economy. However, in this seating class, passengers get wider seats, extra legroom, and priority boarding. World Traveller Plus also includes an extra checked bag and access to exclusive lounges. 

Business Class

British Airways Business Class offers a wide range of services to provide comfort and convenience. Meanwhile, the in-flight services depend on whether the flight is long or short-distance. The business class has two types:

Club Europe: Club Europe Business class is available on flight carriers flying within Europe and the U.K. This cabin class is situated on the front of the air carrier. Additionally, this cabin offers window, and aisle seats with more personal space, priority boarding, access to departure lounges, and complimentary in-flight dining.

Club World: It is provided for long-haul flights. Additionally, these cabin seats can be reclined into flat beds. Meanwhile, travellers can access private lounges, priority boarding, and check-in, along with more on-board facilities. However, British Airways’ new Club Suite offers a private suite with a door for more privacy. 

First Class

British Airways First Class is the most luxurious class, offering private suites with fully recliner seats, fine dining, and other personalised service. Meanwhile, the travellers can access the Concorde Room lounge at London Heathrow and enjoy the highest level of comfort and exclusivity. First Class British Airways is available on long-distance flights. 

British Airways Baggage Allowance

British Airways Baggage Allowance varies depending on travel classes, and ticket type. However, passengers can carry one free British Airways cabin baggage and one free small Hand Bag. Meanwhile, they can also take free checked baggage according to their fare class. 

British Airways Hand Bag size and weight	British Airways cabin baggage size and weight	British Airways checked baggage size and weight
The handbag should be under 16 x 12 x 6 inches.	British Airways cabin baggage size shouldn’t exceed 22 x 18 x 10 inches including the wheels and handles.	The checked baggage size must be under 35 x 30 x 17 inches.
British Airways Hand Bag weight shouldn’t exceed 23 Kg (51lb).	The luggage shouldn’t be more than 23 Kg (51lb).	Economy passengers can carry 1 whereas premium economy guests can carry 2 free checked weighing up to 23 Kg (51lb).
Passengers can put essentials such as medication, mobile phones, other electronic devices, and passports.	This baggage should not have any valuables, electronics, or essential medicines.	Business travellers can carry 2 checked baggage whereas First class passenger guests can take 3 free checked luggage weighing up to 32kg (70lb).
The Hand Bags should be placed under the traveller’s seat.

Check-in

Passengers can complete their British Airways Check-in procedure through its official website, mobile app, or at the airport counter. Meanwhile, travellers can do British Airways online check-in 24 hours prior to the flight’s scheduled departure. Whereas, if the guests are unable to access the online check-in, they can do it with the self-service kiosk device or with the help of an airline agent at the airport counter. 

British Airways Other Amenities and Services

British Airways offers other various amenities and services for passengers’ convenience. Here are the following facilities:

On-board Entertainment and Wi-Fi 

Travelers can get the benefit of British Airways’ in-flight entertainment on all long-haul international flights which provides a range of TVs, movies, music, and games. Meanwhile, they can also access high-speed in-flight Wi-Fi by paying its charges.

Meals and Drink

British Airways provides a variety of meals and drinks for its customers. However, the dining menu varies depending on the passenger’s travel class and route.

• Economy passengers travelling short-distance flights are offered food provided by Marks & Spencer to purchase, including sandwiches and sweet and savoury snacks.
• Meanwhile, Premium Economy or Business travellers flying on short-distance flights are provided complimentary meals based on the length of the flight as part of the Club Europe service.
• Whereas, long-distance flight travellers are offered complimentary food on all flights, along with breakfast in the morning and a meal for either lunch or dinner and afternoon tea provided on select flights.

Frequent Flyer Programme

British Airways loyalty programme, Executive Club, offers access to special lounges and dedicated ‘fast’ queues. Passengers can collect Avios (points) every time they fly with British Airways or purchase from one of its partners. The more Avios earned, the higher the level of membership travellers are awarded. Meanwhile, the passengers can also use Avios to purchase or upgrade flights on any British Airways flight or any Oneworld alliance member.

British Airways Pet Travel

When flying with pets, Passengers must follow the British Airways Pet Travel policy. Here are some rules that travellers should keep in mind: 

• Travellers can’t take their pets inside their flight cabin. Meanwhile, only medically approved service dogs are allowed in the cabin. 
• Passengers must provide 7 days’ notice if they want to take their service dog into the cabin with them. 
• However, travellers need to board a British Airways flight from London Heathrow, London Gatwick or Manchester Airport to be able to take their service dog with them.
• Passengers can also transport their pet on a British Airways flight as manifest (air) cargo – this can be arranged through IAG Cargo. 

Conclusion:

This article is to provide information about the services and facilities provided by British Airways. Meanwhile, you must go through the rules and regulations set by the airline during the reservations. However, you can also request assistance from the airline agent for any issue related to booking, cancellations, pet travel, and check-in. 

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