IATA code | BA |
ICAO code | BAW |
British Airways headquarters | Harmondsworth, United Kingdom |
Main operational airport | London Heathrow Airport Terminal 3 and Terminal 5. |
Number of destinations covered by British Airways | More than 190 destinations |
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Year of establishment | 1974 |
Parent company | International Airlines Group |
Popular fleet | Airbus A319-100, Airbus A320-200, Airbus A321-200, Airbus A350-1000, Airbus A380-800, Boeing 777-200, Boeing 777-300, Boeing 787-8, Boeing 787-9, Embraer 190 (BA CityFlyer) |
Official airline website | britishairways.com |
Flying to over 190 of the world's most popular destinations, British Airways is the national carrier of the United Kingdom. Founded in 1974, British Airways operates the country's largest airline fleet of more than 280 aircraft from the iconic Heathrow Airport in London. As one of the founding members of the Oneworld alliance, the airline provides connectivity to more than 150 countries and is one of the only airlines to have flights to each of the six major continents. Over the years, the carrier has won several prestigious awards in its stride.
Renowned for its innovative service, exceptional comfort, and warm British hospitality, the airline strives to cater to its passengers' unique requirements and ensure an unforgettable travel experience. Book British Airways flights and choose from four travel classes, Economy, Premium Economy, Business, and First Class.
With a British Airways booking, flyers can also take advantage of an array of services for a seamless journey including British Airways online check-in, and other exclusive benefits.
Online booking of British Airways flights can be made on Almosafer.
Award Year | Award Type |
2022 | Best Short-haul Airline by Business Traveller Awards |
2021 | Best Airport Lounge by Business Traveller Awards |
2020 | Best Travel App by Business Traveller Awards |
2019 | Best Airline Staff in Europe by Skytrax |
2019 | Best Airport Lounge by Business Traveller Awards |
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The standard weight per checked baggage on British Airways flights is 23 KG, to be varied depending on your booking, destination, class, and the status of Executive Club Tier.
Class | Checked bags |
Economy Basic (cabin and carry-on only | 0 |
Economy (with checked bag) | 1 x 23kg |
Premium economy | 2 x 23kg |
Business | 2 x 32kg |
First | 3 x 32kg |
A. You can check the British Airways flight status through their official website.
A. You can contact British Airways customer service through an English live chat or through phone. Every query has a different line, you can check their official website for all the details.
Yes, British Airways allows web check-in.
Yes, British Airways offers online seat selection at a nominal fee or free. It depends on your flight booking.
Almosafer would help you with cancellations. Make sure to check our cancellation policy before making any changes. Furthermore, Cancellation information can be found via your booking details.
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British Airways provide priority boarding to business and first-class passengers, passengers with frequent flyer status or loyalty program members, and passengers with disabilities or special needs.