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£36 Find Cheap Flights from Istanbul Airport to London

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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Istanbul to London, as well as popular online travel agencies
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Istanbul to London, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Everything you should know

Cheapest return fare
£64
Typical prices: £73-£161
Wizz Air
Fri 30/1Sun 1/2
IST - LGW • Direct
Cheapest one-way flight
£36
Typical prices: £35-£174
Wizz Air
Fri 16/1
IST - LTN • Direct
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Cheapest • 49% average savings
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Cheap Flights from Istanbul to London (IST-LON)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Istanbul to London that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent return flight deals from Istanbul to London

Fri, 30 Jan - Sun, 1 Feb
Wizz Air Logo
23:00 - 23:55
IST
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LGW
3h 55mdirect
Wizz Air Logo
13:55 - 20:55
LGW
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IST
4h 00mdirect
£64Wizz Air
Wed, 21 Jan - Sat, 31 Jan
Wizz Air Logo
22:00 - 23:10
IST
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LTN
4h 10mdirect
Wizz Air Logo
14:00 - 21:05
LTN
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IST
4h 05mdirect
£64Wizz Air
Thu, 25 Dec - Thu, 1 Jan
Wizz Air Logo
22:00 - 23:10
IST
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LTN
4h 10mdirect
Wizz Air Logo
16:05 - 23:10
LTN
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IST
4h 05mdirect
£66Wizz Air
Thu, 15 Jan - Wed, 21 Jan
British Airways Logo
18:40 - 19:55
IST
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LHR
4h 15mdirect
British Airways Logo
06:50 - 13:45
LHR
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IST
3h 55mdirect
£121British Airways
Fri, 27 Feb - Sun, 1 Mar
Pegasus Airlines Logo
23:45 - 11:50
IST
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STN
15h 05m1 stop
Pegasus Airlines Logo
12:50 - 06:45
STN
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IST
14h 55m1 stop
£123Pegasus Airlines
Thu, 12 Feb - Sun, 15 Feb
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:10 - 20:50
IST
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STN
13h 40m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
19:30 - 09:30
STN
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IST
11h 00m1 stop
£127Multiple Airlines
Tue, 17 Feb - Tue, 3 Mar
Pegasus Airlines Logo
23:45 - 11:50
IST
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STN
15h 05m1 stop
Pegasus Airlines Logo
12:50 - 06:45
STN
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IST
14h 55m1 stop
£129Pegasus Airlines
Mon, 26 Jan - Mon, 2 Feb
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:30 - 16:50
IST
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STN
13h 20m1 stop
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17:15 - 03:10
STN
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IST
6h 55m1 stop
£131Multiple Airlines
Mon, 29 Dec - Tue, 6 Jan
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18:30 - 22:00
IST
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LHR
6h 30m1 stop
LOT Logo
10:25 - 00:40
LHR
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IST
11h 15m1 stop
£137LOT
Fri, 16 Jan - Sat, 31 Jan
British Airways Logo
18:40 - 19:55
IST
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LHR
4h 15mdirect
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17:40 - 00:35
LHR
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IST
3h 55mdirect
£146British Airways
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Istanbul to London flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Istanbul to London to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

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Planning a trip from Istanbul to London? KAYAK’s data-powered insights will help you find cheap flights. Learn the best time to fly, how early to book your ticket, and other tips to secure great prices.

What is the cheapest Istanbul Airport to London flight route?

Data is based on round-trip flight searches on KAYAK over the past month.

The cheapest return flight from Istanbul Airport to London costs £23 on the route between Istanbul Airport (IST) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW). Over the past month, this route was, on average, 49% cheaper than other Istanbul Airport-London routes. The most popular route is between Istanbul Airport (IST) and London Heathrow Airport (LHR).

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Istanbul Airport to London?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Istanbul Airport to London clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If you are looking for a flight deal from Istanbul Airport to London, look for departures on Fridays and avoid leaving on a Wednesday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from London, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly and Saturday is the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul Airport to London?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Istanbul Airport to London, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Istanbul Airport to London is January, where tickets cost £55 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and August, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £188 and £185 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from Istanbul Airport to London?

The average return price for all direct flights, flights with one stopover, and flights with two stopovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of £111, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Istanbul Airport to London?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Istanbul Airport to London, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Istanbul Airport to London, you should book around 5 weeks before departure, which saves you about 2% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 9 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Istanbul to London

 
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Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines offers free Wi-Fi up to 1GB in Business Class, enhancing productivity.


Enjoy onboard chefs in Business Class, ensuring high-quality meal preparation and presentation.

British Airways

BA's Euro Traveller fares include a cabin bag, avoiding surprise fees unlike budget carriers.


BA's CityFlyer offers fast, easy travel from London City Airport without liquid limits.

Airports
IST

Istanbul Airport's security checkpoints can have lengthy waits. Arrive early and wear comfortable shoes for the long walk to gates.

LTN

The Luton DART offers a quick rail transfer to Luton Parkway Station, then a 32-minute ride to St Pancras in central London.

LHR

For a quick trip to London, take the Heathrow Express to Paddington in 15 minutes. Book tickets in advance for the best rates.

LGW

Gatwick Express offers a 30-minute direct service to London Victoria. It's usually quiet, ensuring a seat for a comfortable ride.

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Good to know - Cheap tickets from Istanbul Airport to London

Low seasonApril
Cheapest flight£36
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 41% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 44% lower on average.
Flight from Istanbul Airport to London Luton Airport

When to book flights from Istanbul to London

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Istanbul to London based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

Flights from Istanbul to London: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travellers who flew the route from Istanbul to London 
EmreFlew with Turkish Airlines
IST
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LHR
Sept 2024
Do not book the flights to Heathrow as they are star allience joint flights there are a lot of issues with the check-in and transfer documents are not checked in Turkey so there is a huge wait time problem during the border control due to this. It takes approximately 15 minutes for someone to go through checks because of this and if you are back at the que after the flight this issue costs you 2 hours wait time at the airport.
KFlew with Turkish Airlines
IST
-
LHR
Mar 2024
Old entertainment and bad quality headphones, couldn't hear anything. Take your flight headphone to enjoy movies

FAQs for booking Istanbul Airport to London flights

  • How do you get to the Istanbul Atatürk Airport?

    The most convenient and affordable way to travel to the airport is by the Istanbul Metro Line M1A which will transport you from the Yenikapi to the Atatürk Station. There are also shuttle bus services too that run every half an hour and stop at various places including Taksim Square.

  • Are there any departure lounges at the Atatürk Airport?

    The award winning Turkish Arlines departure lounge can be found at the Atatürk Airport. This lounge is available for all Business Class travellers and various airline membership holders including those on the Star Alliance network. Here you can grab a meal or enjoy a private relaxation room. Three are showers, a library, business areas and playrooms for kids. If you don’t hold a membership there are also various economy class lounges which you can enter for a small fee at the door.

  • What is there to do at the Atatürk Airport?

    If you have time to kill before your flight from Istanbul to London, there is plenty of shopping opportunities at the airport terminal. If you still haven’t finished your souvenir shopping, the Old Bazaar is a good place to get your authentic Turkish products, including beautifully packaged Turkish Delights or Baklava.

  • How do I get to central London from the London Airports?

    A number of the London Airports, including Gatwick and Stansted have Express Trains back into the city. Otherwise, the London Underground has multiple services out to the airports, such as the Piccadilly Line which can get you from Terminals 2 and 3 out to Kings Cross station.

  • What are some of the common stopover flights from Istanbul Airport to London?

    Air Serbia and Aegean Airlines offer some of the best single-stopover flights between these destinations. Air Serbia has flights to London Heathrow (LHR) with a short stopover at Belgrade Nikola Tesla (BEG) en route. Aegean Airlines also offers flights to Heathrow and has a stopover at Athens Airport (ATH).

  • What routes does Turkish Airlines operate from Istanbul Airport to London?

    Turkish Airlines offers some of the most affordable flights between these destinations. The most common route is a direct flight to Heathrow or London Gatwick (LGW). The airline also offers stopover flights to both Gatwick and Heathrow with a stop at Antalya Airport (AYT) en route.

  • How do I reduce my carbon footprint on flights between Istanbul and London?

    Various airlines offer reduced Co2 flights on these routes. The most common is Lufthansa, which offers flights with a single stopover at Frankfurt Airport (FRA) and a Co2 emissions reduction of up to 70%. British Airways direct flights offer around 69% fewer emissions.

  • What is the baggage policy on Wizz Air flights between these cities?

    The standard ticket only allows for one carry-on bag weighing 10 kg or less and doesn't include checked luggage. If you want to check a bag in, you can pay for a 23 kg bag or a 32 kg bag when booking online.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Istanbul Airport to London?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Istanbul Airport to London was £36 for a one-way ticket and £64 for a return.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Istanbul Airport to London?

    When flying out of Istanbul Airport you will be using Istanbul. You will be landing at one of these airports: London City, London Gatwick, London Heathrow, London Luton, or London Stansted.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Istanbul Airport to London?

    The Airbus A321neo is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Istanbul Airport to London flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Istanbul Airport to London?

    oneworld, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Istanbul Airport and London, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Istanbul Airport to London?

    There are direct flights from Istanbul Airport to London on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Istanbul to London, Turkish Airlines or Pegasus Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Istanbul to London are Turkish Airlines and Pegasus Airlines. With an average price for the route of £250 and an overall rating of 7.3, Turkish Airlines is the most popular choice. Pegasus Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of £140 and an overall rating of 6.7.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Istanbul Airport to London?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Istanbul Airport to London.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Istanbul Airport to London?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to London from Istanbul Airport is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Istanbul Airport to London?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to London with an airline and back to Istanbul Airport with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Istanbul Airport to London?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to London from Istanbul Airport up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Istanbul Airport to London

  • Looking for a cheap flight from London to Istanbul Airport? 25% of our users found flights on this route for £67 or less one-way and £83 or less round-trip.
  • For those with flights from Istanbul to London, it is important to note that Istanbul has a new airport which is one of the biggest airport’s in the world. Flights have been slowly transferred from Istanbul’s Atatürk Airport to the Istanbul New Airport. We recommend checking the airport on your ticket before you fly.
  • Istanbul’s Atatürk Airport has services that fly direct to all five of London’s major airports – Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton and London City. There are a number of affordable airlines that fly this route, including British Airways, AtlasGlobal and Pegasus Airlines where you can find some great deals.
  • If you have time before your flight from Istanbul to London, you could visit the Aviation Museum, only a 5-minute taxi ride from the airport. This museum is run by the Turkish Airforce and has a collection of cargo, commercial and military planes that date back to 1912. There are also exhibits with jet-engines, hovercrafts, and helicopters, and plenty of examples of the Turkish Airforce’s military history.
  • Travel can be a huge interruption to your routine. For those who are looking for a place to pray, meditate or observe your religious or spiritual beliefs, there are Prayer Rooms accessible for all. These are located next to the food court once you get through security.
  • If you’re looking for a chance to relax before your flight, you can book in a Swedish-style massage at the Tui Na massage parlour outside of Gate 216. If you’re looking for a manicure or a hair cut, another option is the Parsli Cemil Hair Salon which offers some simple but popular beauty treatments and services.
  • London City Airport (LCY) is often considered the best arrival airport for those living in the city centre. It offers a shorter commute from the heart of London, saving time and reducing travel hassle. Its compact size and efficient operations provide a seamless arrival experience, with quick access to public transport and fewer crowds compared to larger airports.
  • The YotelAir Istanbul Airport is a popular choice for those with early morning flights from Istanbul Airport (IST). Its convenient location within the airport terminal and comfortable, compact rooms provide a restful stay. Other options include the TAV Airport Hotel and the YOTEL Istanbul Airport City Entrance Hotel.

Prefer to fly direct from Istanbul Airport to London?

 
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Direct departures

Istanbul to London

Monday

British Airways, Turkish Airlines, Wizz Air

British Airways, Turkish Airlines, +1 more

Tuesday

British Airways, Turkish Airlines, Wizz Air

British Airways, Turkish Airlines, +1 more

Wednesday

British Airways, Turkish Airlines, Wizz Air

British Airways, Turkish Airlines, +1 more

Thursday

British Airways, Turkish Airlines, Wizz Air

British Airways, Turkish Airlines, +1 more

Friday

British Airways, Turkish Airlines, Wizz Air

British Airways, Turkish Airlines, +1 more

Saturday

British Airways, Turkish Airlines, Wizz Air

British Airways, Turkish Airlines, +1 more

Sunday

British Airways, Turkish Airlines, Wizz Air

British Airways, Turkish Airlines, +1 more

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Direct returns

London to Istanbul

Monday

British Airways, Turkish Airlines, Wizz Air

British Airways, Turkish Airlines, +1 more

Tuesday

British Airways, Turkish Airlines, Wizz Air

British Airways, Turkish Airlines, +1 more

Wednesday

British Airways, Turkish Airlines, Wizz Air

British Airways, Turkish Airlines, +1 more

Thursday

British Airways, Turkish Airlines, Wizz Air

British Airways, Turkish Airlines, +1 more

Friday

British Airways, Turkish Airlines, Wizz Air

British Airways, Turkish Airlines, +1 more

Saturday

British Airways, Turkish Airlines, Wizz Air

British Airways, Turkish Airlines, +1 more

Sunday

British Airways, Turkish Airlines, Wizz Air

British Airways, Turkish Airlines, +1 more

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Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying from Istanbul to London

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Istanbul to London. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Istanbul to London? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.3
Turkish AirlinesOverall score based on 4088 reviews
7.3Comfort
7.8Crew
7.3Boarding
7.4Food
7.4Entertainment
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This is not business class. This is premium economy. Total scam to sell this as business class

2.0 MediocreAnonymous, Dec 2025
IST - NBO
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This is not business class. This is premium economy. Total scam to sell this as business class

Seats too much and for the price we paid eve thought economy we still had to pay $169 to check a ba that’s ridiculous and also my daughter needed water so she can take her medicine we push the boton for the attendant to get us water they never came we push it 3 times no one came and ask what we needed . Am not happy with the service at all I will not fly with TK anymore

Boarding experience was a mess- both to and from Istanbul airport. No one knew anything. They asked everyone to line up according to their sit numbers- it was unbelievable. Business class had a separate line, but it was hard to find- I had to go through all that mess before finding it. Would not recommend

My experience with Turkish Airlines was good. I didn’t get the meal I ordered. So I didn’t have anything to eat which was disappointing.

They can my date of travel and let me standard in Istanbul for three days stop over and only pay for one day in a hotel with only one breakfast for three days.

the flight was cancelled and I was rebooked twice, once 26 hours later, then another 24 hours later. In total the flight was delayed for 40 hours. Never again will I use kayak or Turkish Airlines for my travel.

Worst experience with boarding once we left the wheel chair even traveling business we had to wait with all the crowd for the bus to take us to the plane then climb the stairs with our bags When you pay extra for comfort and convenience and you don’t get any is disappointing

Food is very turkish. No regard for other natinalities taste and preference. The entertainment can be improved- it was the same menu on 10/8/25 and 10/25/25. The boarding is the worst in the airline industry- I suggest you ask your staff to and watch how other airlines do it.

The best airline for international travel in terms of value you get in business class (service/cost)

I liked the overall flight experience. However, Turkish officials could do a better job at guiding non-Turkish speakers to their connecting flight gates in such a huge & vast airport.

Online check-in was unavailable for my flight. So I waited 40 min in the queue at the check-in counter. Then, unlike any other airline in the world (and I am a very frequent international flyer) Pegasus was adamant that my CPAP was just another carry on and that I had to pay extra for it. Then, after I had paid in advance for a seat, they insisted I could not sit in an exit row because I was over 60 years old (I'm clearly in good shape and buy exit row seats more or less weekly). We pushed back harder and harder and insisted on talking to the station chief, who spoke with the counter staff by phone (not to me) and eventually relented. Experience on boarf was ok-- for a budget airline.

You adjourned my flight by 1h 30 mns and only updated me 1h30 mns before the new scheduled flight. I submitted an email to Kayak asking for a refund. It was the most stressful experience I've had.

Not because when i try to do check in there is only in turkish language i can not select other language

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Don't fly Pegasus, terrible service at the airport and boarding was really bad. Both flights I took with them were significantly late. This flight had us all changing the gate at the last moment and it was chaos.withour explanation or apology. The planes have seats that don't recline and seats are really hard. The crew on board was good both flights, but that is the only positive thing I can say about this airline. It's not worth it and I won't be flying them again.

The airport staff were some of the worst I've ever flown, and I fly at least 50x every year. From the staff at the gate, to the check in staff, to the ticketing sales staff. My experience in Instanbul was so bad Ill.never fly Pegasus again. They were incredibly rude, dismissive and not helpful whatsoever. This is the worst of the worst if you want to fly a budget airline I'd go elsewhere. The airplane seats are really uncomfortable and don't recline at all, you get charged for every single thing so in the end you will pay more flying with them. The crew on the plane were the only kind people we encountered with Pegasus.

Pegasus Airlines which is the most efficient and cost worth low cost airline all over the Europe

Flight from London was delayed and we had to hurry up to catch the connecting flight to Riyadh

The crew were outstandingly kind and cheerful. We carried our cat and they offered help.

Late departure. No announcements. Boarding was a disaster. Some kind of technical issue scanning boarding passes.

Check in was was and the agent was very friendly and helpful The lounge was nice...boarding was straight from the lounge Everything worked at our seats, and video entertainment was good ..food was mediocre

The flight was excellent in World Travellor plus. Well worth the extra money. Boarding at Phoenix was the usual poorly organized event. Very stressful.

Although business class, the seating was really cramped. The food was so so.

Not only were the aircrafts spacious, but the crew was friendly and efficient. I was so gracious for the included meals on the longer flight (8+ hours).

Smooth trip no turbulence which is always a bonus for me lol! In cattle class so an element of being a bit squished (but not as bad as other shorter haul airlines) smaller plane than the one we flew out on and entertainment system wasn’t as modern but still definitely passed the time. Lovely crew x

The check-in baggage belt was broken (which is understandable) but what was surprising is they would check you in, give a baggage tag and then you have to drag the baggage to a different counter at the end of airport. No vegetarian option in in-flight meal. British Airways remains the worst big name airlines and always my last option while booking.

Decrepit planes, poor business class layout designed to maximize revenue, no decent movie selection.

Entertainment did not work from DC to London. Was not able to check in online during my return journey from Mumbai to London. Food was good!

The to flight was excellent but the return flight the seats seemed not cushioning enough.

⭐ British Airways Review — A Journey of Highs, Lows, and Lessons ⭐ I recently flew Business Class round-trip from Boston to Mumbai with British Airways, and my experience was a tale of two extremes — from disappointment to exceptional service, and then back to inconsistency. Boston → London: A Surprisingly Poor Start My journey began on a disappointing note. On a 6-hour Business Class flight, I was surprised to discover that there wasn’t a single proper vegetarian meal option available. I was offered a few bakery items only after repeatedly requesting something to eat. The flight attendant shrugged, offered no solution, and eventually — quite literally — threw some bread at me after much delay. This was not only disheartening, it was extremely surprising given my wonderful Business Class experience with BA last year. I stepped off that flight genuinely hungry and had to make a mad dash to the lounge just to get a proper meal. London → Mumbai: A Complete Turnaround The next sector restored my faith in British Airways. The entire crew was warm, welcoming, attentive, and genuinely caring. A special shoutout to Phiroze, Sara and the entire team serving the Business Class cabin — their professionalism, hospitality, and thoughtful service were extraordinary. They truly embodied what makes British Airways a global leader, and I am deeply grateful for the experience they provided. This is the BA I know and love. Mumbai → London: A Strange Meal Schedule This sector was generally fine, but the meal timing was puzzling. Lunch at 10:30 AM — for a Business cabin — felt unusual, and most passengers, including myself, barely touched it. The rest of the service was smooth, but the scheduling definitely needs a rethink. London → Boston: Mixed Experience Again The flight itself was decent, but the Business Lounge at Heathrow for this leg was a letdown. Arrived during lunch hours: no hot vegetarian options available Lounge area: dirty dishes everywhere Even after politely alerting the staff, the dishes were ignored and left uncleared For a premium cabin passenger — and at one of the world’s busiest international hubs — this was disappointing. Overall Impression My journey with British Airways felt inconsistent — two great sectors sandwiched between two that fell short of the BA standard. When BA is good, it is world-class. When it misses, the gap is noticeable. I genuinely hope the airline takes this feedback as constructive insight. I continue to believe in British Airways, and I commend the outstanding crew on the London → Mumbai sector — they were the highlight of my entire trip. With a little more focus on vegetarian meal availability, lounge service, and consistency across crews, BA can ensure every Business Class passenger experiences the premium journey they promise.

Bad. Cancelled and delayed flight. Payed 25£ for seat but got just normal one. No one refunded the money.

Very efficient boarding. Plane lready for take ooff10 minutes before time.

Great crew. Seats do not recline :( but it is budget so i should have known. Otherwise comfy leather chair. Slight slim chair but again budget so expected. No entertainment do makes journey boring. Recommend packing plenty of snacks and games or download plenty of films and music in your device. Staff excellent. Clean flight. On time.

Both of my flights had issues with their time slot with air traffic control, so they left over an hour late and the flight back to London was delayed by over an hour. Please provide more clarity about baggage requirements on booking sites, your website and within the app. I had to pay for extra bags at the airport when departing London, because they didn’t specify that your carry on bag can only be a backpack and not a trolley, my trolley bag fit the size requirements of the backpack but still I was made to pay

The crew at Check-in was very helpful. It’s was appreciate.

It’s a budget airline. You get what you pay for. They insisted on getting us out of the gate and into our slot on time. They got us to the destination safely. Aircraft was clean and well maintained. What more could we want

Half an hour delay. Squeezed into a small Departure Lounge with very few seats. Noisy flight with screaming unruly kids. Loud IPads and Phones. Heaven!

Were delayed in the airport for 5 hours with no explanation. Flight kept getting delayed by an hour at a time and wizz air staff were no where to be found

The flight was delayed 5 hours and I'm and invalid,I wan a refund for this

The cabin crew on that flight were super fantastic and super helpful. They were so polite and considerate that i felt i travelled with a 5star airline.

Delayed delayed delayed - always with Wizzair. Staff were friendly and well mannered but clearly the company is unorganized and the aircrafts are outdated.

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