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Cheap Flights from OR Tambo to Heathrow (JNB-LHR)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from OR Tambo to Heathrow 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.
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Recent return flight deals from OR Tambo to Heathrow

Fri, 3 Oct - Tue, 28 Oct
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09:50 - 18:45JNB-LHR
33h 55m1 stop
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08:50 - 08:20LHR-JNB
21h 30m1 stop
£465Etihad Airways
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Wed, 15 Oct - Sun, 15 Feb
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23:15 - 16:15JNB-LHR
18h 00m1 stop
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06:30 - 22:05LHR-JNB
13h 35m1 stop
£465KLM
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Thu, 27 Nov - Mon, 8 Dec
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10:10 - 22:55JNB-LHR
14h 45m1 stop
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13:30 - 07:05LHR-JNB
15h 35m2 stops
£466Lufthansa
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Wed, 8 Oct - Wed, 12 Nov
Etihad Airways Logo
09:50 - 12:45JNB-LHR
27h 55m1 stop
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08:50 - 08:20LHR-JNB
21h 30m1 stop
£467Etihad Airways
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Thu, 20 Nov - Mon, 1 Dec
Etihad Airways Logo
09:50 - 06:40JNB-LHR
22h 50m1 stop
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13:55 - 08:20LHR-JNB
16h 25m1 stop
£468Etihad Airways
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Sun, 9 Nov - Wed, 12 Nov
RwandAir Logo
03:10 - 06:20JNB-LHR
29h 10m1 stop
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20:30 - 14:20LHR-JNB
15h 50m1 stop
£470RwandAir
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Tue, 28 Oct - Sat, 8 Nov
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20:15 - 08:05JNB-LHR
13h 50m1 stop
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20:05 - 10:30LHR-JNB
36h 25m1 stop
£473SWISS
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Wed, 22 Oct - Thu, 30 Oct
RwandAir Logo
03:10 - 09:45JNB-LHR
31h 35m1 stop
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20:20 - 02:20LHR-JNB
28h 00m1 stop
£479RwandAir
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Mon, 3 Nov - Thu, 13 Nov
SWISS Logo
20:15 - 18:40JNB-LHR
24h 25m2 stops
SWISS Logo
17:10 - 10:30LHR-JNB
15h 20m1 stop
£482SWISS
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Tue, 2 Dec - Tue, 9 Dec
British Airways Logo
22:00 - 07:25JNB-LHR
11h 25mdirect
British Airways Logo
21:15 - 10:25LHR-JNB
11h 10mdirect
£488British Airways
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Expert advice for your flight from OR Tambo to Heathrow

 
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Upgrade to premium economy for 18 cm extra legroom, ideal for long-haul comfort.


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Virgin Atlantic

Virgin's Upper Class offers fully flat beds and exclusive lounge access at Heathrow.


Enjoy priority boarding and extra legroom with Virgin's Economy Delight for a comfortable journey.

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OR Tambo offers four hours of free Wi-Fi. After that, you can purchase additional time on a pay-as-you-go basis.

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The Heathrow Express takes you to London Paddington in just 15 minutes. Buy tickets in advance for the best rate.

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KAYAK's insights & trends for OR Tambo to Heathrow flights

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

How much is a return flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport?

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg to London Heathrow Airport?

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

Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to London Heathrow Airport on a Tuesday and more expensive on a Saturday. On your return trip to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg, you should consider flying back on a Tuesday, and avoid Fridays for better deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport, 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport is February, where tickets cost £462 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and August, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £629 and £629 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport?

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.

Yes, flying with a stopover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop stopover the cheapest option at £551 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport, 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport, you should book around 12 weeks before departure, which saves you about 7% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 17 weeks before departure.

Good to know - Cheap tickets from OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg to London Heathrow Airport

Low seasonFebruary
Cheapest flight£226
Best time to beat the crowds (18% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (9% more expensive on average)
Flight from OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg to London Heathrow Airport

When to book flights from OR Tambo to Heathrow

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from OR Tambo to Heathrow based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Flights from OR Tambo to Heathrow: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travellers who flew the route from OR Tambo to Heathrow 
Verified travelerFlew with British AirwaysApr 2025
Allowing three hours for Heathrow transit is a good estimate.
Verified travelerFlew with British AirwaysJan 2024
None really. It’s a long, but straight forward flight. If you can afford premium economy or better, do it for the comfort.

FAQs for booking OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg to London Heathrow Airport flights

  • Can I exchange currency at London Heathrow?

    Yes, if you want to exchange money once you land in London, you can do so at one of the many Travelex stores that you can find in each terminal. You can even order your currency in advance and collect it at the airport. There are also numerous ATMs available.

  • Is it possible to get to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport by public transport and how long would it take?

    Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (JNB) is the closest airport to central Johannesburg, situated 15.5 miles from the city centre. It takes approximately 32min to get to Johannesburg OR Tambo on public transport from the city centre. In addition to the taxis and shuttle buses, which are freely available, there are five bus routes that run through the airport twice a day and one train, the Gautrain, which departs from Sandton and takes 25 minutes. You can travel to Sandton by train from all over the city.

  • Which terminal does South African Airlines fly into at London Heathrow and how can I travel to central London by public transport?

    SAA flies into Terminal 2 at London Heathrow. From there it will take 50min by public transport, on the London Underground to central London. Alternatively, the Heathrow Express (a train) goes direct to London Paddington train station in 15min (trains leave every 15min).

  • Which airlines fly direct from Johannesburg OR Tambo to London Heathrow?

    There are two airlines which fly direct, with no stops – British Airways and Virgin Atlantic. Many other airlines operate this route but with one or more stops. For example, Lufthansa has a stop in a German airport and KLM in a Dutch airport.

  • Where can I find baggage storage at London Heathrow Airport (LHR)?

    If you require a temporary storage solution for your luggage at London Heathrow, you have the convenient option of utilising the baggage storage services available in all airport terminals. Storing your baggage for a day comes at a cost of about £22.50, with payment being made upon collection.

  • Which flights can help cut my CO2 emissions when flying from Johannesburg to London Heathrow?

    In order to reduce one’s carbon footprint when flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (JNB) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR), take a look at the flights provided by KLM via Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) which can reduce a passenger’s CO2 emissions by 55%.

  • Where can I find the car rental desks at London Heathrow Airport?

    After collecting your baggage, you can locate car hire desks in the Arrivals Hall of Terminals 2 to 5. Here, you'll find a number of well known car rental agencies such as Europcar and Avis, amongst others. Shuttle buses can transport you from the airport building to the rental car collection points.

  • Can I arrange special mobility assistance at Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Upon your arrival at the airport, it's advisable to locate an assistance point, which can be found either inside or outside of the terminal. These assistance points are typically marked with disability-related logos and are equipped with buzzers or telephones to enable you to request assistance in case they are not staffed at the moment.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport was £309 for a one-way ticket and £634 for a return.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg to London Heathrow Airport?

    Lufthansa, and South African offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg to London Heathrow Airport flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg to London Heathrow Airport?

    The Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg to London Heathrow Airport flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg to London Heathrow Airport?

    oneworld, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg and London Heathrow Airport, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg to London Heathrow Airport?

    There are direct flights from OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg to London Heathrow Airport on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Johannesburg to London, Emirates or KLM?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Johannesburg to London are Emirates and KLM. With an average price for the route of £667 and an overall rating of 8.1, Emirates is the most popular choice. KLM is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of £459 and an overall rating of 7.8.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg to London Heathrow Airport?

    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 OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg to London Heathrow Airport.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to London Heathrow Airport from OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg 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 OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg to London Heathrow Airport?

    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 Heathrow Airport with an airline and back to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg with another airline.

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

    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 Heathrow Airport from OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight from London Heathrow Airport to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg? 25% of our users found flights on this route for £354 or less one-way and £524 or less round-trip.
  • If you are at the airport with a little bit of time to spare before your flight, the Shongololo Lounge is one of the best and is open to everyone. To enter, you will need to pay a small day fee and show a paper version of your boarding pass. Once in, you can shower, watch television in comfortable chairs, have a snack and take a nap. There is also champagne available.
  • If you like to quietly watch the planes take off and land, head to the observation decks on the top of each terminal at Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB). The two decks are normally calmer, quieter places than elsewhere in the airport.
  • The Letsema Spa is renowned for a good manicure, facial or pedicure before getting on the flight. There is also an oxygen bar where travellers can inhale sharp bursts of oxygen, leaving you still feeling refreshed after your flight touches down in London Heathrow (LHR).
  • There are a number of ways to make sure your baggage remains intact on its journey through Johannesburg OR Tambo airport to London Heathrow. You can wrap your luggage in saran wrap/cling film at one of the machines at the airport (they can be found in both terminals), place cable ties through zipper fastenings and use a padlock.
  • If you are delayed once you arrive and need to sleep at Johannesburg OR Tambo airport, one of the best spots often picked by travellers is in the International Transfer area in Terminal B. The floors throughout the airport don’t have carpet so can be uncomfortable, but there is also a Transit Hotel where you can book rooms in 6 or 12-hour slots.
  • If you have an early flight or need to stay the night, there are also a few hotels located just a few minutes from JNB Airport like InterContinental Airport Hotel, Premier Airport Hotel and Garden Court Airport Hotel.
  • If you want to travel by Business Class without having to fork out for the service, then check out flights with Kenya Airways who can provide an excellent Business Class rate with a flight that includes stopovers in Nairobi and Amsterdam.
  • If you’re looking to arrange parking at Johannesburg OR Tambo International Airport (JNB), make sure to pre-book your parking space online and you can save up to 60% compared to the price on arrival. This service also includes a meet & greet or valet service and security-controlled car parks.

Prefer to fly direct from OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg to London Heathrow Airport?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Johannesburg OR Tambo to London Heathrow.
Find which airlines fly direct from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to London Heathrow Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Johannesburg OR Tambo to London Heathrow

Monday

British Airways, Virgin Atlantic

British Airways, Virgin Atlantic

Tuesday

British Airways, Virgin Atlantic

British Airways, Virgin Atlantic

Wednesday

British Airways, Virgin Atlantic

British Airways, Virgin Atlantic

Thursday

British Airways, Virgin Atlantic

British Airways, Virgin Atlantic

Friday

British Airways, Virgin Atlantic

British Airways, Virgin Atlantic

Saturday

British Airways, Virgin Atlantic

British Airways, Virgin Atlantic

Sunday

British Airways, Virgin Atlantic

British Airways, Virgin Atlantic

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Direct returns

London Heathrow to Johannesburg OR Tambo

Monday

British Airways, Virgin Atlantic

British Airways, Virgin Atlantic

Tuesday

British Airways, Virgin Atlantic

British Airways, Virgin Atlantic

Wednesday

British Airways, Virgin Atlantic

British Airways, Virgin Atlantic

Thursday

British Airways, Virgin Atlantic

British Airways, Virgin Atlantic

Friday

British Airways, Virgin Atlantic

British Airways, Virgin Atlantic

Saturday

British Airways, Virgin Atlantic

British Airways, Virgin Atlantic

Sunday

British Airways, Virgin Atlantic

British Airways, Virgin Atlantic

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Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying from OR Tambo to Heathrow

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Johannesburg 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.
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7.7
RwandAirOverall score based on 37 reviews
6.9Entertainment
7.8Boarding
7.7Comfort
7.8Crew
7.3Food
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Pleasant, relaxed flight. I had 2 seats to myself, which was a bonus. I couldn't find a flight tracker ap so I could know where we were but that's a minor complaint. On the plus side, the passenger announcements did not come through my earphones but were on main speakers only. That was a nice touch.

8.0 ExcellentIan, Aug 2024KGL - LHR
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Pleasant, relaxed flight. I had 2 seats to myself, which was a bonus. I couldn't find a flight tracker ap so I could know where we were but that's a minor complaint. On the plus side, the passenger announcements did not come through my earphones but were on main speakers only. That was a nice touch.

Flight delayed by 3 hours 45 mins and no explanation given or apology. Rebooked on a flight departing to final destination 48 hrs later and baggage not delivered.

My outbound flight was grounded in Lusaka so we never made it to Paris. DO NOT fly this airline you will be stranded and your plans will be completely disrupted

Inflight entertainment with electronic charging stations can help during a long flight.

The flight was delayed with no notice. No inflight entertainment. Communication is vital in any business.

Poor communication: Flight come directly to kigali , didn’t come via mumbasa. Favouring to Rwandan passenger to move from economic to bussiness class after flight depart. Where they don’t asked other older passenger who need more comfort. Rude staff : chekin airport at Mumbai. Talking in local language (marathi) while serving and no sorry no thank you attitude.

Well it was a 2h delay flight so that said it all. With very little if any information. Boarding took for ever with long waits at the terminal and then in the finger. To top it off and increase the delay we had to take a bus in Zurich. A trip to forget

The flight did not take place because the flight was canceled and I still have not received a refund for the flight.

At the boarding gate, passengers were offered the option of checking in their carry-on luggage, as the plane was full. However, they failed to specify that they would not be dropping it off at the exit. Instead, everyone had to wait over 30 minutes at the airport carousel, and to everyone's surprise, not even the carry-on luggage, but the checked luggage, was the first to arrive. An hour later, we finally collected our bags. Lesson learned: I will never check my carry-on luggage with Swiss Air / Helvetic Airways again.

Poor. Seats uncomfortable. No leg room. Hot and humid the whole trip. Food and staffs were ok.

Delay more than hour created pressure to catch the connecting flight

The seats were so close together, when the man in front of me put his seat back, the screen in front of me was 9 inches from my face. There is no way to lean forward if I needed to pick something up. It was pretty uncomfortable for a ten hour flight. I was very surprised.

The crew was very friendly and nice! Very smooth flight.

Absolutely amazing! Best airline i have flown with, huge difference to United!

Swiss airline do not allow online check-in before 24 hrs, this is very inconvenient to us. I tried many ways such as booking code(6 numbers) or 13 booking numbers , neither of them work, Lufthansa is better which allow us to check in even before 30 hrs, so we can assign our seats( not many people want spend extra money to assign seats on top of airfare which is already spent.)

The biggest let down was with booking experience through Kayak. I booked a flight with checked bags on Kayak. Right away I got a message from travel agency that the flight is not confirmed and to call them. I called them and they said the flight I have booked is no longer available with the price I have booked it for and I can book it with about $100 more. I already had other options I could book with cheaper price so I asked them to cancel my booking. Then they said I can have the ticket with the same price but a date change which was not working for me as I had to be there for a seminar. So again I said no then they said they will cover the charges and confirm my flight. When comes time for check-in I see I have no checked bag option which means the travel agency deceived me saying I can have my booking as I had booked it. And at that point I ended up paying $155 for my checked bag going back and forth. I am extremely angry and unhappy with this experience

Food was the worst I’ve had on a VA flight. Normally it’s a lot better

I was my pleasure to fly virgin on my birthday for my first solo trip ever 🫶🏼

These are one of the older seat arrangements facing away from the windows! Not particularly convenient sets. No storage spaces. NO COAT HANGING HOOKS. Inconvenient business class seat compared to any other airlines of similar class. Staff are excellent! Extremely professional, friendly. Food is good too.

Overall, flight was excellent but check in was very slow for Premium Economy. Economy queue was shorter but we weren't allowed to use it.

The staff was not very polite but the flight was very very nice and comfortable and the entertainment was great

Great crew - old style upper class seats on the older fleet now feels dated

Premium economy more comfortable than economy, but not by much. Did was awful, do not try the omelette. Flight crew were helpful. Flight was delayed by over an hour. Overall but bad, arrived safely and thank God.

Food was excellent. Service was very good. Staff was very helpful to all passengers.

The crew was excellent as ever on Virgin. The special meal was poor unfortunately. More significantly when we arrived at Manchester Airport there was no air bridge provided and we had to exit the plane down a rickety stair case. This is unacceptable for a transatlantic flight. Whilst I understand that this is the airport’s fault at the end of the day the airline is responsible for our transportation and needs to do something.

Super friendly and helpful staff, from check-in desk to cabin crew.

A bit more space? Not practical, I know. I felt squished in but part of that could have been the man sitting next to me.

We were upgraded to economy plus and everything was awesome!

I liked the crews attentiveness, all food and drink items were tasty, and came out in a timely manner. The entertainment systems were not as responsive and my seat had issues with the auxiliary for the headphones. Seats were OK, and the headrest for my seat could go back only so far. Bathrooms were tight fit.

Flight was great only departure was delayed to saome ground crew issues

It was good although we could not land in Munich due to weather and we had to go to Stuttgart. Missed our second flight. They did get us on another flight but the seats where not the ones I paid for in the flight that we missed.

The United Airlines crew that operated this flight was subpar. They didn’t

Excellent once on board. Security staff at Johannesburg rude and aggressive.

It was my first experience in business class. It was everything I expected and more. Service was impeccable, food was delicious and I felt rested once I arrived to London

The plane was 3 hours late. What more can I say?!.. This, plus my horrendous experience of the second leg of my trip in where the plane had to be boarded (off and on) without escalators.. but not-covered outside regular steps…!! No… this is my last flight with Lufthansa!! Never again!

Loved flying with this airline. Professional, courteous staff who did everything possible to make the long flight comfortable!

The flight was good. It arrived at Heathrow on time but then there was no transport to take us to the terminal. We sat on the plane for an hour waiting for a bus. I will avoid Heathrow if possible in future. The crew were very apologetic.

we had to walk up stairs to get into the plane--no jetways. Perhaps that's a problem not with the airline but with facilities at Heathrow, Glasgow, and Edinburgh. But it was inconvenient.

The seating has become ridiculous… like a contest to see how narrow and short they can be made- forcing anyone over 5’1 to pay more to not be twisting oneself into a pretzel. Really insane- would have thought BA was better than this. Frankly- it cancels out a lot of the positive aspects.

flight was delayed from BWI to London - missed my connecting flight & then connecting flight (also British Air) was delayed - food is awful, TV & movie selection is great

Super tight economy class. My knees were hitting the back of seat in front of me (I'm only 5'6"). My small backpack (sized according to their required dimensions) would not fit under the seat in front of me because there is a box (is that the life jacket?) in the way. Over all, extremely uncomfortable. I forgive the tasteless food, but the tight seating was torture

Excellent service by the flight crew, and the food was relatively very good compared to other airlines.

Flight was excellent, staff was great. My first time in first class and it was very relaxing and comfortable.

They can separate the young children from people who want to have a rest. It had lots of crying and loud noises from the children.

I had an awful experience with British Airways as they broke the handle of my checked in suitcase and when I went to complain they told me that this was not their responsibility. This has to be one horrible airline that does not take responsibility for the damage that they have created

Didn’t fly with them as someone had cancelled my flight

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