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£294 Find Cheap Flights from London Heathrow Airport to Colombo

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Cheapest return fare
£547
Typical prices: £571-£746
Gulf Air
Tue 3/3Mon 16/3
LHR - CMB • 2 stops
Cheapest direct flights
£626
Typical prices: £616-£861
SriLankan Airlines
Thu 23/4Sun 3/5
LHR - CMB • Direct
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Cheap Flights from Heathrow to Colombo (LHR-CMB)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Heathrow to Colombo 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 Heathrow to Colombo

Tue, 3 Mar - Mon, 16 Mar
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21:50 - 09:45
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30h 25m2 stops
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16:55 - 14:45
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27h 20m2 stops
£547Gulf Air
Wed, 4 Mar - Wed, 18 Mar
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21:50 - 10:10
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CMB
30h 50m2 stops
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17:00 - 14:45
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27h 15m2 stops
£547Gulf Air
Mon, 12 Jan - Tue, 27 Jan
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13:55 - 08:15
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12h 50m1 stop
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04:00 - 14:30
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16h 00m1 stop
£548Etihad Airways
Sun, 11 Jan - Sun, 25 Jan
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20:55 - 20:20
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17h 55m1 stop
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16:30 - 12:05
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25h 05m1 stop
£549Etihad Airways
Fri, 16 Jan - Mon, 26 Jan
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13:55 - 02:50
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CMB
31h 25m1 stop
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04:00 - 18:10
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19h 40m1 stop
£550Etihad Airways
Fri, 20 Feb - Sun, 8 Mar
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19:50 - 08:10
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30h 50m1 stop
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22:15 - 19:20
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26h 35m1 stop
£550IndiGo
Tue, 6 Jan - Sun, 8 Mar
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20:55 - 02:50
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CMB
24h 25m1 stop
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16:30 - 14:30
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27h 30m1 stop
£551Etihad Airways
Mon, 23 Feb - Fri, 13 Mar
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09:30 - 10:10
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CMB
19h 10m2 stops
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15:55 - 06:35
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20h 10m2 stops
£552Gulf Air
Wed, 25 Feb - Sun, 15 Mar
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13:55 - 20:20
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CMB
24h 55m1 stop
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16:30 - 14:30
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27h 30m1 stop
£553Etihad Airways
Sat, 21 Feb - Thu, 12 Mar
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13:55 - 02:50
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31h 25m1 stop
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04:00 - 14:30
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16h 00m1 stop
£553Etihad Airways
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Heathrow to Colombo flights

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

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How much is a return flight from London Heathrow Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

This analysis is based on the cheapest return trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport departing in March.

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

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

If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to Colombo on a Sunday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Friday is the most expensive day to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Colombo. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Tuesday and avoiding Fridays for the best deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from London Heathrow Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl 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 London Heathrow Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is September, where tickets cost £591 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £1,032 and £982 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from London Heathrow Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl 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.

No, with an average price for the route of £649, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from London Heathrow Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl 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 London Heathrow Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 8% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 10 weeks before departure.

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Consider Fast Track security at Heathrow to skip lines, especially on busy days like Fridays and weekends.

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For a smooth arrival, pre-book a taxi or use Uber from Colombo airport. It's cheap and convenient.

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Good to know - Cheap tickets from London Heathrow Airport to Colombo

Low seasonDecember
Cheapest flight£294
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 36% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly (43% more expensive on average)
Flight from London Heathrow Airport to Colombo

When to book flights from Heathrow to Colombo

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Heathrow to Colombo based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking London Heathrow Airport to Colombo flights

  • Which business lounges are at London Heathrow?

    If you’re flying business class, be sure to relax and work at No1 Lounge in Heathrow Airport. Regardless of your airline and ticket, you are able to enjoy the facilities at an extra cost beginning at around £34. Opening hours are usually 05:00 to 21:00, and some facilities include unlimited Wi-Fi, charging points and a buffet. If you need quiet time, there are private study spaces. Accessible toilets are also present in the lounge.

  • How can I hire a car when I arrive in Colombo?

    Car hire is located within arrivals. Some companies to choose from are Casons, SIXT Rent-a-car and Saffron. You can find deals directly here through KAYAK, mostly supplied by Sri Lanka Rent a Car. If you book in advance, you are likely to have a meet-and-greet service waiting for you on arrival.

  • What hotels are there on site at London Heathrow?

    Hilton Garden Inn is located in Terminal 2 at Heathrow; with closed passageways to Terminal 3, it is very close to the airport. You can choose from a number of rooms, offering free Wi-Fi, air conditioning and room service. There is an onsite bar, restaurant and even a fitness centre.

  • Where are the layovers on this route?

    Emirates offers many of the flights on this route , and the layover tends to be in Dubai, boasting a luxury airport full of facilities. Other flights stop in Abu Dhabi, Istanbul and India depending on the airline.

  • What is the cheapest flight from London Heathrow Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport was £294 for a one-way ticket and £547 for a return.

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

    The Airbus A330-300 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the London Heathrow Airport to Colombo flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from London Heathrow Airport to Colombo?

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

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

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

  • Which is the best airline for flights from London to Colombo, Emirates or Qatar Airways?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from London to Colombo are Emirates and Qatar Airways. With an average price for the route of £974 and an overall rating of 8.1, Emirates is the most popular choice. Qatar Airways is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of £618 and an overall rating of 7.4.

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

    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 London Heathrow Airport to Colombo.

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

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

    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 Colombo with an airline and back to London Heathrow Airport with another airline.

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

    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 Colombo from London Heathrow 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 London Heathrow Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight from Colombo to London Heathrow Airport? 25% of our users found flights on this route for £418 or less one-way and £676 or less round-trip.
  • If you’re travelling with limited mobility, London Heathrow Airport (LHR) has blue badge parking available in all car parks, close to the entrance and access routes. We recommend notifying your airline at least 48h before departure. Accessible toilets are located throughout, along with quiet areas for rest breaks. Induction loops and telephones adapted for hearing aids are also present within the terminals.
  • The recommended way to arrive at the Colombo centre from the airport is via the Colombo Express, a shuttle provided by the airport. The journey time is around 1h, with buses departing every 30min or so, roughly between 05:30 and 20:30. Prices for tickets begin around Rs110 (£1.15). You can also take a taxi, which will take around 35min and cost on average Rs3,000 (£31).
  • There are children's play areas located in each terminal at Heathrow, along with baby-changing facilities. Kids eat for free during school holidays; some participating restaurants are Big Smoke, Leon and Giraffe. To save the hassle of bringing baby milk through security, use the baby milk service, where you can reserve and collect it when you arrive at the airport.
  • If you choose a flight with Qatar Airways, you will have a multitude of choices for entertainment. There are over 5,000 movies to choose from in different languages, not to mention TV shows, from sports to kids' programmes. If you’re more of a music lover, you can peruse the audio selection, which includes podcasts and audiobooks. Children can play games, from Sonic the Hedgehog to Angry Birds.
  • When you arrive at Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB), there is a tourist information office. You will also find a first aid centre and post office, along with day rooms, which are air-conditioned and designed to give you a rest before the next leg. Toilets are available, and there are shops to purchase snacks or last-minute supplies.

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Direct returns

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to London Heathrow

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Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying from Heathrow to Colombo

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from London to Colombo. 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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Qatar AirwaysOverall score based on 3677 reviews
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First keep the airline as you promise. Reason for travelling from Orlando to Tampa is to go with Qatar Airline. We end up with American Airline. As expected the service was horrible.

4.0 OkayJeyi, Jul 2025
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First keep the airline as you promise. Reason for travelling from Orlando to Tampa is to go with Qatar Airline. We end up with American Airline. As expected the service was horrible.

Terrible experience resolving missed connection after flight was delayed. 3 hour queue at transit desk, not enough staff, no organisation, worst ever flying experience.

The American/Hollywood movies in the entertainment system lack english subtitles, they tend to have only arabic subtitles. Coupled with the low quality airplane earphones and cabin noise, it sometimes is difficult to follow the movie dialogues.

All the crew members were too slow and rude. Most of the times the registers were empty, while hundreds of customers were waiting in line, and it was impossible to get a supervisor. Despite being in line on time, I missed my freight, plus a some customers who were ahead and behind me.

The space was tight, hardly any leg room and the crew surprisingly were busy and did not take the time to attend to passengers, felt rushed. There was a delay for check in since the systems were down the airport staffs were accommodating

Well organized boarding, efficient and on time. Nice crew on the plane. Thank you!

The Qatar Airways staff pre-boarding and also on the flight from Dallas to Doha were incredibly mediocre and arrogant. Consider retraining these individuals Other flights were ok.

Worst air experience in whole life . Boarding and checking was hassle as they did 3 times. Crew team was clueless about passengers need. Despite of passengers raising hand , they were resetting the program

The food is not good and also if you ask crew to bring something they say ok I will bring but you will never get it. Please they should listen good to passengers

Aircraft was spacious compared to American Airlines, food was great, entertainment was much better with a wide variety of options, and the crew was very polite.

Seat space was tight and uncomfortable. There was hardly any cushioning giving me a terrible tail bone ache. Getting and out was extremely cramped. We paid for seat choices and felt totally ripped off. Food was mediocre. By the time the servers served 2 or 3 rows they ran out of this or that option as we saw on the inbound trip also. This is infuriating. Entertainment choices were extremely limited for such a long haul. The screen froze on occasion and did not switch off when the on off button was pressed. When it did it came back on its own in 5 seconds. The airlines has gone downhill since last year.

I paid 44 $ for seat upgrade (22D) and my seat was stack in high position for all the 6 hours of flight. I don't recommend the upgrade. I am looking to get my upgrade payment back

Crew was amazing as usual. Very comfortable for a 13hour flight. Check in at ATL was terrible. Ticket counter charged me $200 for a small bag. Apparently Kayak sold me a zero luggage ticket. No carry on no checked. So the check in desk charged me a bullshit $200 dollar fee for a small gym bag weighing less than 20lbs. In true 3rd party ticket buying. This will turn into a finger pointing process between Kayak and Etihad. Now I'm going to have to ship my bag back in the mail a day ahead of my return flight.

excellent, staff and boarding were all seamless and no issues, thank you!

Wish the flight attendants were more attentive in serving food

More leg space than other flights, but *maybe* narrower seats

More leg space than other flights, but felt like *maybe* narrower seats?

Poor boarding with incorrect gate numbers. Poor service they told me to throw away brand new water bottles. Poor immigration officers most likely American who hates Muslims. Poor service in the plane with no Urdu language sign posted anywhere. Horrible seats with no comfort at all they think people traveling in economy are animals. Slow food and water services. Slow baggage arrival.

Very delayed and uncomfortable seats. Nothing written in Urdu for Pakistanis. Tons of Pakistanis use the airline they should ensure the airline is accommodating them properly.

I was charged $604 for a bag that weighed 17 kg. I was given three different prices until they landed on the most expensive one and didn't budge a penny. It's ironic and a bit enraging because the total cost of my ticket was $468. I've traveled the world and never experienced these kind of prices for only one piece of checked luggage.

From the checking, ground handlimg was very poor.seems new personal on duty,people qho suppose to be teaching them didnt see around.new people may mislead passenger, as of flt info boards, not give proper info.even informatiin counter people dont get uptodate info.makin big ques, totally disaster.guests were not happy about it.even boarding to aircraft some BC class pax sent to aft staircase, some aft pasx sent to front door.poor ground handling.may need to improove.

Nice crew.flight delay fromBKK for some ground prep issue I guess, crew serve well to guest, and respect to guest as well. As usual AC is old,and nt much comert in compare to other rehional airliners.other than that.all good

All good, on time, depart.only bad side was, airxraft is too old to be in business.hope ailine will manage somethinv somewhat.all good

Flight was on time.food is as usual good.Aircraft is old.old A320, seats aithout any display.crew serve well

Was good, comparatively. A330, with good crew set.on time depature. And crew try there best, to make thing efficient.

Spesific ,Crew and cabin manager, look after all pax on board despite being in a old A320 equipment.Got free seat upgrade as well,but old style seats, no much comfert on it.But food and the spesific crew, was amazing.maintain airlanka standerd.the cabin manager, who was so much keen,keen operate as per SOP.

Was got free upgrade, on old A320.aircraft is out dated kind of.bt service ,cabin manager, tried there best.and food was excelent.

When flying from Indian Sector, should be more prepared with Indian food

KAYAK Real time status update is not accurate.the flight inbound rejected and go around.and came back and land. Delay abt 30 min.still shows ontime.track ur self if u wana real time.and cabin crew s are nicer. Aircraft is jst ok.old airplane.and in midflight ,seems have some compressor issue.airconditioning was nt work properly either.I could litarary see guests were cheking if AC is working.bt on landing it start to gv cool.which probably some one intentionaly kept .which was so bad.even breathing was bit difficult.otjer than that.for me all ok.

This leg of the trip was smoother than compared to the initial trip. Sri Lankan Airlines still have much work to do to improve the overall travel experience.

Nice lounge but had a 5 hour layover which is a lot

Flight on time and priority boarding worked. I travelled economy although business was available as no flights are cheap these days and at least with BA loyalty card I get a baggage allowance for nothing. That made the flight comparable or even cheaper than the ‘budget’ alternative. As for catering and entertainment - not on a BA short haul economy ! At least we were offered biscuits and water! Catering for economy short haul has been reduced to the minimum - no tea or coffee or other drinks than water (from a large bottle with a paper cup on offer). They will say this is better for the environment, which it is, but proper waste management is still needed for empty packets etc. so actually it’s a money saver.

Audi visual not working for a whole group of seats in first class. How does a plane leave the main hub in such poor condition? How much that we can’t see so immediately is also compromised?

main meals are horrible but then you dont fly for the food

It was good. Couldn’t Check in online and select seats

It was great. Enough space and room for legs . Great service to.

⭐ 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 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.

We were in business class and I had seat # 1. This was a night flight and after dinner was served, lights were dimmed and I went to sleep. The crew were loud and noisy so I didn’t get much sleep. I expect the crew to enjoy themselves but would Appreciate some decency in staying quiet while the passengers sleep

Have travelled business class with other airlines who profess to be the best in the world. They can however not beat the service and comfort that BA provide.

Great on board entertainment Tasty food Cattle class obviously crammed but not as bad as shorter hall flights

Aircraft condition poor, no inflight entertainment, broken seats, seats worn, split armrests, flat seat cushions and seat would recline. Aircraft needs refitting completely!

I reached the check in counter 1 hour before take off and was denied boarding because the luggage could no longer be transferred to the flight. I was aback when throughout the world(including India) for a domestic flight, you need to report 1 hour before boarding. Then on top of that i was made to buy a brand new ticket. I had paid $350 for a business ticket between delhi and mumbai and then was made to buy another economy ticket for $100, No concessions/discounts were made for the airline's own inefficiency! The reservation counter was also extremely rude and unapologetic about making me pay a second time. For such a mediocre airline, there seems to be zero focus on providing good service to their customers and providing a pleasant experience.

Bad seats. Broken entertainment system. Charging port not working. Seats were broken worn out. Crew was amazing. They helped as much as they could.

only passenger seats are too much narrow. It’s not comfortable otherwise it’s good. Seats are very important because it’s main in Travel

Poor hygiene in the lavatories. Limited control of passengers who often were up standing around my seat talking loudly with their friends.

Extremely bad experience compared to Vistara. No priority in check in, no priority for boarding. No upgrade. Seat selection is paid. Curtains were dirty. Demo bag was dirty. Warmth of the crew was missing.

Too many changes in departure time (4-5 times before the actual departure time was determined) with no reasons provided.

My seats that I paid for were changed last minute and I had to sit in uncomfortable chairs

It was far better than what others had led me to expect. I would fly with them again. Don't expect all features of the entertainment system to work.

The aircraft interiors are falling apart. Felt like a waste paying for business class as it was indistinguishable from economy in any way.

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