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Cheapest return prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 72 hours
Manchester
Manchesterdirect£71
Istanbul
Istanbuldirect£130
Paris
Parisdirect£63
Amsterdam
Amsterdamdirect£121
Málaga
Málagadirect£71
Alicante
Alicante1 stop£93
Dublin
Dublindirect£61
Lisbon
Lisbondirect£98
Rome
Romedirect£98
Athens
Athensdirect£92
Faro
Faro1 stop£100
Antalya
Antalya1 stop£188
Edinburgh
Edinburghdirect£64
Madrid
Madriddirect£67
Milan
Milandirect£68
Luqa
Luqa1 stop£113
Manchester
Manchesterdirect£71
Istanbul
Istanbuldirect£130
Paris
Parisdirect£63
Amsterdam
Amsterdamdirect£121
Málaga
Málagadirect£71
Alicante
Alicante1 stop£93
Dublin
Dublindirect£61
Lisbon
Lisbondirect£98
Rome
Romedirect£98
Athens
Athensdirect£92
Faro
Faro1 stop£100
Antalya
Antalya1 stop£188
Edinburgh
Edinburghdirect£64
Madrid
Madriddirect£67
Milan
Milandirect£68
Luqa
Luqa1 stop£113

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

Mon, 26 Jan - Thu, 29 Jan
British Airways Logo
20:00 - 21:25
LHR
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EDI
1h 25mdirect
British Airways Logo
07:30 - 09:10
EDI
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LHR
1h 40mdirect
£64British Airways
Sun, 11 Jan - Fri, 16 Jan
British Airways Logo
10:25 - 11:50
LHR
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EDI
1h 25mdirect
British Airways Logo
08:25 - 10:00
EDI
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LHR
1h 35mdirect
£65British Airways
Wed, 21 Jan - Wed, 4 Feb
Iberia Logo
19:40 - 23:05
LHR
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MAD
2h 25mdirect
Iberia Logo
17:20 - 18:50
MAD
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LHR
2h 30mdirect
£67Iberia
Mon, 12 Jan - Sat, 31 Jan
Iberia Logo
19:40 - 23:05
LHR
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MAD
2h 25mdirect
Iberia Logo
16:45 - 18:15
MAD
-
LHR
2h 30mdirect
£70Iberia
Mon, 2 Feb - Fri, 6 Feb
TAP AIR PORTUGAL Logo
18:30 - 21:15
LHR
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LIS
2h 45mdirect
TAP AIR PORTUGAL Logo
14:40 - 17:30
LIS
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LHR
2h 50mdirect
£98TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Wed, 4 Mar - Wed, 18 Mar
Vueling Logo
20:50 - 08:30
LHR
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LIS
11h 40m1 stop
Vueling Logo
21:05 - 09:10
LIS
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LHR
12h 05m1 stop
£109Vueling
Wed, 14 Jan - Wed, 14 Jan
Vueling Logo
09:55 - 16:55
LHR
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LIS
7h 00m1 stop
Vueling Logo
21:05 - 09:10
LIS
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LHR
12h 05m1 stop
£114Vueling
Sat, 17 Jan - Sat, 24 Jan
TAP AIR PORTUGAL Logo
13:40 - 16:25
LHR
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LIS
2h 45mdirect
TAP AIR PORTUGAL Logo
09:50 - 12:40
LIS
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LHR
2h 50mdirect
£115TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Mon, 19 Jan - Mon, 26 Jan
KLM Logo
11:45 - 14:05
LHR
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AMS
1h 20mdirect
KLM Logo
18:50 - 19:15
AMS
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LHR
1h 25mdirect
£123KLM
Thu, 15 Jan - Sun, 18 Jan
KLM Logo
11:45 - 14:05
LHR
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AMS
1h 20mdirect
KLM Logo
20:35 - 20:50
AMS
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LHR
1h 15mdirect
£124KLM
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Heathrow to Europe flights

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

What is the cheapest London Heathrow Airport to Europe flight route?

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

The cheapest ticket to Europe from London Heathrow Airport found in the last 72 hours was to Paris, at £63 return. The most popular route is from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA), and the cheapest round-trip airline ticket found on this route in the last 72 hours was £153.

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

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 £212, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

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

Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight£46
Best time to beat the crowds (39% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (65% more expensive on average)
Flight from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh

Flights from Heathrow to Europe: the best tips from KAYAK users

Insights shared by verified travellers who flew the route from Heathrow to Europe 
DeborahFlew with Aer Lingus
LHR
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DUB
Jun 2025
Heathrow seems to have a lot of plane traffic so make sure you have a good cushion of time if you have connecting flights. I had a 2 hour layover but ended up having to run to make sure I got to the other gate in time.
Verified travelerFlew with Aer Lingus
LHR
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DUB
Jun 2025
If you’re doing a transfer speak to someone at the desk don’t use an automated kiosk
ZakFlew with TAP AIR PORTUGAL
LHR
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LIS
Mar 2025
Don't bother with business if you are flying out of LHR before 06:30 as the lounges and fast track security only open at 06:00 so you will not have time to use them. For short haul European flights this is most of the benefit of going business class. Hand luggage only is better with a large rucksack (30-40L) instead of a case with wheels is possible as gate agents will usually check cases with wheels on full flights and your rucksack is less likely to be gate checked.
AssuerusFlew with Austrian Airlines
LHR
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VIE
Mar 2025
buy your drink before boarding. no coffee or tea on the flight.
HUGOFlew with Air France
LHR
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CDG
Mar 2025
Go to the airport early, Terminal 4 is quite complicated
RadicalFlew with American Airlines
LHR
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PSA
May 2025
Make sure you have clothes in your carry on!
SadiqFlew with British Airways
LHR
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EDI
Sept 2024
Domestic flights only need a valid photo id like drivers license (I carried my passport anyway but wish I'd just left it in the safety of home).
ThomasFlew with Aer Lingus
LHR
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DUB
Oct 2024
You will likely have to walk a lot more than you might expect to make a connection.
EllenFlew with British Airways
LHR
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VCE
Oct 2024
Move quickly to your connecting flight gate. Crowded, busy airport and likely another security check.
Laura LeighFlew with British Airways
LHR
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MAN
Oct 2024
Be prepared for them canceling the flight last minute if the flight isn't full -- they only care about their profits, not customer service or abiding by the implied contract of getting you to where you need to be on time. Don't schedule anything for at least a day after your intended arrival time. And be ready for the terminal to be packed, noisy and uncomfortable. If you have another way of getting to Manchester, take it. Don't book this short haul flight as it's so unreliable.
Verified travelerFlew with KLM
LHR
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AMS
Sept 2024
Cannot check baggage more than 3 hours before flight and so need to stay in departures babysitting suitcases.
SonyaFlew with British Airways
LHR
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NCE
Jul 2024
Arrive 2 hours before and you will still have plenty of time. Even for bag drop! Heathrow is a great airport
GaryFlew with British Airways
LHR
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EDI
Aug 2024
The overhead luggage bins are very small so they required us to check our hand carry luggage. I had to take my rechargable batteries out of my bag and put them in my rucksack. It would be a good idea to pack you hand carry luggage assuming you might need to check it in at the gate.
LiannFlew with British Airways
LHR
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LIS
Aug 2024
Keep liquids altogether because you have to place it in a plastic bag from them
Verified travelerFlew with British Airways
LHR
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WAW
Jul 2024
Dont book layovers from two different airports unless you have 5 hours
Verified travelerFlew with British Airways
LHR
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WAW
Apr 2024
If a passport control desk for EU citizens is not busy they may accept UK passports. Get a taxi to the city centre for only 90 zl. Good taxis.
PaulFlew with British Airways
LHR
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AMS
Apr 2024
If you pay the basic rate you will most likely have to checking you wheel bag. Make sure you have something to put your tech in as that cannot go in the check in
Verified travelerFlew with British Airways
LHR
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EDI
Apr 2024
Research the airline baggage allowance and hidden fees. Allow a few extra minutes when checking baggage as attendants don’t check the bags for you. Customers check their own bags at a kiosk.
JosepFlew with American Airlines
LHR
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BCN
Apr 2024
Plan for plenty of time in Heathrow, as changing terminals takes time. And there will be extra security, with different rules from American security rules.
KFlew with TAP AIR PORTUGAL
LHR
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LIS
Apr 2024
Huge queues at Lisbon airport. Literally anywhere. Make sure you leave plenty of time for everything.
NeelamFlew with British Airways
LHR
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SOF
Dec 2023
British Airways and Bulgaria Air fly direct to Sofia from Heathrow. BA is better as hand baggage allowance is 23 kg. The downside is they give you no refreshments. Just a tiny bottle of water and a ridiculously small piece of snack with maybe 5 bites of nothing! They do however sell food onboard which is pretty overpriced and tastes lame so better to buy food before you board.
Verified travelerFlew with British Airways
LHR
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BRU
Feb 2024
Have patience. Heathrow is crowded and they don’t post the gate until the last minute. Be prepared to travel a long distance to the gate once it gets posted and go immediately.
Verified travelerFlew with British Airways
LHR
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BRU
Jan 2024
Be prepared. BA didn't provide a gate until 45 minutes pre-boarding, with only a 15-20 minute window for passengers to "board" a bus, to take them to their plane.
LavanFlew with Lufthansa
LHR
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FRA
Jan 2024
Plan for a complicated transfer. Frankfurt am main is large. Even if you make it, your luggage may not. Take photos of your luggage in the hold.
LeaFlew with British Airways
LHR
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IST
Jan 2024
Put all toiletries in your suitcase below plan. London security is super strict about how many toiletries and their size

FAQs - booking Europe flights

  • Which airlines offer flights from London Heathrow to Malmö?

    SAS and British Airways both offer one-stop service to Malmö Airport (MMX) via Stockholm’s Arlanda Airport (ARN) from London Heathrow, but you may also wish to consider flying into Copenhagen as an alternative. Both airlines offer frequent direct service to Kastrup Airport (CPH) and the drive from there to Malmö is approximately 4 5minutes, so you end up saving time and money.

  • Are there direct flights to Palermo from London Heathrow?

    There are no direct flights to Palermo from London Heathrow, but you can get good one-stop service aboard several airlines to the Sicilian port city. ITA Airways, Turkish Airlines and SWISS flights connect at Milan, Istanbul and Zurich respectively. Lufthansa flights make connections at either Munich or Frankfurt en route to Punta Raisi Airport (PMO).

  • I’m travelling to Monaco. Which airport should I use?

    Air France and British Airways provide direct flights from London Heathrow to Nice Côte d'Azur Airport (NCE) which is the closest one to the famous European city. Lufthansa, KLM and SWISS are other airlines providing good one-stop service on this route via Frankfurt, Munich, Amsterdam and Zurich.

  • How can I save money on airfares from London Heathrow to Europe?

    Whenever possible, maintain some flexibility with your travel schedule to consider flights from London Heathrow that require connections to Europe which tend to be cheaper than flying direct. For example, British Airways flights to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Ariport (BUD) are substantially more expensive than Lufthansa one-stop service, making connections at Frankfurt or Munich.

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

    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 Europe.

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

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

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

    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 from London Heathrow Airport to Europe up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

  • What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Europe?

    The cheapest time of day to fly to Europe is generally in the evening, when retur flights cost £423 on average. Morning departures are around 9% more expensive than evening flights, on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to Europe is generally in the morning, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is £461.

Top tips for finding a cheap flight from London Heathrow Airport to Europe

  • Looking for a cheap flight from London Heathrow Airport to Europe? 25% of our users found tickets from London Heathrow Airport to Europe for the following prices or less: Amsterdam £86 one-way - £247 round-trip; Frankfurt am Main £169 one-way - £370 round-trip; Istanbul £205 one-way - £408 round-trip
  • London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is one of the world’s busiest flight centres, employing its four passenger terminals to ferry travellers to more than 50 domestic and international destinations across the continent. The airport is also the hub for British Airways and Virgin Atlantic, with a location about 15 miles outside Central London.
  • The most popular and convenient mode of public transport from Central London is Heathrow Express service from London Paddington Station, which can get you to the London Heathrow terminals in about 15 minutes. Further transport is available via Transport for London’s Elizabeth Line and the Piccadilly Line on the London Underground, as well as National Express coaches from London Victoria Station.
  • If you’re looking for a place to relax while awaiting boarding call, you can enjoy the ambience and some refreshments at Plaza Premium Lounge with locations at T2, T4 and T5, while Club Aspire welcomes you to their T3 and T5 locations. If you’re after something more hands-on, try a massage, facial or body treatment courtesy of Be Relax Spa at T5.
  • Regus provides drop-in business lounges at several London Heathrow terminals, where busy executives can arrange last-minute meetings or conference calls before flying to Europe. The meeting rooms at T2 & T3 have hours from 07:00 to 19:00 while the one at T5 operates from 07:00 to 18:00.
  • If you’re a frequent flyer to Europe, the London Heathrow Airport app is a great way to keep track of your flight information while in-transit. You get instant notifications if there’s a flight delay or early arrival, along with attractive discounts for airport facilities and services, such as airport parking and lounges.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying from Heathrow to Europe

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Heathrow to Europe? 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.
7.4
Scandinavian AirlinesOverall score based on 1591 reviews
6.7Food
8.0Crew
6.7Entertainment
7.6Boarding
7.3Comfort
Airline reviews

I have paid for extra legroom on my flight. My seat was broken and did not recline. The crew could not fix it and refused to provide me with another seat

2.0 MediocreMichael, Nov 2025
JFK - CPH
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I have paid for extra legroom on my flight. My seat was broken and did not recline. The crew could not fix it and refused to provide me with another seat

It was a fairly old plane in which you couldn't buy an internet connection.

I paid for my seat 💺 assignments for all for legs of my trip, SFO thru Copenhagen to Prague and back the same way. It cost 💲216.00 USD for all four seats. Despite this, on my return 2 flights, my prepaid seats were given away. When I spoke with the information services professional, she said she could not help me, nor provide an alternative seat equivalent or better than what I had. When I spoke with another representative, she was very rude, disrespectful, and did not help.

The flight was cancelled without explanation, and the replacement flight was late

No vegetarian option was provided for the regular meal or the pre-landing snack.

1) SAS sent me emails that i could check in but that was just a waste of time because traveling to the us i actually had to check-in at the airport. 2) SAS evidently does not care about vegetarians as it does not offer regular veggie alternatives in the transcontinental flights.

Great logistics and timeliness as we arrived quite early. Flight smooth and fast. Excellent entertainment. Plane itself was a bit tired and the crew mostly indifferent. Baggage took forever but that’s on CPH. Would use SAS again for sure.

SAS has too many other airliners. They don't need to exist.

I didn't book special seats but the ones I got were great. The food wasn't good but on par with other airlines

I paid extra for our seats on the way coming back from Stockholm to New York the seats were changed and it was totally waved. This happened to three more passengers.

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

nice and clean plane but the seats and the comfort was not what i expected. i expected more based on all the ads and reviews that i've read. I guess you get what you pay for in economy.

So boarding is a little slow when you fly 787 but on the 777 the business class had its own entrance. The entertainment can be a little bit more up to date Other than that it was a great experience food and service was great

As a big guy the seats are way too small for me. Would prefer more comfortable seats on these long haul flights.

The staff at IST airport could have been more helpful. Too much wasted time and the plane from IST to KHI was just horrible. The plane was not clean and smelled bad!

Staff friendly. Business class but issue with flat bed. Incoming Turkish flight delayed. Made connection due to fast buggy but luggage did not make it. Confusion at Delhi airport

I wouldn't know what the flight was like. AI canceled my flight reservation!! There's no way to speak to an actual human to fix the issue! NEVER AGAIN! ALWAYS BOOK YOUR FLIGHT DIRECTLY WITH THE AIRLINE NEVER GO THROUGH KAYAK OR JUSTFLY.COM!!

I really enjoyed the food, only bad part on one of my flights my screen was a bit buggy but it wasn't a big deal it was one of their older planes so I understand that happens

Not up to Business Class standards. Two of the three toilets were out of order. The hostesses were aware and didn’t show any responsible act to do something. Food quality was not what we expect from Turkish hospitality. Overall we were not impressed and disappointed.

The prices and many to choose from: Very unfriendly unprofessional and difficult staff and lacked English skills. Had the pleasure to go to Istanbul in 2022 but went on Jordan Airlines and found Turkey a wonderful place with kind people. The experience as a first time flyer on Turkish Airlines was so disappointing that received not to go into Turkey was so upset about this cruel treatment

Boarding process was fast and efficient. Short flight but on time and well organized. I would certainly fly TAP again.

Very borderline, low budget airline without low budget prices There are no counts of soda, everything is dispensed enlarged bottles and poured into tiny cups about 70 mL so in order to keep hydrated you have to take 3-4 cups at a time. Also, there was only one food item offered, pasta, they ran out of chicken right away. Snack was very poor. It was called tuna sandwich, which is truly borderline. The flight attend attendance seemed to be overworked and tired.

There was no warning that they have added passport control after check in, the line was enormous and after 46 mins wait we missed our flight. Were forced to leave the airport and purchase new tickets at full price to board a later flight. TAP were unsympathetic and unhelpful.

Boarding- Good Seat Comfort - OK Crew - Good Food - Mediocre On Time - Very Good

Didn't like much. Wheelchair assistance was almost nonexistent. No one at TAP check in process helpful. On the plane, stewards were not friendly and disorganized. Food was terrible for 8 hr flight. We were skipped at snack time and even though we tried to get attention using overhead call system no one even looked up at us to acknowledge. Being at the back of first section and by the lavatory we only were able to request when they came to pick up everyone else's garbage and they were nonchalant...no apology or even choice. The 1/2 half bread with slice of cheese was a waste. Deplaning was horrible but I'll blame lisbon airport for that. Plane left late at made good time still arrived about 15 behind schedule and for using remote deplaning and bus to terminal took another 20 min to gate. Those with connections were highly stressed. Took us 2 hrs from landing to get to ground transportation and exit airport. And that was with wheelchair assistance.

Bad boarding, threat to force bag check mid journey, lines, late, buses, more waiting awful end to end.

The person at the checkin was very helpful. We couldn’t check in through the keyosk, but the agent was very helpful.

Tap was very frustrating in Lisbon. Not enough direction and help. Mixed messages of where we needed to go. Seats were not very comfortable.

Check in was excellent thanks to the team at the check in counter. I was disappointed to see that one has to pay for coffee on the flight. This is the first time I have seen that after 60 years of flying.

A good, comfortable flight with friendly crew and good entertainment options.

Paid for exit row at the back of the plane. Window seat with lots of leg space. Food was inedible (as usual). Brought my own.

Efficiency of staff, and comfort and cleanliness of aircraft was all great. Maybe a hot drink without payment at that time in the morning would be good!

Both flights were delayed over 1 hour. And I had to pay for seats, even though my reservation supposedly included free seat selection.

I fly to Germany every year and prefer the most direct flight routes. Lufthansa offers this route, allowing me to fly from my home airport directly to Germany. The food and service were excellent. The staff was most accommodating, very professional, and friendly. The only issue I did not care for was the seating arrangement. I fly business and did not appreciate the configuration of the business class. Understandably, you will always have someone seated next to you, but then install a separation screen to allow for a little more privacy. United and British Airways are miles ahead in creating a more personal space. Lufthansa should do better.

The plane was late (as was my flight out from Birmingham the day before)

We had almost a 6 hr delay, primarily due to weather, the e problem was that they communicated this delay and its length very poorly. The boarding was chaotic - even though they had hours to figure it out! The plane was an old 747 whose touch screens barely worked and there was a faulty USB port under my seat rest (something that wasn't labeled as being there) They organized my delayed luggage well. And I could get updates on the Lufthansa website. My shirt connecting flight charged for everything except water. Coffee was over 3€

Very small and uncomfortable seats, Hard to hear entertainment system sound. Horrible food. Staff doesn't care much about the passengers. 2nd time they didn't give me my vegetarian meal. They asked me regular food with meat. The airline and staff was from United airlines.

The flight was delayed by an hour. Made the connection uncomfortably tight.

It would have been nice if my luggage had made it onto my connecting flight as well. Now I have to wait for my luggage to be delivered and that might take a while, which certainly put a damper on the entire experience.

The flight was cancelled due to tech problem with the plane

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

Logan gate staff was unhelpful. Arrived early, come to find out the airbus scheduled was reassigned and I did not have a seat. The desk agent spoke to his supervisor who instructed him to give me a boarding pass to get up to gate area, he was polite. At the gate the fellow was sitting to the side with two other BA staff . I asked him if he could help me, his answer was” we are on a break, we are closed” then turned his back. I am almost 70, drove 4 1/2 hours to Boston and had been looking forward to this trip for 5 months. I have worked in service many times in my life and this is not how it is done. I eventually (1/2 hr) before boarding was able to get a seat. The rest of the flight experience was unremarkable.

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