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£37 Find Cheap Flights from London to Madrid

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Everything you should know

Cheapest return fare
£62
Overall average: £136
easyJet
Thu 19/2Fri 20/2
LGW - MAD • Direct
Cheapest one-way flight
£37
Typical prices: £48-£125
Ryanair
Sat 11/4
STN - MAD • Direct
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BA's economy fares include a decent cabin bag.
Madrid Airport connects to the city via the metro.
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easyJet
Cheapest • from £64 (return)
Air Europa
Best reviews • 7.0 score
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Cheapest • 41% average savings
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Cheap Flights from London to Madrid (LON-MAD)

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

Thu, 19 Feb - Fri, 20 Feb
easyJet Logo
07:50 - 11:25
LGW
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MAD
2h 35mdirect
easyJet Logo
12:20 - 13:50
MAD
-
LGW
2h 30mdirect
£62easyJet
Sat, 3 Jan - Fri, 9 Jan
Ryanair Logo
18:35 - 22:05
STN
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MAD
2h 30mdirect
Ryanair Logo
22:35 - 00:05
MAD
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STN
2h 30mdirect
£62Ryanair
Wed, 21 Jan - Fri, 23 Jan
easyJet Logo
14:40 - 18:10
LTN
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MAD
2h 30mdirect
easyJet Logo
20:45 - 22:10
MAD
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LTN
2h 25mdirect
£62easyJet
Tue, 10 Feb - Thu, 12 Feb
easyJet Logo
07:20 - 11:00
LGW
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MAD
2h 40mdirect
easyJet Logo
21:15 - 22:40
MAD
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LGW
2h 25mdirect
£63easyJet
Mon, 26 Jan - Thu, 29 Jan
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10:45 - 14:15
LHR
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MAD
2h 30mdirect
Iberia Logo
07:40 - 09:15
MAD
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LHR
2h 35mdirect
£64Iberia
Thu, 8 Jan - Thu, 15 Jan
Multiple Airlines Logo
20:05 - 23:35
STN
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MAD
2h 30mdirect
Multiple Airlines Logo
17:55 - 23:45
MAD
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STN
6h 50m1 stop
£64Multiple Airlines
Wed, 7 Jan - Wed, 21 Jan
Multiple Airlines Logo
08:35 - 12:10
LGW
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MAD
2h 35mdirect
Multiple Airlines Logo
15:00 - 16:25
MAD
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LGW
2h 25mdirect
£66Multiple Airlines
Sat, 21 Feb - Tue, 24 Feb
Iberia Logo
18:45 - 22:10
LHR
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MAD
2h 25mdirect
Iberia Logo
15:50 - 17:15
MAD
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LHR
2h 25mdirect
£68Iberia
Sat, 17 Jan - Tue, 20 Jan
British Airways Logo
08:25 - 11:55
LHR
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MAD
2h 30mdirect
British Airways Logo
12:50 - 14:20
MAD
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LHR
2h 30mdirect
£77British Airways
Wed, 28 Jan - Thu, 29 Jan
British Airways Logo
07:50 - 11:10
LCY
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MAD
2h 20mdirect
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07:30 - 08:50
MAD
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LCY
2h 20mdirect
£91British Airways
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KAYAK's insights & trends for London to Madrid flights

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

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Planning a trip from London to Madrid? 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.

How much is a return flight from London to Madrid?

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 to Madrid departing in February.

What is the cheapest London to Madrid flight route?

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

The absolute cheapest return flight from London to Madrid costs £40 on the route between London Stansted Airport (STN) and Madrid (MAD). However, over the past month, flights between London Luton Airport (LTN) and Madrid (MAD) were, on average, 41% cheaper than other London-Madrid routes. The most popular route is between London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and Madrid (MAD).

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

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

Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to Madrid on a Sunday and more expensive on a Wednesday. On your return trip to London, you should consider flying back on a Wednesday, and avoid Mondays for better deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from London to Madrid?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from London to Madrid, 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 to Madrid is January, where tickets cost £74 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are April and May, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £204 and £187 respectively.

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

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 £139, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from London to Madrid, 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 to Madrid, you should book around 9 weeks before departure, which saves you about 36% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 25 weeks before departure.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from London to Madrid

 
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KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Airlines
Ryanair

Avoid priority boarding; it often means waiting longer in cramped conditions.


Stick to Basic fare and add a big cabin bag for better value.

Iberia

Iberia offers Wi-Fi on most flights, with reasonable connection fees.


Enjoy Spanish cuisine with Iberia's in-flight dining, preview dishes online.

British Airways

BA's economy fares include a decent cabin bag, unlike budget carriers.


Use CityFlyer from London City Airport for fast, easy travel to Europe.

easyJet

Opt for Standard Plus for a cabin bag, front seat, and Speedy Boarding at a lower cost.


Check in online up to 30 days in advance to avoid middle seats and airport fees.

Air Europa

Air Europa's Economy Flex allows ticket changes without penalty.


Air Europa offers fast Wi-Fi on board, ideal for working travelers.

Airports
LHR

Heathrow offers Fast Track security for a fee, ideal for busy travel days. Book in advance for a smoother departure experience.

STN

At Stansted, use the smaller security lane to the right for a quicker passage through security.

LGW

Gatwick's Gatwick Express offers a 30-minute direct train to London Victoria, ensuring a quick and comfortable journey.

MAD

Madrid Airport connects to the city via the metro, a fast and convenient option taking 30–40 minutes.

Our travel experts
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An avid traveller and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg, among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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Good to know - Cheap tickets from London to Madrid

Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight£37
Best time to beat the crowds (48% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (33% more expensive on average)
Flight from London Stansted Airport to Madrid

When to book flights from London to Madrid

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from London to Madrid 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.

FAQs for booking flights from London to Madrid

  • Which airlines have a hub at Madrid-Barajas Airport?

    Madrid Barajas Airport is the busiest in the Spanish airport group and the main international airport serving Spain. It acts as the hub for the national carrier Iberia as well as Air Europa.

  • Are there places to freshen up at Madrid-Barajas Airport and at London Heathrow?

    Madrid Airport has ‘Air Rooms’, at T4, which can be used for a maximum of 6 hours to sleep or 1 hour if you only want to shower. Heathrow Airport has showers throughout the terminals and has a day room in T3 for travellers to rest before connecting flights.

  • Can you fly business class on flights from London to Madrid?

    Yes, it is possible to do this on airlines such as British Airways and Iberia/Iberia Express. Norwegian, although it is one of the less expensive airlines, it also offers a premium class fare (and seats) to its passengers for this flight.

  • What is the easiest way to get into Madrid from the airport?

    Madrid-Barajas Airport is approximately 12 km (7.4 miles) from the city. Metro line 8 is the easiest way to get into the city and the journey takes between 12 and 15 minutes. A single ticket costs EUR4.50 to EUR5 (roughly GBP4 – GBP4.50). There are metro stops at all terminals.

  • What is the best way to reduce my carbon footprint when I fly?

    Passengers can find cheap flights from London to Madrid on KAYAK and also view flights by CO2 emissions to discover the most sustainable flights. This will allow you to make an informed decision about reducing your carbon footprint. The average amount of CO2 emitted per person on a flight from London to Madrid is around 719 kg. When you book a flight on British Airways or Iberia, it will reduce the CO2 emitted by about 45%.

  • What facilities are available for passengers who require special assistance?

    Contact your airline at least 48 hours before departure if you require extra assistance at the airport or onboard the aircraft. Accessible facilities at the airports in London include accessible toilets, Changing Places and Staxi chairs. Once you arrive at Madrid Airport, an assistant will meet you at your seat and help you with disembarking. They will also accompany you to the Baggage Reclaim area to pick up your luggage before taking to your onward transport.

  • What is the cheapest flight from London to Madrid?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from London to Madrid was £37 for a one-way ticket and £62 for a return.

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

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

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from London to Madrid?

    The Airbus A320-100/200 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the London to Madrid flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from London to Madrid?

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

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

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

  • Which is the best airline for flights from London to Madrid, Iberia Express or Brussels Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from London to Madrid are Iberia Express and Brussels Airlines. With an average price for the route of £155 and an overall rating of 7.4, Iberia Express is the most popular choice. Brussels Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of £243 and an overall rating of 7.2.

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

    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 to Madrid.

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

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

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

    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 Madrid with an airline and back to London with another airline.

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

    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 Madrid from London 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 to Madrid

  • Looking for a cheap flight from London to Madrid? 25% of our users found flights on this route for £72 or less one-way and £156 or less round-trip.
  • Having difficulty deciding which airport to fly from in London? While you can catch direct flights from London to Madrid from any of four airports in London – Gatwick, Heathrow, Luton and Stansted, the two latter airports only have flights on easyJet and Ryanair respectively. London Gatwick is the airport that has the most flights departing for Madrid and London Heathrow has flights operated by the two national carriers – British Airways and Iberia
  • For families travelling with babies and small children on flights from London to Madrid it will be a relief for you to know that Madrid-Barajas Airport has breastfeeding lounges (which has facilities to heat water and food and a changing table) and play areas for children aged between 0 and 6 years old – these can be found in T1 and T4.
  • If you have to catch an early morning flight from London Heathrow or from Madrid Barajas on your return you can opt to stay at one of the airport hotels overnight to avoid having to get up very early to catch your flight. Heathrow has hotels that are actually linked directly with their terminals – the Sofitel London Heathrow at T5 and the Hilton London Heathrow at T4. If you are departing from T1, 2 or 3 you can take the free airport shuttle from T4 or 5 to your departure terminal. In Madrid, the Hotel Melía Barajas and the Hotel Tryp Madrid Alameda Aeropuerto, while not being at the airport are very close by and both have free shuttles that run between Madrid Barajas Airport and the hotel.
  • For the business travellers who need to have meetings as soon as they come off flights from London to Madrid, there are various meeting and conference rooms at T1, T2 and T4. These can be used for smaller meetings as well as training courses or conferences and can be organised by the airport company.
  • If you are a last minute traveller who hasn’t yet bought presents for those at home. Don’t worry, there is a shop at the airport that stocks all the local gifts and accessories you might need. El Market Espanã has branches in all terminals at Madrid Barajas Airport where you can pick up something to remind you (and your family and friends back home) of your trip to Madrid.
  • Whether you’re departing from Heathrow (LHR), Gatwick (LGW), Luton (LTN) or Stansted (STN) airports, you can relax in one of the Premium Airport Lounges with a glass of wine before you fly. Travellers enjoy complimentary food and drinks, comfortable seating areas and excellent runway views. Some lounges also have quiet spaces where you can catch up on work.
  • Travel like a VIP with the exclusive Meet & Assist Service at Madrid Airport (MAD). Book at least 48 hours before you travel and you will be greeted upon arrival and escorted through the fast lane through security checkpoints and immigration controls. Travellers also enjoy access to the VIP Lounge and will be assisted as you collect your luggage.
  • If you’re planning to hire a car in Madrid, you will find car hire companies on the ground floor of Terminal 1 and on Floor -1 in Terminal 4. Book your vehicle in advance to get the best deals and simply pick up your car on arrival to get on your way.

Prefer to fly direct from London to Madrid?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from London to Madrid Barajas.
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Direct departures

London to Madrid Barajas

Monday

Air Europa, British Airways, Iberia, +2 more

Air Europa, British Airways, +3 more

Tuesday

Air Europa, British Airways, Iberia, +2 more

Air Europa, British Airways, +3 more

Wednesday

Air Europa, British Airways, Iberia, +2 more

Air Europa, British Airways, +3 more

Thursday

Air Europa, British Airways, Iberia, +2 more

Air Europa, British Airways, +3 more

Friday

Air Europa, British Airways, Iberia, +2 more

Air Europa, British Airways, +3 more

Saturday

Air Europa, British Airways, Iberia, +2 more

Air Europa, British Airways, +3 more

Sunday

Air Europa, British Airways, Iberia, +2 more

Air Europa, British Airways, +3 more

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Direct returns

Madrid Barajas to London

Monday

Air Europa, British Airways, Iberia, +2 more

Air Europa, British Airways, +3 more

Tuesday

Air Europa, British Airways, Iberia, +2 more

Air Europa, British Airways, +3 more

Wednesday

Air Europa, British Airways, Iberia, +2 more

Air Europa, British Airways, +3 more

Thursday

Air Europa, British Airways, Iberia, +2 more

Air Europa, British Airways, +3 more

Friday

Air Europa, British Airways, Iberia, +2 more

Air Europa, British Airways, +3 more

Saturday

Air Europa, British Airways, Iberia, +2 more

Air Europa, British Airways, +3 more

Sunday

Air Europa, British Airways, Iberia, +2 more

Air Europa, British Airways, +3 more

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Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying from London to Madrid

 
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7.0
Air EuropaOverall score based on 571 reviews
6.6Entertainment
7.5Crew
7.1Boarding
6.3Food
6.9Comfort
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I was not allowed to cancel the flight, customer service is atrocious

2.0 MediocreAnonymous, Dec 2025
MIA - MAD
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I was not allowed to cancel the flight, customer service is atrocious

Great staff, just very far from the main terminal, had to run to connect my flight. I had 90 minutes to spare. But my flight from Chicago was delayed also.

My luggage is lost and nowhere to be found, no response from airline

Boarding was a shitshow. Had to bus to the gate. No separate bus and boarding process for Business Class.

The plane was very old, no power outlets. We also had to wait a long time to board. They kept moving us to different lines before we actually could step foot on the plane. We ended up being delayed an hour but we were never told or informed for any reason. After the meal I asked for a coffee which the flight attendant forgot and I had to ask again. Overall not the worst but not the best experience.

Need to pay for headsets, water, or any extra except air to breath.

Sitting space was very tight and I am not big or fat (I am 5'10" 178 Lb), so eating was very challenging. The rest was good.

Sitting space was very tight, so eating was difficult. But everything else was good.

12 hours flight. Only one meal, not enough food. At the galley only water during the flight. Lavatories not clean. Headsets at extra cost.

Need to pay for a cup of water. No food. Need to pay for headsets.

the seats were so cramped you could barely move. it was difficult to eat when passengers would recline their seats. the seats were so flimsy and unstable that whenever someone got in and out of their seat, it bounced like a spring back in your face. the movies were nice. the food was terrible. even though the conditions were terrible, they tried to pressure passengers to relocate their seats to accommodate adults who were related and wanted to sit next to each other, even after the passengers expressed that they did not want to move for that purpose. on the connecting flight, the “service” consisted of items for purchase. even though the flight was only 45 minutes, once again passengers (including me) were pressured to relocate for people to sit next to each other. they couldn’t be apart for 45 minutes? this was much less compelling than being apart for an 8 hour flight.

Everything went smoothly, and we even arrived 40min earlier than scheduled, on an Orland-Madrid route.

The staff was very nice and helpful. Some of the best crew I have met.

Bad experience. The seat room are very tight. The food is not good and the breakfast has no hot drink.

Excellent. Thanks to United Star Alliance, since economy was overbooked, I’m grateful to have been upgraded to Business Class.

Good plane, excellent food, crew and entertainment. Seats in business could use an upgrade

Disaster. Downgraded. Zero apology. No effort or coordination between gate and crew. Awful seat blocked by door emergency slide box. Iberia is a mess. App never works. Avoid this airline.

We departed late but made up most of the time in flight. Our ticket was pure economy, so it wasn’t anything fancy; however, I heard that we arrived in Madrid at the exact same time that First Class passengers arrived! Overall, our experience was similar to what we had on other American Airlines transatlantic flights - good value at a reasonable price. We were even able to get our carry-on baggage onto the plane without needing to gate check it.

Flight was OK. Waiting for luggage in Madrid for 55 minutes, unacceptable

Transportation from gate to airplane was poor we stayed in hot bus for 20 minute no vantilation

The food and so are to expensive and old . Crew whas not very friendly . Apparently some other passenger can just Push through the waiting people to board while almost punching me and a father with a child down the stairs. Its always something with easy jet . The seats of row 26 where lose . And for a guy of my size there is absolutely no leg room at all .

Nice to fly out of Orly smaller easier to navigate airport. Being able to receive boarding pass well in advance of trip was comforting to know all travel was in order.

Liked. The check-in was pretty quick as they had 5 desks working.

Generally a good experience except for boarding in Naples on the flight back to London. We were all standing around for at least 20 minutes maybe longer as there was no seating.

Seats, WC,sizes for today's generation adults, and if technical problems arise a complimentary coffee, water nice for waiting one hours, the rest is perfect (pilot and cabin crew)

Boarding was smooth and quick. Flight departed on time. Equally evacuation upon landing was from both the front door and the back doors. Bags were on the conveyor belts before I got there. Excellent service.

The terminals are far away, be prepared to walk. Also, You climb stairs to the plane since there are no aero bridges. Boarding was haphazard not in multiple groups, so stand in line early. Hard to find place to stow cabin baggage if you are behind in the line. You can purchase food on the plane. There are vegetarian options.

First -the flight was late - more than two hours Second, not even a bottle of water at bord to give for free for this inconvenience. Three-at landing ive realised that I've lost one of my ear plug headphones and been very desperate to find it with my torch, the crew not helped at all more than that they asked to leave the plane as everyone did before me. This was the last flight from that day- extra 5 min for me with a bit of help from crew - would have bring a super review. I guess this days humanity disappeared!

I got caught using a stolen credit card number. Michelle Siziba is my name Nice to London Gatwick on 7/31/25.

We accidentally purchased twice the bags we needed. Our fault, but the ticket was not clear to us, and it asked us to purchase bags at checkin. When we notified them to get credit back at the airport, they said to contact customer service. We flew the flight and then contracted customer service. They said no credits after the flight has flown. Not customer service oriented at all. They know we didn’t check that many bags and kept our money for a service they did not provide. Be aware and very careful of what you are purchasing from them because they will not make it right if there is an error.

The baggage wasnt uploaded to the plane, lost baggage handling is very poor.

Flight was delayed by 1 hour 45 minutes. Aircraft was cramped, dirty and uncomfortable. Boarding staff more interested in charging you for oversize baggage than getting you on board. Overall not a pleasant experience.

A delay of almost 3 hours. It was evident that the staff wanted us to board urgently, to the point of rudeness, to avoid paying compensation

It's not the staff's fault. The cabin crew do their best but the setup in Stansted Airport by Ryanair is poor. The herding of people like cattle is unacceptable before boarding and is something that's in every airport but only in Stansted have I seen the queueing of passengers outside the plane on the tarmac and the crew only turning up with maybe 5 minutes to depart. This is a resource issue . Yes prices are good but seemingly comes with a price of poor treatment of customers. I'll pay more next time

On time arrival but the aircraft had seen better days and needed a deep clean.

It was appalling, full of young people who were drunk and disobeying instructions to sit down. Crew did nothing to enforce. There was a Ryanair pilot sitting in the aisle opposite me who talked through out the safety briefing so loudly I couldn’t hear. Whole thing felt unsafe

Delayed for 2 hours lack of communication no refreshments as promised and the drinks on board were not as ordered and refused to refund

Straight forward checking as long as you have completed every single detail online, prior to checking day. Efficient boarding, seating is ok for a two hour flight. Fulfilledour travel requirements from Manchester to Marseille.

Cabin crew couldn’t be less interested. Cabin manager was the most arrogant and the rudest I’ve encountered in many years.

I couldn’t understand the aircraft tannoy announcements I was in seat 20C - nobody in our row could either. Speakers a bit too quiet plus messages read out too fast. Otherwise excellent flight. (Flight delayed by 50 mins)

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

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