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Cheapest return fare
£954
Overall average: £1,246
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MAN - MEL • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
£474
Typical prices: £523-£608
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MAN - MEL • 3 stops
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Cheap Flights from Manchester to Melbourne (MAN-MEL)

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

Fri, 16 Jan - Tue, 10 Feb
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10:05 - 07:00
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33h 55m1 stop
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09:00 - 06:40
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MAN
32h 40m1 stop
£954Juneyao Airlines
Sat, 7 Mar - Mon, 6 Apr
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17:35 - 09:45
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MEL
29h 10m2 stops
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07:00 - 09:30
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MAN
35h 30m2 stops
£964Multiple Airlines
Wed, 28 Jan - Wed, 4 Feb
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10:05 - 07:00
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MEL
33h 55m1 stop
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07:45 - 09:50
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MAN
37h 05m2 stops
£967Multiple Airlines
Mon, 12 Jan - Mon, 26 Jan
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11:15 - 04:55
MAN
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MEL
30h 40m3 stops
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13:10 - 18:05
MEL
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MAN
39h 55m3 stops
£967Multiple Airlines
Tue, 17 Feb - Sun, 8 Mar
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17:05 - 06:15
MAN
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MEL
26h 10m2 stops
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12:05 - 10:10
MEL
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MAN
33h 05m2 stops
£968Air France
Sat, 10 Jan - Sun, 18 Jan
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11:15 - 08:30
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MEL
34h 15m3 stops
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20:15 - 20:05
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MAN
34h 50m2 stops
£970Multiple Airlines
Thu, 5 Mar - Thu, 19 Mar
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10:25 - 23:00
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MEL
25h 35m1 stop
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10:00 - 07:55
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MAN
32h 55m2 stops
£970Cathay Pacific
Fri, 27 Mar - Sun, 12 Apr
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07:00 - 07:25
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MEL
37h 25m3 stops
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12:00 - 13:30
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MAN
34h 30m3 stops
£971Multiple Airlines
Wed, 6 May - Wed, 13 May
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20:30 - 15:35
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MEL
34h 05m2 stops
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17:10 - 13:15
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MAN
29h 05m1 stop
£972Multiple Airlines
Sat, 10 Jan - Sun, 18 Jan
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11:15 - 08:30
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MEL
34h 15m3 stops
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£976Multiple Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Manchester to Melbourne flights

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

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

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Manchester to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine)?

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

For Manchester to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine), Monday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Saturday is the most expensive. Flying from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) back to Manchester, the best deals are generally found on Monday, with Tuesday being the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Manchester to Melbourne Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Manchester to Melbourne 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 Manchester to Melbourne Airport is May, where tickets cost £943 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £1,468 and £1,465 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Manchester to Melbourne Airport?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Manchester to Melbourne 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 Manchester to Melbourne Airport, you should book around 8 weeks before departure, which saves you about 23% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 23 weeks before departure.

Good to know - Cheap tickets from Manchester to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine)

Low seasonJune
Cheapest flight£474
Best time to beat the crowds (9% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (30% more expensive on average)
Flight from Manchester to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine)

When to book flights from Manchester to Melbourne

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FAQs for booking Manchester to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) flights

  • How do I travel from Melbourne Airport into the city?

    To use the public transport systems in Melbourne, you will need to purchase a myki card. Myki machines can be found throughout the terminal, including the Terminal 2 and 3 arrivals areas, and the Terminal 4 baggage claim. You can find Public Transport Victoria (PTV) buses outside Terminal 4 with a range of services to take you throughout Melbourne, or the SkyBus city express runs services every 10min to Melbourne CBD.

  • Are there any hotels at Melbourne Airport?

    For those looking to stay close to Melbourne Airport, there are a number of hotel options on the airport campus. The PARKROYAL Melbourne Airport is connected to the domestic and international terminals via the sky bridge walkways. The Holiday Inn and Ibis Budget are within a short walk of the terminal, close to conveniences. A little further away are the Mantra Tullamarine or the Quest Melbourne Airport, but both offer complimentary airport shuttles to your terminal.

  • Are there any passenger lounges at Manchester Airport?

    If you’re looking for somewhere to relax before your flight from Manchester to Melbourne, you can find the Escape Lounges in all terminals at Manchester Airport. These passenger lounges can be entered for £21 per person and offer a comfortable place to sit with a view of the airfield, fresh buffet food, unlimited coffee, tea and soft drinks, and quiet areas with charging points for your mobile devices.

  • What shopping opportunities are there at Manchester Airport?

    Manchester Airport offers a Shop Now, Collect On Return Service that allows you to buy your duty free shopping before you fly and leave it at the airport to be collected on your return. This service is available at various stores throughout the airport, including The Body Shop, Timberland, Victoria’s Secret and World Duty Free. You can even start shopping at World Duty Free early by reserving your items online and paying for them when you arrive in store.

  • What flight routes does Thai Airways operate between Manchester and Melbourne Airport (MEL)?

    If you're flying with Thai Airways, there are two different routes available. The first flight is from Manchester Airport (MAN) with two stopovers at Stockholm Arlanda (ARN) and Bangkok Airport (BKK) en route. The second flight has two stopovers at Kastrup Copenhagen (CPH) and Bangkok Airport.

  • Which airlines offer the most reduced Co2 flights?

    If you're concerned about the environment, several flights offer reduced Co2 emissions. KLM combine with Vietnam Airlines to offer flights with a stopover in Amsterdam, Bangkok, and Ho Chi Minh with a 56% reduction in Co2 emissions, while KLM offers flights with two stopovers in Amsterdam and Singapore with around 55% reduced Co2 emissions.

  • Should I choose low-cost airlines on these routes?

    Low-cost airlines offer some of the cheapest options but there's a risk involved. There is no security for missed connections resulting from delays. You also may need to pay for checked-in baggage. If you're travelling light and your stopovers are long enough, low-cost flights are a good option.

  • What baggage policy does Malaysia Airlines have on these flights?

    Malaysia Airlines operates some of the most affordable flights from Manchester to Melbourne and all flights include one carry-on piece of luggage and a checked-in bag weighing no more than 20 kg. If you need extra luggage, you can add it on during the online booking process.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Manchester to Melbourne Airport?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Manchester to Melbourne Airport was £474 for a one-way ticket and £967 for a return.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Manchester to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine)?

    Manchester and Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) are both served by 1 main airport. You will leave Manchester from Manchester and will be arriving at Melbourne.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Manchester to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine)?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Manchester to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine)?

    SkyTeam, Star Alliance, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Manchester and Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine), with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • What is the most popular stopover when flying to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) from Manchester?

    Doha is the most popular stopover city among KAYAK users travelling from Manchester to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine).

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Manchester to Melbourne, Emirates or Singapore Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Manchester to Melbourne are Emirates and Singapore Airlines. With an average price for the route of £1,135 and an overall rating of 8.1, Emirates is the most popular choice. Singapore Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of £1,016 and an overall rating of 8.1.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Manchester to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine)?

    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 Manchester to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine).

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Manchester to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine)?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) from Manchester 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 Manchester to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine)?

    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 Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) with an airline and back to Manchester with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Manchester to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine)?

    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 Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) from Manchester 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 Manchester to Melbourne Airport

  • The Melbourne Airport (MEL) is located about 30min north of Melbourne’s city centre, and is the largest airport in Victoria, Australia. From here you can explore the Yarra Ranges or nearby Ballarat, both a 1h 30min drive away from the airport.
  • The train station at Manchester Airport (MAN) is at the heart of the airport grounds and gives you easy access to all three terminals. To get to the airport, you can catch a public train from Manchester Piccadilly Station every 10min. The journey takes approximately 20min.
  • If you have some business to finish up after your flight from Manchester to Melbourne, you can find printing and faxing services at the Baggage Storage: Smartecarte in the Terminal 2 arrivals area of the Melbourne Airport. This service is open from 05:00 – 12:30 daily.
  • To help you determine which terminal you will be flying from at the Manchester Airport, you can visit the airport website before you arrive at the airport and search by your airline. For example, Emirates flies from Terminal 1 and Cathay Pacific from Terminal 2.
  • If you are looking for something to eat after your flight from Manchester to Melbourne, you can find a number of eateries in the terminal public areas. For example, you will find McDonalds in Terminal 3 before security or a Muffin Break in Terminal 2.
  • When flying from Manchester Airport (MAN), several on-site hotels provide convenience for early morning departures. The Radisson Blu Hotel Manchester Airport is directly connected to the terminals, offering a seamless transition. The Clayton Hotel Manchester Airport and Crowne Plaza Manchester Airport are also nearby, providing comfort and easy access to the airport.
  • If you're travelling with children, Manchester Airport has dedicated children's play areas located in different terminals. In Terminal 1, you can find a play area near Gate 17. In Terminal 2, there is a play area near Gate 212. Terminal 3 also has a play area near Gate 49.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying from Manchester to Melbourne

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Manchester to Melbourne. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Manchester to Melbourne? 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.
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EmiratesOverall score based on 3442 reviews
8.3Crew
8.2Entertainment
7.9Food
8.0Comfort
8.1Boarding
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Emirates A380s are always wonderful to fly on. Their crews, food and service are always excellent. They are typically on time and the only thing I would change (maybe newer or upgraded aircraft have this) is bluetooth so I can pair my noise cancelling headphones without a cable.

10.0 ExcellentPaul, Dec 2025
CHC - SYD
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Emirates A380s are always wonderful to fly on. Their crews, food and service are always excellent. They are typically on time and the only thing I would change (maybe newer or upgraded aircraft have this) is bluetooth so I can pair my noise cancelling headphones without a cable.

The journey was nice, all the crews were very good and services are excellent

Great flight - Clubhouse met our needs, and the staff provided good service. Boarding felt a little chaotic, but given the size of the aircraft, it's always going to be challenging. Whilst the crew were friendly, the number of passengers meant that we received our breakfast items, but had finished breakfast before we were served a drink. Lunch was much better organised, and throughout the flight, the crew were attentive. Found the seats and ICE to be excellent. Disembarkation was fine, and everything possible to expedite the process was being done.

Super flight. On time departure and arrival. Very good service. Luggage arrival at DXB was a little delayed but you can’t have everything the very best :)

Wonderful Premium Economy experience. Felt as good as Business Class for food and entertainment. Comfortable sleeping too

No kids provided. Instead we were told to have contacted the airline that we have kids and require kids meals. We were not the only ones who inquired about kids meals. It’s odd. Emirates and other airlines give kids meals as standard and before the adult food comes out. The rice in our meals was gluggy and under cooked. The chicken was also raw. Sadly not the best experience with Finn Air. The hostesses tried to compensate with the snacks and drinks but missed the mark by a long way. Especially when paying Emirates/Qantas prices

Hospitality is good. Should improve on buggage handling because l lost a suitcase. Layover in Dubai was too long , 6 hours

Can’t complain Only downside was the Kiosk passport check and customs clearance at Melbourne. When will they improve that service🤔

We travelled in economy, were very satisfied with the comfort and keg space of the seats. Food was great compared to other airlines, the crew were very helpful and friendly. Since i was travelling with kids, i needed assistance multiple of times. Will be definitely taking long flights with Emirates from now on.

We loved flying with Emirates in business class, the staff were fabulous, going above & beyond

Super delayed. Unnecessary. Need more competent people doing logistics to keep things moving on time. Totally unacceptable.

Not much of anything could have been done better unless I had a first class ticket. I was literally 15 hours with an airline in the economy class. Very professional friendly and attentive crew. Good airline food, clean cabin, seating area and bathrooms. I've been 4 times back-and-forth with Cathay Pacific, and I would not choose another airline for this trip. Five out of five stars.

Well- trained, cheerful onboard staff. Business class seating and storage were excellent. Outstanding range of food choices, though quality ranged from just OK (seasonal rice and beef dish) to outstanding ( congee and soup noodles with beef brisket). But what can you expect; it's on a plane. I couldn't figure out the remote control, but touch screen worked well. My wife and I (in our 60s), didnt find much to watch from the Entertainment choices. We mostly watched the flight maps. The bedding did the job but is unwieldy and ends up in a clump, with one-third falling on the floor.

Crew on this flight dedicate their business class service to their high priority members. They would get priority service even the seats are behind me, and meals priority service and orders. I get the left over choices. I refused to eat because I felt discriminated, never booking this airline.

First time tying out business class with this airline, hat a disappointment, never returning. We didn’t get the meal as requested from Singapore to HKG flight. While meals served connecting flight, crew takes meal order based off passenger membership status by giving the. Priority selection of meals. It was a battle, plain disappointment, not worth the hype, price, class as categorized/ advertised

The lead business class attendant was excellent. Made a point of greeting you and knowing your name by the time you leave.

A lot of things Never flying with this airline again Had an emergency landing

I am Vegetarian also has Gluten free food. However they gave me chicken and fish which is gluten free, but i am a vegetrain and i requested crew Hindu meal vegetarian, they said they will come back. .but they never showed up even i asked 2nd time. They could have compensate. I also request airline industry to have another option Gluten Free for Vegetarin people as well. Because Vegetarin people will have gluen issue...

they are deley vancouver to hankong 3 hour after honkong 20 hour stay there honkong not visa approved and they cant help to visa so we are stay in airport 20 hour even honkong staf very bad person they cant do for us 6 hour we arround they said you there you go there waste time next time i dont want to go cathay stay in honkong

Check in process at the kiosk, crew in flight and overall comfort was good. Food selection could have been better. Flight from Hong Kong to Los Angeles did not have any vegetarian main course option, it was either sea food or chicken. Being a vegetarian I could only eat yogurt and fruit. Most international flights have one vegetarian main course dish which I found missing in Cathay Pacific menu.

Plane was good Crew was good Food was just ok Could have had more entertainment options But overall good

Lobster starter in business class was not good, tough, served cold, and without butter. Movie selection was missing latest releases, did not offer older classic, high quality movies

Crew and food was good, ok leg room if you don’t have a big box under the seat. And the seats are so narrow (I’m only 70kg), will consider an alternate airline next time

Boarding from DOH to SYD the Business Class were pointed in a separate gate but no one there to receive us. Otherwise it was ok.

The flight was delayed and one member of the crew was a bit rude. But apart from that all good.

The flight overall was good. The attendants did a good job except that 1 female had too much fragrance on. The other things that made the flight unpleasant were out of the airlines control.

It was excellent in all respects. I don’t think it needs any improvement

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 staff was the best I have experienced as a frequent traveller in a long time.

Qatar Airways did a very good job. Flights were slightly delayed with boarding but pilots made up time by arrival. The food was OK, no better or worse than other airlines. Although it would be nice to have three meals during 16 hours flight instead of two.

I missed my flight ,staff unhelpful, they sat and watched me wait ,gangway door closed, English was a problem no announcement I was on time now I missed my month vacation ,lost 1400 bucks no refund I'm sick to my stomach

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.

excellent, the staff was kind and the boarding process was with no issues or hassle

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

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.

In Colombo when I-drop my baggage Sri Lanka air line crew not polite way talk very rude

Same problem place in the middle so small Im 1,85 m so not good 👍

The WiFi was not compatible on both my phones (Vivo Y30 5g and Samsung Galaxy A32) with up-to-date android software.

Did not provided with option for class upgrade. Staff at gate was not able and willing to accommodate with class upgrade, eather with plenty empty spots in business and first class.

I am a larger than average person and in my opinion i don't think it's fair to allocate a window seat to anyone who is my size or larger, i was seated between 2 large passengers on a full aircraft. The guy in the window seat also occupied a portion of the middle seat (my seat) which made my experience of flying with etihad very cramped and uncomfortable, i was flying from Abu Dhabi to Bangkok. Had this been a airbus 380 it would have been better as the seats are larger but unfortunately it wasn't so i had to endure the 6+hrs unable to get any rest

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?

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

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.

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