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Cheapest return fare
£485
Overall average: £544
Ethiopian Air
Mon 5/1Thu 5/2
MAN - NBO • 2 stops
Cheapest direct flights
£509
Typical prices: £451-£636
Kenya Airways
Thu 19/3Sun 22/3
LGW - NBO • Direct
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Cheap Flights to Nairobi

 
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Recent return flight deals to Nairobi

Mon, 5 Jan - Thu, 5 Feb
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18:30 - 13:10MAN-NBO
15h 40m2 stops
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17:30 - 08:20NBO-MAN
17h 50m2 stops
£485Ethiopian Air
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Sun, 11 Jan - Fri, 6 Feb
Etihad Airways Logo
13:40 - 00:50MAN-NBO
32h 10m1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
01:45 - 06:10NBO-MAN
31h 25m1 stop
£487Etihad Airways
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Wed, 7 Jan - Wed, 4 Feb
Brussels Airlines Logo
06:10 - 22:45MAN-NBO
13h 35m2 stops
Brussels Airlines Logo
23:55 - 10:20NBO-MAN
13h 25m1 stop
£487Brussels Airlines
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Sun, 15 Mar - Sun, 29 Mar
Lufthansa Logo
20:15 - 21:15LHR-NBO
22h 00m2 stops
Lufthansa Logo
22:55 - 17:40NBO-LHR
20h 45m1 stop
£491Lufthansa
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Sun, 11 Jan - Sun, 25 Jan
Brussels Airlines Logo
06:50 - 22:45LHR-NBO
12h 55m2 stops
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23:55 - 21:20NBO-LHR
24h 25m1 stop
£497Brussels Airlines
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Fri, 16 Jan - Wed, 28 Jan
Turkish Airlines Logo
17:05 - 03:05LGW-NBO
31h 00m1 stop
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04:50 - 09:20NBO-LGW
31h 30m1 stop
£498Turkish Airlines
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Sat, 21 Feb - Sun, 22 Mar
Lufthansa Logo
17:45 - 21:40BHX-NBO
24h 55m1 stop
Lufthansa Logo
23:55 - 12:35NBO-BHX
15h 40m2 stops
£525Lufthansa
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Thu, 12 Mar - Mon, 16 Mar
Turkish Airlines Logo
11:00 - 03:05EDI-NBO
13h 05m1 stop
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04:25 - 15:20NBO-EDI
13h 55m1 stop
£570Turkish Airlines
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Sun, 30 Nov - Thu, 4 Dec
Kenya Airways Logo
06:05 - 06:10GLA-NBO
21h 05m1 stop
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08:35 - 22:10NBO-GLA
16h 35m1 stop
£773Kenya Airways
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Sun, 30 Nov - Thu, 4 Dec
Kenya Airways Logo
06:05 - 06:10GLA-NBO
21h 05m1 stop
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08:35 - 22:10NBO-GLA
16h 35m1 stop
£774Kenya Airways
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KAYAK's insights & trends for flights to Nairobi

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

What is the cheapest flight to Nairobi?

These are the best round-trip prices found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.

In the last 3 days, the cheapest flight deal to Nairobi was found on the route from Edinburgh, at £212 one-way and £485 return. The most popular connection is from London to Nairobi and KAYAK users have found return deals for as low as £490 in the last 3 days.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport is May, where tickets cost £649 on average for one-way flights. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and August, where the average cost of tickets from the United Kingdom is £1,137 and £1,086 respectively. For return trips, the best month to travel is May with an average price of £542.

What is a good deal for flights to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

If you’re looking for cheap airfare to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport, 25% of our users found tickets to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport for the following prices or less: From London Gatwick Airport £359 one-way - £563 return, from London Heathrow Airport £434 one-way - £610 return.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price, you should book around 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 65 days before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight to Nairobi

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

Kenya Airways' Economy Max offers extra space by keeping adjacent seats vacant.


Bid for a business class upgrade on Kenya Airways to save money before departure.

British Airways

British Airways' premium economy offers 18 cm extra legroom, ideal for long-haul comfort.


BA's Executive Club offers Avios points, but check taxes before redeeming for flights.

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines offers free Wi-Fi up to 1GB in Business Class on long-haul flights.


Consider A350 or 787 for the latest Business Class seats with more privacy on Turkish Airlines.

RwandAir

Rwandair's stopover program includes hotel accommodation for connections between 8-24 hours.


Rwandair's DreamMiles allows family mile pooling for quicker award redemptions.

SAUDIA

Saudia offers dine on demand in Business Class, reducing jet lag on long flights.


Saudia's SkyPriority offers faster check-in and boarding for SkyTeam Elite Plus members.

Egyptair

Egyptair's Boeing 787-9 offers newer seats; avoid A330 for angled lie-flat seats.


Egyptair is a dry airline; bring duty-free alcohol if desired for long flights.

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NBO

For a quick exit, use local taxis or rideshares like Uber, available 24/7 outside the terminal. Negotiate fares upfront for the best deal.

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Daniel Scheffler is a travel writer, podcaster, and producer. Born in Africa, bred in Europe and now living in America he has traveled to 140 countries (and all 50 U.S. states). Plus he has stayed at over 2500 hotels across the globe. His original shows Everywhere and Without Maps (available on Spotify) showcase his beliefs, travel is about humanity and sharing that beauty. And thus it reminds you that you shouldn’t believe everything you think.

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Good to know - Cheap tickets to Nairobi

Low seasonSeptember
Cheapest flight£212
Best time to beat the crowds (17% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (39% more expensive on average)
Flight from Edinburgh to Nairobi

When to book flights to Nairobi

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

  • Is there an on-site hotel at Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

    While there are no hotels within the terminal building, both the Airport View Plaza Hotel and Nairobi Airport Hotel are a short drive from Nairobi Airport (5min and 10min respectively). Both offer day rooms for transiting passengers and the Nairobi Airport Hotel can arrange a free, 24-hour shuttle service.

  • What is the best way to get from Nairobi Airport to the city centre?

    It is possible to use one of the inexpensive Citi Hoppa buses to reach Nairobi city centre and various suburban areas, but the fastest and safest way to get to the city centre is to take a taxi. The airport website offers a quick and easy advance booking process, with a private transfer to central locations costing around 2,500-3,500 KES (19-2,660 GBP).

  • Where can I go to freshen up at Nairobi Airport?

    Passengers in need of a shower after long flights to Nairobi can find basic facilities in the Turkish Airlines Star Alliance Lounge located in Terminal 1E. If you do not hold a Priority Pass already, you can pay a fee on the door to access the lounge for 3h, including the showers.

  • Does Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport offer services for families?

    There are small children’s play areas located throughout the airport, but other facilities (including baby changing) are rather basic. If you have a long layover with children, it may be worth accessing one of the lounges, the majority of which offer children’s rooms.

  • Are there any direct flights from the UK to Nairobi?

    You can find direct flights from the UK to Nairobi, which take around 8h 35min to arrive. Direct flights depart from London Heathrow and arrive at Nairobi Airport. British Airways and Kenya Airways operate along this route. Although direct flights might be more expensive, they save you the stress of long layovers and changing flights along the way.

  • Where can I stop over on the way to Nairobi?

    Depending on the carrier you choose, you can stop over at a number of destinations on your way to Nairobi. Emirates flights stop over in Dubai, Egypt Air flights stop over in Cairo and SAUDIA flights stop over in Jeddah. You can also spend a few days in Addis Ababa if you fly Ethiopian Air, Doha if you book a flight on Qatar Airways and Paris or Amsterdam if you travel on Kenya Airways.

  • What is the cheapest flight to Nairobi?

    In the last 3 days, the cheapest flight deal to Nairobi was found on the route from Edinburgh, at £212 one-way and £485 return. The most popular connection is from London to Nairobi and KAYAK users have found return deals for as low as £490 in the last 3 days.

  • How far is Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport from central Nairobi?

    The distance between Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport and the city centre of Nairobi is 8 miles.

  • How much is a flight to Nairobi?

    On average, a flight to Nairobi costs £562. The cheapest price found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks cost £308 and departed from London Heathrow Airport.

  • What is the cheapest day to fly to Nairobi?

    Based on KAYAK data, the cheapest day to fly to Nairobi is Wednesday where tickets can be as cheap as £636. On the other hand, the most expensive day to fly is Friday, where prices are £676 on average.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights to Nairobi?

    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 to Nairobi.

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

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

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights to Nairobi?

    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 Nairobi 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 to Nairobi?

    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 Nairobi 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 Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

    The cheapest time of day to fly to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport is generally in the afternoon, when flights cost £527 on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport is generally at night, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is £834.

Top tips for finding cheap flights to Nairobi

  • Looking for cheap airfare to Nairobi? 25% of our users found round-trip tickets to Nairobi for the following prices or less: Cheap flights to Nairobi from London Gatwick £740, from London Heathrow £974
  • Enter your preferred departure airport and travel dates into the search form above to unlock the latest Nairobi flight deals.
  • Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport (NBO), commonly referred to as Nairobi Airport, is the busiest airport in East Africa and a popular transit stop. It is the hub for the national carrier Kenya Airways, one of several airlines to offer direct flights to Nairobi from the UK.
  • The airport is divided into two terminals, which service international and domestic flight routes (T1) and low-cost domestic carriers (T2). If you are transferring to a connecting flight at Nairobi Airport, you will find a dedicated transfer bus that offers a free shuttle service between T1 Arrivals and T2 Departures.
  • Several lounges are available at Nairobi Airport, a selection of which can be accessed even without a lounge membership. Pay-on-the-door passes are available at the Simba Lounge, KQ Domestic Lounge and Turkish Airlines Lounge, all of which are located in T1.
  • Business travellers can make use of basic facilities in the airport’s business centre, and there is also a post office in the Main Hall of T1. Some lounges also offer business facilities, such as printing, faxing and conference services.
  • Passengers in need of medical attention after their flights to Nairobi should stop by the Port Health Clinic or visit the 24/7 airport pharmacy to pick up some basic self-help items.
  • There is a small selection of shops and eateries available in Nairobi Airport, but it is worth noting that the majority close in the early evening. While the airport stays open 24 hours a day, travellers with an overnight layover may prefer to seek out a hotel.
  • To reduce your carbon footprint when you’re travelling from the UK to Nairobi, book a flight with Kenya Airways or British Airways. Compared to average flights on this route, these airlines emit 55% less CO2, making them a more sustainable option. You could also look for flights on fuel-efficient modern airplanes.
  • Passengers who require special assistance should contact the airline directly for assistance on board the aircraft. To receive special assistance at Nairobi Airport, passengers with reduced mobility should organise this 48 hours in advance so the Customer Service teams can prepare for your arrival and help you through the terminal.
  • If you are unable to locate your luggage once you arrive at Nairobi Airport, check with KAA security in the Arrival Terminal who are responsible for lost and found property. You can also store your luggage at the airport for a fee at the KAA Information Desk.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying to Nairobi

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Bad confort, bad seat take advantage of the political conflict to double the price

Turkish Airlines will be my first choice to fly in the future.

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

With a 4 hour delay its was a very basic flight which was just bearable. We were offered food vouchers for the delay and then they didnt work, so that was annoying. Also poor communication about the delay which got pushed out 3 times.

The business class seats are designed for someone taller than I am, so my feet were dangling (the footrest was just a smidge too low). Which caused problems with my sciatic nerve and made for a long uncomfortable flight.

Amazing trip! No delays, no broken or lost luggage, and amazing food.

Very good overall.... apart from the cost of extra check ed in luggage where they charge £17 per kg, and no option to just buy an extra bag allowance (at least on the route I took)

The best food I’ve ever been served on an airplane. The security at the gate was frustrating as was the heavy editing of the films and television shows offered.

It was an old airline with the old configuration of business class seats. Not really what we signed up for for the longest leg of the trip. Disappointing.

flight with heavy turbulence old boeing 777 rest wasnt clean dashboard doesn’t work

I had a memorable experience. I dont have any comments at this time regarding waht could be better.

Need to do a lot of improvement on service and cleaness

Food hardly ever changes Videos not often updated for often travel.

Traveling with Ethiopian is always a good experience. I also enjoy the stay at skylight hotel in Addis

Lost suite case and pillow that’s used by senior and they didn’t leave it at the airport

Forgotten Suite inside of the top compartment but went back to ask and they didn’t leave at the lost and found place. Also the checking in was so horrible. I had multi city and one of the passenger saint have visa go go go Dubai. The Ethiopian airlines never had information about requirement for US permanent resident so couldn’t go to Dubai. And when coming back to US we were told we can not use our Addis to Washington ticket and they forced us to get new ticket. Very horrible experience.

The hygiene was super bad. Smells bad and air refreshment is highly advisable. The crew made some one else sit in my spot and no one is checking seat number and people are jumping to sit on other people’s allocated seat.

It was wonderful best Air lines covert and all very happy with their service they have been very helpful and friendly

No Asian Vegetarian food was available on this sector but only fish and chicken and pasta were offered.

For Vegetarian Food was very poor. Though we had opted for Asian Vegetarian Food they didn’t serve but only what was available was served. We were offered Smoked Salmon!

For a long haul flight, the seats were too narrow. Paid for extra legroom but wish I could have paid for width! I was pressed against another person for the whole donation of the flight.

Delayed flight made my day very long, but other than that KQ got me to my destination in good shape.

The nice treatment and lovely pilots who accepted my son inside for a photo.So lovely of them

Got delayed for over 24 hours. Fight was cancelled. Was put up at a nice hotel whose kitchen was unfortunately not prepared for the sudden influx of guests The headphone jacks on the seat were loose and sound kept getting dropped over the headphones. Food was good though. Certain items (Amarula) were not available for purchase over the on-plane duty free. Had been told i would pick my luggage at my final destination*wrong* had to pick it up in JFK and recheck it and then got charged for it**** too tired to argue with the Delta staff on the issue.... after a 15 hr flight.

This one is not bad even it is late, but they apologize and every time they announced the update.

I’m very disappointed for this trip and I will never travel again in this airline. In addition, I don’t recommend to any human being to travel to Kenya Airways. They keep me at Nairobi for 4 days without care. I was at Nairobi from 6 a.m Morning up to 10 a:m Thursday. For that reason, I have trouble for my work and may be I will lose my job. During for those 4 days I didn’t have my medicine, I didn’t have clothes to change because all my clothes were in my checked bags. On Thursday, when I got flight, they don’t even apologize for all consequences I had. During for those 4 days, I learned many things for this airline. It is their system to treat passengers like this because they had hundreds or thousands passengers around Nairobi waiting for their flights after their original flights cancelled. If I lose my job, I planned to file claim to the airline. This is not airline to travel with.

They weight duty free goods at check in and count the weight as carry on luggage. Results : for 4 bottles I had to opay $150. rip off. Be careful to avoid any duty free shopping at Dubai airport

The boarding was fast, the food was great; however, the seats & leg space were tight.

I enjoyed my flight I arrived safe with all my luggage

No complaints just improve on the food service. Provide enough dinner. People are complaining about that.

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.

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.

The boarding process was very poorly organized. Too many people had way to much carry on and resulted in loading overhead bins being the gating factor. Time for change.

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