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Cheap Flights from Istanbul to Chicago

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Istanbul to Chicago 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 round-trip flight deals from Istanbul to Chicago

Mon, Nov 17 - Wed, Dec 3
KLM Logo
4:50 am - 3:10 pmIST-ORD
19h 20m1 stop
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4:25 pm - 4:55 pmORD-IST
15h 30m1 stop
$626KLM
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Mon, Nov 17 - Wed, Dec 3
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4:50 am - 3:10 pmIST-ORD
19h 20m1 stop
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3:50 pm - 4:55 pmORD-IST
16h 05m2 stops
$630KLM
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Wed, Nov 19 - Sun, Nov 30
KLM Logo
4:50 am - 3:10 pmIST-ORD
19h 20m1 stop
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4:25 pm - 4:55 pmORD-IST
15h 30m1 stop
$631KLM
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Mon, Nov 10 - Tue, Dec 2
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7:35 am - 10:05 amIST-ORD
11h 30mnonstop
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11:50 am - 7:10 amORD-IST
10h 20mnonstop
$633Turkish Airlines
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Wed, Mar 4 - Mon, Mar 9
KLM Logo
4:50 am - 5:37 pmIST-ORD
21h 47m2 stops
KLM Logo
1:35 pm - 4:55 pmORD-IST
19h 20m2 stops
$635KLM
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Mon, Dec 15 - Sat, Mar 21
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8:15 am - 6:45 pmIST-ORD
19h 30m1 stop
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10:45 pm - 1:10 amORD-IST
18h 25m1 stop
$639British Airways
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Wed, Nov 26 - Fri, Dec 5
British Airways Logo
7:35 am - 6:45 pmIST-ORD
20h 10m1 stop
British Airways Logo
9:45 pm - 12:35 amORD-IST
17h 50m1 stop
$640British Airways
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Sun, Nov 16 - Tue, Dec 2
Turkish Airlines Logo
7:35 am - 10:05 amIST-ORD
11h 30mnonstop
Turkish Airlines Logo
11:50 am - 7:10 amORD-IST
10h 20mnonstop
$643Turkish Airlines
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Wed, Nov 12 - Wed, Dec 3
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6:30 am - 11:10 amIST-ORD
13h 40m1 stop
Lufthansa Logo
6:25 pm - 10:45 pmORD-IST
19h 20m1 stop
$648Lufthansa
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Thu, Dec 18 - Tue, Mar 17
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3:00 pm - 8:00 pmIST-ORD
14h 00m1 stop
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10:55 pm - 2:00 pmORD-IST
31h 05m1 stop
$664LOT
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Everything you should know

Our travelers' advice
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Turkish Airlines offers priority boarding for comfort.
Arrive early at Istanbul's huge airport for your flight.
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Cheapest • from $626 (round-trip)
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Cheapest round-trip
$626
Typical prices: $620-$842
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Cheapest non-stop
$633
Typical prices: $725-$914
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Istanbul to Chicago flights

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

How much is a round-trip flight from Istanbul to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Istanbul to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport departing in November.

What is the cheapest Istanbul to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight route?

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

The cheapest return flight from Istanbul to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport costs $652 on the route between Istanbul Airport (IST) and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD). It is also the most popular route.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Istanbul to Chicago?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Istanbul to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

When flying from Istanbul to Chicago, you should consider leaving on a Monday and avoid Thursdays if you are looking for the best rates. For your return to Istanbul, you’ll find the best rates on Wednesdays and the most expensive ones on Fridays.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Istanbul to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Istanbul to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is February, where tickets cost $634 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are August and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,025 and $868 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Istanbul to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

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

To get a below average price on the flight from Istanbul to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 11% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 22 weeks before departure.

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Cheapest flight$368
Flight from Istanbul Airport to Chicago O'Hare Airport

When to book flights from Istanbul to Chicago

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Istanbul to Chicago based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips 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.

Flights from Istanbul to Chicago: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travelers who flew the route from Istanbul to Chicago 
Verified travelerFlew with Turkish AirlinesIST-ORDMar 2025
"If you're flying from Istanbul to Chicago, here are some tips to keep in mind: 1. *Choose a comfortable airline*: I recommend flying with Turkish Airlines or United Airlines, as they offer a relatively smooth and efficient boarding process. 2. *Be prepared for long flight*: The flight from Istanbul to Chicago can take around 10-11 hours, so make sure to bring entertainment, snacks, and comfortable clothing. 3. *Take advantage of in-flight amenities*: Both Turkish Airlines and United Airlines offer a range of in-flight amenities, including meals, drinks, and entertainment. 4. *Plan for jet lag*: Chicago is 8 hours behind Istanbul, so plan accordingly and try to adjust your sleep schedule before arrival. As for the boarding process, I found Turkish Airlines to be particularly comfortable and efficient. They offer: - *Priority boarding*: For passengers with special needs or priority status. - *Efficient queue management*: Turkish Airlines uses a well-organized queue system to minimize waiting times. - *Friendly staff*: The flight attendants and ground staff are always helpful and welcoming. Overall, with some planning and preparation, you can have a comfortable and enjoyable flight from Istanbul to Chicago!"
FarisFlew with Turkish AirlinesIST-ORDDec 2024
Come very early to the airport because it’s very huge
MohamadFlew with Turkish AirlinesIST-ORDJun 2024
Make sure that you have enough transit time because the airport is huge

FAQs for booking Istanbul to Chicago flights

  • What are the most popular layovers for flights from Istanbul to Chicago?

    Most airlines, including Finnair, American Airlines, and Delta, have one or more stops on the Istanbul to Chicago route. However, the layover city, duration, and number of stops vary from one airline to another. For this reason, check the flight route before booking to avoid long layover durations if you need a quick trip. Common layover cities include Zurich, Munich, Milan, Copenhagen, Frankfurt, Paris, London, and Amsterdam.

  • Can I upgrade to first class on flights from Istanbul to Chicago?

    There are allowances to upgrade to first class if your airline has seats available. Mostly, your airline emails you about available seats and the amenities to expect on your journey. The upgrading cost varies from one airline to another, depending on your class fare. Therefore, check the price before upgrading to avoid affecting your travel budget. However, upgrading is cheaper than originally booking a first class ticket. Also, you need to upgrade at least 24 hours before departure to avoid last-minute stress.

  • How can I travel to downtown Chicago from O’Hare International Airport (ORD)?

    One way to travel from ORD airport to downtown Chicago is to take the L Train from Terminals 1, 2, or 3. These trains operate 24/7 and get you to the city in about 60 to 90 minutes depending on your destination. You can also take van shuttles that depart every 10 to 15 minutes, which get you downtown in about 60 minutes.

  • Which airline on the Istanbul to Chicago route has the most favorable carry-on policy?

    Most airlines, including KLM, Qatar Airways, and Lufthansa, have different carry-on requirements. However, Delta has the most favorable carry-on policy on this route. This airline requires you to carry luggage that fits beneath your seat or in the upper cabin to ensure all passengers have a comfortable journey.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Istanbul to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Istanbul to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport was $368 for a one-way ticket and $626 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Istanbul and Chicago?

    A passport is required to fly from Istanbul to Chicago.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Istanbul to Chicago?

    Istanbul is served by 2 major airports and there is only 1 main airport in Chicago. You will leave Istanbul from one of these airports: Istanbul or Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen. You will be arriving at Chicago O'Hare Intl.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Istanbul to Chicago?

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

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Istanbul to Chicago?

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

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Istanbul to Chicago?

    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 Istanbul to Chicago.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Chicago from Istanbul 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 Istanbul to Chicago?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Chicago with an airline and back to Istanbul with another airline.

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

    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 Chicago from Istanbul 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 Istanbul to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

  • If traveling on a tight budget, you can book cheap flights from Istanbul to Chicago. Most low-cost airlines, including Lufthansa, Qatar Airways, Delta, and Turkish Airlines, charge competitive rates on this route.
  • Istanbul International Airport (IST) is a hub for Turkish Airlines. The airport serves many Asian, African, North American, and European destinations. At the same time, O’Hare International Airport (ORD) is a hub for American Airlines and United Airlines, serving millions of passengers each year.
  • Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) is an alternative departure airport when flying from Istanbul to Chicago. Though both airports are far from downtown Istanbul, the advantage of flying from this airport is that it's smaller, so you can expect shorter queues.
  • You can book Turkish Airlines if you need a sustainable journey from Istanbul to Chicago. This airline has partnered with Neste to use sustainable aviation fuels to reduce their carbon footprint. In addition, the company is focused on waste management to reduce waste disposed of in the landfill.
  • The most convenient way to travel from downtown Istanbul to IST airport is to take a shuttle or a taxi to get there in approximately 30 minutes. Alternatively, you can rent a car to drive to the airport at your own pace.

Prefer to fly direct from Istanbul to Chicago?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Istanbul to Chicago O'Hare Intl.
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Direct departures

Istanbul to Chicago O'Hare Intl

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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Chicago O'Hare Intl to Istanbul

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Istanbul to Chicago

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Istanbul to Chicago. 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 Istanbul to Chicago? 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.
7.7
KLMOverall score based on 1406 reviews
7.7Comfort
7.3Food
7.1Entertainment
7.8Boarding
8.4Crew
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At the airport, terrible, I do not want to even remember it. It was too humiliating for a business class passenger.

2.0 MediocreElizabeth, Oct 2025CDG - AMS
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At the airport, terrible, I do not want to even remember it. It was too humiliating for a business class passenger.

Couldn’t get boarding pass in SLC even with help from a redcoat, so had to find a desk in AMS to get boarding pass. Technical problems so not sure why. Very inconvenient. The KLM app is not as user friendly as most apps. Also had to wait almost an hour on the tarmac for a fuel truck, which caused us to miss a connecting bus in LUX.

First of all we couldn’t check in online, then we learn at the airport we were on stand by for KLM’s mistake of overbooking. The seats were not comfy at all. Our luggage got lost.

The baggage drop-off in Stuttgart is bad: after online check-in you cannot use the automated baggage drop off as indicated on the website. You can use the terminals but have to cue to 1 of three open and slowly working counters to drop the bags. took about 45 minutes wait time.

My flight was delayed by 6 hours then I missed BOTH of my connecting flights, I then had to stay in the AIRPORT at JFK because soooooo many people also suffered from missing flights and there was no hotels available. I would like to be compensated for this experience! I had to stay in the airport for over 16 hours!

The service was great. However the lounge only gets passing grade

I appreciate that KLM was proactive in informing me of the 2 hour delay which enabled me to replan my travel. It was a bit stressful not knowing whether my connection from Montreal to Ottawa was happening. But the ground and air crew did a good job at comforting and assuring me.

Cabin crew professional, polite and friendly, boarding was seemless, but come on KLM surely you can do better than a pack of cheesy biscuits as an inflight snack

Cabin crew were excellent, very proffesional, polite and friendly, in flight snack was underwhelming, a packet of cheese biscuits, im sure KLM could run to a sandwich!

Legroom not all it could be, especially when the seat in front is reclined. Otherwise it was good, food and beverage were nice.

Flight was delayed for a hour from Warsaw, not sure why. When we landed in Chicago, plane was still on the runway for about half a hour. Took a while to get off.

No WiFi and ok comfort in business class. Home safe I guess that’s all that really matters.

The flight itself was pleasant and on time. Crew was very good. However, breakfast food was barely acceptable. Unfortunately this satisfies the recent industry standards. I asked for a sandwich with ham (another choice was cheese), but received a sandwich with roast beef.

During the flight, the fleas biting me in the plane.

Delay rushed to the next plane and bags didn’t arrive in chicago

Boarding could've been improved a bit, the rest is excellent.

The crew and flight were amazing . However , my bag’s locker got broken and no refund provided . Everything else was amazing except this bad incident that ruined my experience

The seats are small and the movie selection was disappointing. However, the food was excellent and the cabin crew was attentive and kind.

It was was okay but the seat was stiff and hard to sit on it!!

Seats were so uncomfortable, my butt hurts so much, I wish they have more cushions,it really was horrible, Except that, Stewarts were polite food was decent

Food is very turkish. No regard for other natinalities taste and preference. The entertainment can be improved- it was the same menu on 10/8/25 and 10/25/25. The boarding is the worst in the airline industry- I suggest you ask your staff to and watch how other airlines do it.

The best airline for international travel in terms of value you get in business class (service/cost)

I liked the overall flight experience. However, Turkish officials could do a better job at guiding non-Turkish speakers to their connecting flight gates in such a huge & vast airport.

Very small and cramped aisles and seats. Food was poor but the fresh hot roll and hummus was good. No cans of soda given but they had small bottles of water. Crew was nice and pleasant and kept bathroom clean.

We couldn’t fly to Chicago on our booked flight. The flight was overbooked.

Small seat space for 13 hours flight, they charged for baggage , very bad quality of food,

I was sitting almost in the back, the seats are very tight and there’s no legroom, it’s uncomfortable for a long distance

Absolute worst airline. Charged us $720 to check 4 bags (2 of which were carry-on). Entertainment systems didnt work. And on a 12 hour flight they served 2 meals and never once came around outside of those 2 meals with a beverage or cup of water. Will never fly them again.

Took forever to board. They made announcements without the loudspeaker and since the waiting room was full of screaming kids, no one could hear what they were saying. The business class sleeper seats were designed for tall skinny people. When partially reclined there was nowhere to rest my feet because they did not reach the footrest. and when fully reclined there wasn't room at my sides for my arms. Definitely one of the worst sleeper seats I have ever had.

About an hour delay but we made it to Chicago. I feel that the smaller connecting flights are the ones that cause the delays on the bigger planes that fly international.

The seat space seemed small especially when the person ahead reclined but other than that, very good.

Luggage transfer in Chicago was not performed in time. I received my luggage at my destination two days later.

Food was poor quality and the screens for entertainment didn’t work properly

It was a short flight, everything was good with it.

I darted through the Frankfurt airport to make my connecting flight. I asked if it was a possibility to upgrade and the agent did. This was the kindest gesture and it made up for the previous delayed flight and distress/anxiety of anticipating that Zi was going to miss my Frankfurt-Chicago connection. I cannot express my gratitude for the upgrade.. I am 5feet 10 inches do the leg space was amazing.

I meant this flight was not good, the one from Tirana to Frankfurt was better!

I was very grateful for Lufthansa's role in organizing mobility support. The touchscreen on my seat was faulty: slow, stained (I couldn't get it clean), and glitchy. This made selecting movies extremely time consuming, and twice I had to start all over from the beginning.

The crew was the best I’ve ever encountered. Business class was spacious, immaculate, and very modern.

I wish seats were not reclinable. It's so claustrophobic when the person in front of you spends most of a nine hour flight leaned all the way back. The crew was really nice though and the dinner (red Thai curry) was pretty compelling.

Our flights were severely delayed, then canceled and we had to fly out next day with no sleep accommodation help. This led to our baggage being lost and the service reps after baggage couldn’t be bothered to help. They kept sending us to different counters when we were at the right counter to begin with. The only saving grace was the angel woman supervisor with blond hair who helped us put in a missing baggage claim.

Not my definition of first class. No leg room and barely any recline. The food was good. The crew was great. The comfort for the price I paid for London to Cairo was highway robbery. The Wi-Fi didn't work for me either.

There might be more food options for people who can't eat so much starch/sugar/bread/rice. Meat, cheese, walnuts/pecans for snack, maybe jerky or other kinds of meat-based snacks would be better than bread and rice and sweets. I had an extra chardonnay, which was fine. The entertainment was great.

Unfortunately, my flight was cancelled because of some sort of emergency over the Atlantic and had to return to London. While I think British Airways made every effort to mitigate the situation, I must say it was still pretty unpleasant. I do appreciate the fact, however, that British Airways put my safety first…and I think the effort to correct a bad situation was very sincere. But I think the process might be handled better in future.

Crew service was poor and very little difference between premium economy and economy. Disappointed.

My bags never made it on the flight and I now have to wait for them to arrive hopefully tomorrow. You can’t even track your bags in the app to see where they are since they didn’t arrive. You have to file a claim and then wait for them to inform you when you will receive your bag. We were already delayed for an hour due to baggage so I don’t understand how my bag didn’t make the flight.

One of the worst experience given the middle seat even asked for the change no one honored,boarded at the end and overall one of the worst experience

It was good although our flight to the UK was cancelled and rescheduled for two days later. This was after we were already seated on the plane. We missed the first leg of our trip. BA did put us up at a hotel and paid for our meals but we lost our hotel costs in Glasgow.

The crew was very nice and pleasant. We were very reluctant to book our flight with British Airlines because we had bad experience with their flight attendants on the previous trips, they were rude and not helpful.

I am a 25+ years American Airlines member. British Airways is simply above and beyond in every customer satisfaction category.

The seat pads are past there sell by date now and are uncomfotable. Also, with screens in the back of the seat, the seats shouldnt be able to recline as this puts rhe screen in your face.

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