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Cheapest round-trip
$540
Overall average: $593
KLM
Mon 5/11Tue 6/30
LHR - DEL • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$570
Typical prices: $631-$840
Air India
Thu 2/26Mon 3/16
LHR - DEL • Non-stop
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Air India's economy class includes free meals with veg options.
Heathrow's security queues can be long; arrive early.
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Etihad Airways
Cheapest • from $576 (round-trip)
Oman Air
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Cheap Flights from Heathrow to New Delhi (LHR-DEL)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Heathrow to New Delhi 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 Heathrow to New Delhi

Mon, May 11 - Tue, Jun 30
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8:40 am - 1:55 amLHR-DEL
12h 45m1 stop
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3:55 am - 1:50 pmDEL-LHR
14h 25m1 stop
$540KLM
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Mon, Feb 23 - Wed, Feb 25
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6:35 am - 12:05 amLHR-DEL
12h 00m1 stop
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1:45 am - 8:05 amDEL-LHR
11h 50m1 stop
$555Multiple Airlines
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Wed, Feb 18 - Mon, Mar 9
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9:50 pm - 8:45 pmLHR-DEL
17h 25m1 stop
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9:35 pm - 6:35 amDEL-LHR
14h 30m1 stop
$556Gulf Air
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Mon, Feb 2 - Wed, Feb 11
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8:55 pm - 7:30 amLHR-DEL
29h 05m1 stop
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4:20 pm - 2:30 pmDEL-LHR
27h 40m1 stop
$557Etihad Airways
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Thu, Jan 22 - Sun, Jan 25
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8:55 pm - 7:30 amLHR-DEL
29h 05m1 stop
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4:20 pm - 12:05 pmDEL-LHR
25h 15m1 stop
$559Etihad Airways
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Mon, Jan 19 - Thu, Mar 26
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6:00 am - 12:15 amLHR-DEL
12h 45m1 stop
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1:45 am - 8:05 amDEL-LHR
11h 50m1 stop
$560SWISS
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Mon, Jan 19 - Wed, Mar 25
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9:05 pm - 6:00 pmLHR-DEL
15h 25m1 stop
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10:00 am - 6:55 pmDEL-LHR
14h 25m1 stop
$562Air India
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Mon, Feb 2 - Thu, Mar 19
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9:50 pm - 8:45 pmLHR-DEL
17h 25m1 stop
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5:40 am - 6:35 amDEL-LHR
30h 25m1 stop
$563Gulf Air
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Mon, Jan 12 - Thu, Jan 22
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8:55 pm - 7:30 amLHR-DEL
29h 05m1 stop
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4:20 pm - 12:05 pmDEL-LHR
25h 15m1 stop
$565Etihad Airways
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Tue, Jan 20 - Wed, Mar 25
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9:05 pm - 6:00 pmLHR-DEL
15h 25m1 stop
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6:15 am - 11:30 amDEL-LHR
10h 45mnonstop
$566Air India
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Heathrow to New Delhi flights

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

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from London Heathrow Airport to New Delhi?

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

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

What is the cheapest month to fly from London Heathrow Airport to New Delhi?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from London Heathrow Airport to New Delhi, 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 Heathrow Airport to New Delhi is May, where tickets cost $593 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $937 and $872 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from London Heathrow Airport to New Delhi?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 2 stops layover the cheapest option at $684 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to New Delhi?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from London Heathrow Airport to New Delhi, 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 Heathrow Airport to New Delhi, you should book around 8 weeks before departure, which saves you about 16% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 24 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Heathrow to New Delhi

 
Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarization of KAYAK-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are original to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Airlines
Air India

Air India's Upgrade+ system allows bidding for discounted upgrades on long flights.


Air India's economy class offers complimentary meals with vegetarian options available.

British Airways

BA's Premium Economy offers more space, priority boarding, and bigger baggage allowance.


BA's Executive Club loyalty program offers Avios points for flights and partner services.

Virgin Atlantic

Virgin Atlantic's Upper Class provides fully flat beds and access to exclusive lounges.


Virgin Atlantic's Premium Economy offers wider seats, more legroom, and enhanced meal service.

Air Canada

Air Canada's Signature Class offers lie-flat seats with direct aisle access on long-haul flights.


Air Canada offers Wi-Fi on some flights; check availability five days before departure.

Airports
LHR

Heathrow's security queues can be long. Arrive early and monitor flight info screens closely for gate announcements to avoid last-minute rushes.

DEL

Use the Delhi Metro Orange Line for a quick 15-minute ride from DEL to New Delhi Station, but note it doesn't operate 24 hours.

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Good to know

Low seasonMay
Cheapest flight$371
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 18% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 2% lower on average.
Flight from London Heathrow Airport to New Delhi

When to book flights from Heathrow to New Delhi

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Heathrow to New Delhi based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
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FAQs for booking London Heathrow Airport to New Delhi flights

  • Where can I exchange currency at New Delhi Airport?

    Thomas Cook, Centrum and Central Bank of India have office locations at the International Arrivals Hall of Terminal 3 at New Delhi Airport where you can conduct foreign exchange or money order transactions. For receiving quick cash, ATMs are situated at various points of the International Arrivals Hail for your convenience.

  • Are there any hotels at New Delhi Airport?

    You can find sleep pods and short stay rooms for transit passengers, otherwise there is no long term accommodation available at New Delhi Airport. However, there are several hotels within a few miles of the terminals including Lemon Tree Premier, Delhi Airport; Radisson Blu Plaza Delhi Airport and JW Marriott Hotel New Delhi Aerocity.

  • What are the public transport options from New Delhi Airport to downtown?

    The Delhi Metro Airport Express (Orange Line) provides high-speed rail service to Central Delhi, which takes about 25min. Ticket machines are available at Terminal 3 International Arrivals Hall and fare prices range from around ₹10 (£0.10) to about ₹60 (£0.60). There is also a DTC bus service linking the airport to Interstate Bus Terminal in the city centre, which involves airport shuttle bus transfers to an off-site staging area where the buses stop.

  • What are a few nearby regions/cities served by New Delhi Airport?

    New Delhi Airport is the principal airport serving the larger National Capital Territory of Delhi, which encompasses portions of the Indian states Uttar Pradesh and Haryana. This region includes major cities like Noida (16 miles), Faridabad (18 miles), and Ghaziabad (20 miles) from the capital city.

  • What is the cheapest flight from London Heathrow Airport to New Delhi?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to New Delhi was $371 for a one-way ticket and $540 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between London Heathrow Airport and New Delhi?

    Yes, you’ll need a passport to travel to New Delhi from London Heathrow Airport.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from London Heathrow Airport to New Delhi?

    Only Air Canada offers inflight Wi-Fi service on the London Heathrow Airport to New Delhi flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from London Heathrow Airport to New Delhi?

    The Airbus A350-1000 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the London Heathrow Airport to New Delhi flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from London Heathrow Airport to New Delhi?

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

  • On which days can I fly direct from London Heathrow Airport to New Delhi?

    There are nonstop flights from London Heathrow Airport to New Delhi on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from London to New Delhi, Oman Air or Finnair?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from London to New Delhi are Oman Air and Finnair. With an average price for the route of $685 and an overall rating of 8.2, Oman Air is the most popular choice. Finnair is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $723 and an overall rating of 7.6.

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

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from London Heathrow Airport to New Delhi.

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

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

    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 New Delhi with an airline and back to London Heathrow Airport with another airline. Booking your flights between London Heathrow Airport and DEL can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

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

    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 New Delhi from London Heathrow Airport 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 Heathrow Airport to New Delhi

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $451 or less one-way and $614 or less round-trip.
  • British Airways operates an air hub at London Heathrow Airport (LHR), and from there you can get direct flights to New Delhi Indira Gandhi Int’l Airport (DEL), known simply as New Delhi Airport. The airline also offers one-stop service to New Delhi via several international airports including Bengaluru Int’l Airport (BLU) and Abu Dhabi int’l Airport (ABU).
  • The Heathrow Express train service is a faster and cheaper option for travelling to Heathrow than taking a taxi or using Mid-Stay or Long Stay airport parking facilities. The Heathrow Express leaves London Paddington station every 15min and takes less than 20min to arrive at the airport. Anytime one-way tickets cost about £25, but you can get a return fare for about £37.
  • Be Relax Lounge and Spa has two locations in London Heathrow’s Terminal 5 (Level 2 Gates A18 and B35), where you can enjoy a relaxing massage or beauty treatment before your flight. If you prefer table service and refreshments instead, try the nearby Club Aspire Lounge (Level 2, Gate 18) or the Plaza Premium Lounge, which is located at Gate A16, Level 4 at Terminal 2.
  • London Heathrow Airport offers meeting rooms with office facilities where business travellers can conduct briefings or get some paperwork done before their flights depart. Regus sponsors meeting rooms at Terminals 2, 3, 4 (in partnership with Plaza Premium Lounge) and Terminal 5. Book ahead and take advantage of available discounts.
  • Travellers are advised that London Heathrow Airport is a smoke-free zone, so if the desire arises, you’ll need to find one the of designated smoking areas outside terminal buildings. Electronic and e-cigarettes are also prohibited inside all airport buildings and on all flights including bathrooms.

Prefer to fly direct from London Heathrow Airport to New Delhi?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from London Heathrow to New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl.
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Direct departures

London Heathrow to New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Monday

Air India, British Airways, Virgin Atlantic

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Tuesday

Air India, British Airways, Virgin Atlantic

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Wednesday

Air India, British Airways, Virgin Atlantic

Air India, British Airways, +1 more

Thursday

Air India, British Airways, Virgin Atlantic

Air India, British Airways, +1 more

Friday

Air India, British Airways, Virgin Atlantic

Air India, British Airways, +1 more

Saturday

Air India, British Airways, Virgin Atlantic

Air India, British Airways, +1 more

Sunday

Air India, British Airways, Virgin Atlantic

Air India, British Airways, +1 more

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Direct returns

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl to London Heathrow

Monday

Air India, British Airways, Virgin Atlantic

Air India, British Airways, +1 more

Tuesday

Air India, British Airways, Virgin Atlantic

Air India, British Airways, +1 more

Wednesday

Air India, British Airways, Virgin Atlantic

Air India, British Airways, +1 more

Thursday

Air India, British Airways, Virgin Atlantic

Air India, British Airways, +1 more

Friday

Air India, British Airways, Virgin Atlantic

Air India, British Airways, +1 more

Saturday

Air India, British Airways, Virgin Atlantic

Air India, British Airways, +1 more

Sunday

Air India, British Airways, Virgin Atlantic

Air India, British Airways, +1 more

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Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Heathrow to New Delhi

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from London to New Delhi. 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.
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8.2
Oman AirOverall score based on 105 reviews
8.4Crew
7.9Food
7.9Entertainment
8.3Boarding
8.2Comfort
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You guys need to check with your sub contractors. I had a confirmation email from airfare I don’t know then when I reach at the airport the check in offer did not see the ticket in the system. I had to issue another ticket at double the normal rate because I had to travel on the same day.

2.0 MediocreAnonymous, Sep 2025DXB - MCT
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You guys need to check with your sub contractors. I had a confirmation email from airfare I don’t know then when I reach at the airport the check in offer did not see the ticket in the system. I had to issue another ticket at double the normal rate because I had to travel on the same day.

Joyful and pleasant. Food is amazing staff are so welcoming seats are comfortable. I would like to thank Shahrazad for her amazing service,

The seat was uncomfortable for me, less leg space and a tight space.

Very good - could have been more proactive asking for drinks as only got one all flight offered.

If you fly more often with Oman on the same route, you will realize the offered food is always the same. Quality of food is good, however, it is getting boring to know there is a soup or salad with goat cheese as starten and maincourse there is lamb, fish or vegetarian pasta. Pasta is always nice.

Man to Muscat the staff were poor. Missed bringing drinks to me & ran out of Beer. I didn't get a drink. Muscat to BKK staff excellent, food ok, and I was offered a drink.

Really a nice flight. , very comfortable seats and leg space.

Oman Air is on the relation Muscat-Salalah without any serious competition and that's to feel same as the metall bars of your seat in your backside after this flight. Don't expect anything other than being brought from A to B and you won't be disappointed

Everything was great in the business class. Seats 1A and 1C wouldn't recline properly. If i stood up then it did recline, even when the crew checked it he made me stand up recline it all the way and then he said "ok now you can sit" i just laughed it off.

We missed our connection due to technical issues with the plane. We were stuck in Oman Airport for 5 hours, had to overnight there, got rerouted to London, were denied boarding on the plane, were then seated separately (as a family of 5), did not receive any notification of our luggage being in London, were denied boarding for the AA flight to Chicago, and then all seated separately again. Finally our luggage was lost. Worst experience ever. Will never fly on this airline again

Great staff great experience, made a 2 hour delay very bearable

Great staff, great experience, made a 2 hour delay very bearable

Food was the worst I’ve had on a VA flight. Normally it’s a lot better

I was my pleasure to fly virgin on my birthday for my first solo trip ever 🫶🏼

These are one of the older seat arrangements facing away from the windows! Not particularly convenient sets. No storage spaces. NO COAT HANGING HOOKS. Inconvenient business class seat compared to any other airlines of similar class. Staff are excellent! Extremely professional, friendly. Food is good too.

Overall, flight was excellent but check in was very slow for Premium Economy. Economy queue was shorter but we weren't allowed to use it.

The staff was not very polite but the flight was very very nice and comfortable and the entertainment was great

Great crew - old style upper class seats on the older fleet now feels dated

Premium economy more comfortable than economy, but not by much. Did was awful, do not try the omelette. Flight crew were helpful. Flight was delayed by over an hour. Overall but bad, arrived safely and thank God.

Food was excellent. Service was very good. Staff was very helpful to all passengers.

I wish they gave the earphones earlier rather than when we are already in flight.

Very nice staff members are very nice and friendly helpful

We were a little late pushing back ,but arrived a head of time.

W ended up getting stuck in Edinburgh Scotland during the air strike. They cancelled our flight and No help to get us rebooked. All said down that cost us over $2,000 extra at least to get home. Hopefully we will be reimbursed somehow! Won’t be flying Air Canada again

The 787 Dreamliner that we flew on was relatively new and a nice aircraft. We flew on a 777 which was noticeably older and the seats were average” but the 787 was very nice, especially for the price. No window blinds anymore, instead high tech adjustable polychromatic glass!! Nice.

an absolute disaster and nightmare on air condition. IT WAS FREEZING!! everyone around us had hats, hoodies, gloves outdoor jackets on. that segment of the aircraft had a fault I assume...no amount of suggestion to turn down the air con helped. otherwise all good.

Everything was very good, short delay Toronto to Regina on my return to Canada but not a big deal. Thanks Kayak, Dr. Ian Stewart

Boarded smoothly, took off on time. Entertainment screens were reliable and the movie library is abundant. Food better than wtst was served on the first leg of the journey by another airline.

Check in was incredibly fast, fukuoka was comfortable and crew very pleasant. The only negative was that the boarding was somewhat chaotic, but it so often is these days as airlines tend to board by how much you pay and not by what an orderly process of filling the plane would be.

Delayed in Fort Lauderdale 3 hours , gave us $15 coupon for meals at 20:50, when most of the restuarant closed at 21:00.

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 chaotic at LHR and the seat was not as comfortable as other airlines....

Great flight. One unique individual assisting in business class who should have not been there. Need more generic meals, not British centric.

Aircraft condition poor, no inflight entertainment, broken seats, seats worn, split armrests, flat seat cushions and seat would recline. Aircraft needs refitting completely!

There’s no comparison for new avatar of air India. Long live Air India. Amazing hospitality and ultra soft polite charming crew

Bad seats. Broken entertainment system. Charging port not working. Seats were broken worn out. Crew was amazing. They helped as much as they could.

my experience with kayak was terrible. Team kayak just left me with a booking and limbo and preffered not to contact me.. Instead when I contacted the team they said the booking is cancelled. Seriously 5 days after booking u were waiting of my call to inform me of the incompetence of the team. This will be taken up with higher authorities

Poor hygiene in the lavatories. Limited control of passengers who often were up standing around my seat talking loudly with their friends.

Too many changes in departure time (4-5 times before the actual departure time was determined) with no reasons provided.

It was far better than what others had led me to expect. I would fly with them again. Don't expect all features of the entertainment system to work.

The plane interior was incredibly outdated. Nothing worked. My tray table was taped together (yes, TAPED!). None of the TV monitors worked. There were no buttons to turn on the overhead lights or call for a flight attendant. There was no indication of where we were or how long it would be till we got to our destination. This was a 15 hour flight btw. I was seated near the bathrooms and after a few hours on the flight, it smelled strongly of urine. It was sickening. There was only a USB charging outlet and you had to use your phone to watch movies through their WiFi. Somehow the outdated charger made it take so long to charge my devices. I paid for my seats and they definitely did a bait and switch on me. The seats I paid for were NOT the seats that I got. I will NEVER use this airline again and I highly recommend that others don't.

Terrible. Air India canceled my flight out of Kathmandu because of airport constructions but did not tell me. They should not be selling night flights out of Kathmandu right now that they know they will not honor. The staff was terrible and not helpful with my rebooking or compensating me.

Good experience, comfortable seats. Entertainment did not work but vista wifi and entertainment worked great.

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