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$567 Find Cheap Flights from Sydney to London Heathrow Airport

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Cheapest round-trip
$989
Typical prices: $1,291-$929
Etihad Airways
Fri 10/9Tue 10/27
SYD - LHR • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$1,842
Typical prices: $1,538-$1,287
Qantas Airways
Tue 10/13Tue 10/27
SYD - LHR • Non-stop
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Cheapest • Avg $1,008 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 24h 17m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Sydney to London (SYD-LHR)

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

Fri, Oct 9 - Tue, Oct 27
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9:30 pm - 12:45 pm
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LHR
25h 15m
1 stop
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8:55 pm - 5:55 pm
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SYD
34h 00m
1 stop
$989Etihad Airways
Sun, Oct 18 - Thu, Oct 29
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4:40 pm - 7:00 am
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LHR
24h 20m
1 stop
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7:20 pm - 5:55 pm
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SYD
35h 35m
1 stop
$993Etihad Airways
Tue, Oct 6 - Sun, Nov 8
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4:40 pm - 7:00 am
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LHR
24h 20m
1 stop
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8:50 am - 5:55 pm
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SYD
22h 05m
1 stop
$994Etihad Airways
Sat, Jul 25 - Mon, Aug 24
Air China Logo
7:40 pm - 8:25 pm
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LHR
33h 45m
1 stop
Air China Logo
10:40 pm - 2:50 pm
LHR
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SYD
31h 10m
1 stop
$1,125Air China
Thu, Jun 11 - Wed, Jun 17
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9:00 pm - 7:30 pm
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LHR
31h 30m
2 stops
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9:45 pm - 6:10 am
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SYD
23h 25m
1 stop
$1,156Multiple Airlines
Thu, Jun 11 - Thu, Jun 25
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9:00 pm - 7:30 pm
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LHR
31h 30m
2 stops
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2:45 pm - 4:50 pm
LHR
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SYD
41h 05m
1 stop
$1,157Multiple Airlines
Thu, Jun 11 - Thu, Jun 18
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9:00 pm - 7:30 pm
SYD
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LHR
31h 30m
2 stops
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9:30 am - 4:50 pm
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SYD
22h 20m
1 stop
$1,159Multiple Airlines
Mon, Jul 20 - Tue, Aug 18
Air China Logo
7:45 pm - 8:25 pm
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LHR
33h 40m
1 stop
Air China Logo
10:40 pm - 2:50 pm
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SYD
31h 10m
1 stop
$1,162Air China
Thu, Jun 11 - Wed, Jun 17
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9:00 pm - 7:30 pm
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LHR
31h 30m
2 stops
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9:30 am - 4:50 pm
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SYD
22h 20m
1 stop
$1,172Multiple Airlines
Sat, Aug 1 - Sat, Aug 22
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7:40 pm - 5:40 pm
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LHR
31h 00m
1 stop
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10:40 pm - 2:50 pm
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31h 10m
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$1,181Air China
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Sydney to London flights

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

How much is a round-trip flight from Sydney to London Heathrow 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 Sydney to London Heathrow Airport departing in October.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Sydney to London Heathrow 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 Sydney to London Heathrow Airport is February, where tickets cost $1,080 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,717 and $1,471 respectively.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Sydney to London Heathrow 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 Sydney to London Heathrow Airport, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 14% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 26 weeks before departure.

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Low seasonFebruary
Cheapest flight$567
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 19% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 11% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Sydney to London

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Sydney to London 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 Sydney to London Heathrow Airport flights

  • What are the parking options at Sydney Airport?

    Sydney’s Kingsford Smith Airport offers both short- and long-term parking options. If you plan to leave your car at the airport during your trip to London, the P7 car park is ideal as it’s just a short 2-5min walk from International Terminal T1. When booked online, the price per day ranges from around A$ 9 to A$ 59, depending on the length of your stay.

  • How do I hire a vehicle at London Heathrow Airport?

    There are four terminals (T2, T3, T4 and T5) currently operating at London Heathrow Airport, and each has car hire kiosks in the arrivals area. This can be found just past customs and security. Whether you book your vehicle online or at a kiosk, the hire car companies all offer a free shuttle bus service that will take you from your terminal to the parking building, where you can pick up your vehicle.

  • For travellers journeying from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR), we recommend having a look at flying with British Airways. With Heathrow being a hub for British Airways, there are a variety of flight times available to fit your schedule.

    If you are looking for a direct flight from Sydney to London, there are a few airlines providing direct flights on certain days of the week. Look at British Airways’ flights throughout the week to see when their direct flights are.

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

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Sydney to London Heathrow Airport was $567 for a one-way ticket and $989 for a round-trip.

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

    Yes

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

    The Airbus A380-800 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Sydney to London Heathrow Airport flight route.

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

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

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Sydney to London, China Airlines or Singapore Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Sydney to London are China Airlines and Singapore Airlines. With an average price for the route of $1,115 and an overall rating of 8.3, China Airlines is the most popular choice. Singapore Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $1,462 and an overall rating of 8.2.

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

    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 Sydney to London Heathrow Airport.

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

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

    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 London Heathrow Airport with an airline and back to Sydney with another airline. Booking your flights between Sydney and LHR 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 Sydney to London Heathrow Airport?

    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 London Heathrow Airport from Sydney 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 Sydney to London Heathrow Airport

  • Flights from Sydney’s Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) depart from International Terminal T1. Heathrow Airport has four terminals (T2, T3, T4 and T5), and the one you arrive at will depend on the airline you fly with; it should be printed on your boarding pass.
  • If you have a pet that needs to be cared for during your trip to London, you’ll find a top-quality pet hotel in the Sydney Airport precinct. Hanrob Pet Hotel is available for a short or long-term stay, and they’ll even arrange video calls so you can check on your beloved pet.
  • Taxi and rideshare providers offer a convenient way to get from your doorstep to the international check-in area at Sydney Airport. The trip usually takes around 20min, though this does depend on traffic conditions, and you can expect to pay roughly A$ 45 to A$ 55.
  • Flying into Heathrow Airport (LHR) will find you at the most established, central and high-functioning of the six airports serving the London area in the UK. It has three different train stations linking the terminals, all connected to Paddington station by Heathrow Express and Heathrow Connect.
  • If you need some beauty or R&R after a long flight, pop into Heathrow’s Be Relax Beauty Spa at Terminal 5B (Gate 35) and grab a quick massage or facial.
  • Regular travellers to Heathrow Airport can take advantage of the Heathrow rewards system. It offers loyalty points to spend in participating stores, exclusive offers and other benefits.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Sydney to London

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Sydney to London. 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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7.6
Cathay PacificOverall score based on 1310 reviews
8.1Crew
7.9Boarding
7.6Comfort
7.3Food
7.8Entertainment
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I do not think there was much that could have been done to make it better. The delayed flight was due to bad weather. The turbulent patches were very unavoidable. Am simply thankful that there were no sudden and / or sharp drops during the flight. I do extend my compliments to captain Marcus I believe was his name and the rest of the crew. They all did an excellent job. My only question is whether I get a refund since the seats I had chosen and paid for were reassigned.

8.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Apr 2026
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I do not think there was much that could have been done to make it better. The delayed flight was due to bad weather. The turbulent patches were very unavoidable. Am simply thankful that there were no sudden and / or sharp drops during the flight. I do extend my compliments to captain Marcus I believe was his name and the rest of the crew. They all did an excellent job. My only question is whether I get a refund since the seats I had chosen and paid for were reassigned.

Seat was very old. Didn’t easily go up and down. Flight Attendent had issues moving the seat. Condition of the seat was ok. Parts were peeling off by the foot area. Food was ok. Ran out of the dish I wanted so got the beef. Beef filet was very tender but the sauce was a little strange. Disembarking was very easy.

Great. We received a meal even though it was a short flight.

Boarding on any airline is a hot mess. Load your pivilaged passengers, then back to front. Back to front.

I love the comfortable business class seats. The service was excellent. Staff was friendly.

Problems with entertainment system eventually rectified. Cabin crew attentive and polite but a bit absent minded when it came to remembering requests, salt, sugar etc.

Good service and food. However, we paid over $400 for aisle seats for my disabled husband and me, and we were given window and middle seats. This was dangerous for our health condition on such a long flight. We needed to stand up and walk around frequently, but we were stuck in our seats. Please give us a refund of our seat payment since you chose not to honor our request.

It was great. It was my first time with Cathay Pacific and I really recommend.

In economy, very cramped. Once the front seat was reclined it was almost impossible to get in and out of our seat. The personnel was excellent.

Selected ovo lacto meal because I’m ok with milk products but not any meat. It was terrible. We had the same selection back in October when we had traveled and it was pretty good at that time. It was gross this time.

Loved the food and beverages available, spacious economy class, excellent entertainment

Very good overall. Highly recommend for all flying to Australia

Helpful staff when I felt unwell. Qantas need to have an audio/music channel so you can listen to various music/.artists

We had bulkhead seats in a A380 in the upper deck in seats 31 D and E. Storage was very limited other than in overhead bin - which is not within reach when in seat. Yet paying same price as others in premium economy who have a lot more storage within arm’s reach. Seems very unfair.

Good check in and helpful staff. Delayed for 1 hour. Took about 45 Mins to get baggage’s at DFW . Food was average ( Hindu meal ) . Overall it was good experience

My experience was great overall. Tanya was particularly friendly and helpful the entire trip. I was very pleased with her customer service skills. The plane was an older aircraft but the entire way was comfortable with barely any turbulence at all. Qantas should speed up its fleet renovation. Totally recommend using this airline.

When I originally booked this flight, I was expecting to travel on Qantas. When the itinerary changed and the long-haul segment was operated by American Airlines, we were disappointed but remained open-minded. Unfortunately, the overall service experience fell far short of expectations. This was a long-haul international flight. Getting up periodically to use the restroom or stretch is inevitable, especially on flights of this duration. However, each time we stood up, we felt as though we were inconveniencing the crew. The tone and body language often suggested that we were in the way or disrupting something simply by moving about the cabin. As a result, I avoided getting up as often as I needed to and was physically very sore upon arrival. Meal service was similarly impersonal. The options were presented in single words “beef or veggie,” “pasta or beef” without any description of what was actually being served. There was little engagement or courtesy beyond that. Even simple expressions of gratitude were often not acknowledged. I am accustomed to no-frills travel and do not expect luxury. What was disappointing was not the absence of extras, but the absence of basic warmth and professionalism. On a long-haul international flight, small moments of courtesy and humanity make a significant difference. In this case, the experience felt transactional and dismissive rather than welcoming. I hope this feedback is taken constructively, as there is a meaningful difference between efficient service and indifferent service.

Qantas is always subpar beyond comfy chairs for a domestic flight

an hour late, then had to disembark on back stairs and take 4 flights up to get to main airport. No warning, and difficulty for those with canes and poor knees.

Business seats not as comfortable or private as most competitors (e.g. Qantas was outstanding), and movie selection was much more limited than Qantas or United has been recently

I booked tickets for a family of five and specifically paid extra to select our seats together. We spent nearly $1,000 extra (around $100 per seat) for extra legroom so we could sit near each other. However, despite paying for this, we ended up being separated on the flight. This caused a major issue for our family because my parents do not speak English and rely on me to translate and assist them during the journey. I do not understand why Etihad changed our reserved seats without explanation. I am extremely dissatisfied with this experience. I expect the airline to do better, and I am requesting a full refund for the seat selection fees we paid.

Limit the number of usage of wine or please arrange our seats. The passenger was drunk on this flight and not on Thiruvananthapuram to Abudhabi.

The seats seemed smaller than other business class offerings. The entertainment menu was limited. Flight crew was good.

Business class ticket should include lounge access and seat selection. The food quality and varieties should be more. It was surpirise that no dessert was offered.

Dear Team, I purchased a full travel package that included 2 checked bags through you and JustFly. However, when I arrived at the airport, my ticket showed 0 checked bags. Since I was traveling internationally to India with 2 bags, It was a $200 per bag at the counter, which was extremely disappointing. For an international trip, why would I ever choose a no‑bag option for only $20–$30 less? This seems like an error in the booking process, and I am requesting clarification and a resolution. I have called JustFly and on phone for 1 hr :53 min and they couldn't help till I show some kind of proof etc which isn't possible but besides that love your service and using it for years !

Good one but just notice that you have to ask several time to get water or coffee .

Ethiad wanted to charge me $1100 for 2 checked bags on a ticket that was $550. Nother the airline or airfare assist was willing to help before arriving at the airport. All parties said it was the other responsibility to help. Never flying ethiad or using kayak again.

Good service. But on flight to Kochi no entertainment except in app. And no working outlets to charge phone.

No entertainment except on app. No outlets working to charge. Good service

Dirty and smelly lavatory and toilets in Wamos Air operated flights

The meals were not the greatest and lacking of appetite but everything else was spot on

Overall, excellent: check-in, boarding, service, and food. The Business Class seating is a little less private and spacious than the world's premier airlines, but still very good for a long haul flight.

On time. Friendly and helpful flight attendants. The plane was clean. Having a wine available would have been nice.

Your staff was exceptional. Could teach the other airlines-rules on etiquette, and service. Excellent landings on flights, carried out by your pilots. Only complaint is long delay on return flight in Beijing, onto Vancouver.

Worst than I expected, crew was not attentive, meal was as disgusting , they didn’t even drink selections as they would to other passengers. I felt discriminated

cannot get seat information for LAX to IAH when check in in XI,AN

UA is ok. But check in was a very bad experience

I hate that you cannot check in online and when you are at the airport, there aren't any aisle seats left. Also, they could work a little on subtitles for their movies (not everyone is a native English speaker).

Nothing to complain of, the only reason I am not giving better marks is that I am used to flying with ANA and they are the top.

It's terrible that we can't do online check in because we didn't buy the tickets directly from Air china. It was not explained until I contacted Chatdeal and we could not sit together.

Flight attendants need to come by a little more often to pick up trash.

Boarding was orderly, pilot and flight attendants were nice, entertainment options were good, and low sodium meals were quite tasty.

The whole experience was excellent, O can say out from Miami the best airline to travel with for any European destination. Since the ground staff to the inflight crew attention was great, service on board 10 of 10. Finally the 380 is very confortable and nice to travel.

All crew except 1 were excellent. When I asked assistance with business class seat conversion to a bed (not being familiar as never used before but have numerous times with other airlines) crew member helped very reluctantly. I should have told her that business class seat conversion is totally different in each airline such as Delta, New Zealand Air and United. Sorry it was my 1st time with America Airlines. Now I know, I won't bother asking assistance in future.

I had a mixed experience on this flight. The plane itself was comfortable, the flight was smooth, and the entertainment selection was excellent with plenty of movie options. However, the service fell short. I had an entire row to myself and fell asleep with a blanket over me. A flight attendant, Karleigh, woke me up to see if I had my seatbelt on, which felt unnecessary given the situation. Meanwhile, trash sat uncollected on the tray at the end of the row and was never picked up. During the second meal service, no one woke me up, and when I used the call button multiple times, there was no response. I eventually had to walk to the back to ask for assistance. There was also a long stretch without snacks, and when I requested something savory, I was dropped off sweet options, which wasn’t ideal. Overall, while the flight itself was comfortable, the lack of attentiveness and responsiveness from the crew made the experience disappointing.

The seats in Premier Economy were very comfortable. The food was better than average. The way British Airways handled our seating was atrocious.

The flight attendant does not pay attention to my "call" button more than 3 times when I need a drink.

Flight delayed, connection was not at gate listed and so missed, staff were rude at Heathrow, phone tree stupid and difficult, took me 21 actual hours to reach my destination. Almost lost my hotel reservation after walking in a strange city alone after midnight because they would not put me up in a hotel at sfo or heathrow. I will never fly BA again and will tell all people and Instagram followers never to fly BA.

British Airays fails to enforce its own guidelines regarding carry on size limits. There were MANY passengers with full suitcases stuffing them into the overhead compartments leaving no space for others, like me, who adhere to the posted sizes. I had to put my carryone bag into my foot space, in additon to my carryon personal item, leaving me cramped for a seven hour flight. I was in physical pain, and I attribute this entirely to staff unwilling to enforce limits. The infotainment system was horrible. the touchscreens did dot work correctly, and there was no information on system operation. I am 77 years old, and a lifelong movie-goer. I recognized ONE movie (and not much better TV shows). It seems that BA saves royalty money by limiting its move and TV selection to absolute rubbish. The FlightAware program is the worst informationsystm I have ever seen, it is completely worthless. I pay attention to the safety briefings...in the event of an emergency, one is supposed to assume the "brace" position, except the seats are so close together, front to back, that it is not possible to assume the position without striking the seat in front of you. at age 77, and a lifelong traveler, this is the worst flight experience I have ever had, and I will never fly British Airways again

Overall ok. Best part has always been the sundae dessert.

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