$521 Find Cheap Flights to Johannesburg

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Cheapest round-trip
$835
Overall average: $1,441
Turkish Airlines
Tue 4/21Wed 6/10
EWR - JNB • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$1,515
Typical prices: $1,441-$1,729
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Tue 3/31Tue 5/5
EWR - JNB • Non-stop
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Cheap Flights to Johannesburg

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

Tue, Apr 21 - Wed, Jun 10
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12:25 am - 10:30 am
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JNB
28h 05m
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6:00 pm - 10:30 pm
JNB
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EWR
34h 30m
1 stop
$835Turkish Airlines
Sun, Apr 19 - Tue, Jun 9
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12:25 am - 10:30 am
EWR
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JNB
28h 05m
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5:50 pm - 10:30 pm
JNB
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EWR
34h 40m
1 stop
$836Turkish Airlines
Mon, Aug 31 - Thu, Sep 17
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3:10 pm - 8:20 am
IAD
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JNB
35h 10m
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9:50 am - 9:45 am
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IAD
29h 55m
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$846Etihad Airways
Sun, Aug 30 - Thu, Sep 10
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1:20 pm - 10:30 am
IAD
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JNB
39h 10m
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5:50 pm - 7:50 pm
JNB
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IAD
32h 00m
1 stop
$847Turkish Airlines
Thu, Apr 9 - Sat, Apr 25
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9:45 pm - 3:55 am
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JNB
24h 10m
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10:50 pm - 7:45 pm
JNB
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EWR
26h 55m
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$945Ethiopian Air
Tue, Apr 7 - Wed, Apr 22
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9:45 pm - 3:55 am
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JNB
24h 10m
2 stops
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10:50 pm - 7:45 pm
JNB
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EWR
26h 55m
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$956Ethiopian Air
Fri, May 1 - Thu, May 7
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6:00 am - 9:20 pm
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JNB
32h 20m
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6:00 pm - 10:26 pm
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HOU
35h 26m
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$1,387Delta
Sun, Sep 6 - Tue, Sep 15
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5:35 pm - 7:40 pm
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JNB
19h 05m
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6:00 pm - 9:35 pm
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HOU
34h 35m
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$1,391Delta
Sat, May 16 - Sat, May 23
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8:21 pm - 7:00 am
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JNB
27h 39m
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7:25 pm - 6:09 pm
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HOU
29h 44m
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$1,413British Airways
Sun, Sep 6 - Tue, Sep 15
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6:19 pm - 7:00 am
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JNB
29h 41m
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American Airlines Logo
7:25 pm - 3:58 pm
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27h 33m
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$1,414American Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for flights to Johannesburg

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

How much is a flight to Johannesburg?

The average and cheapest price for all round-trip flights to Johannesburg from each origin found by users searching on KAYAK in the last month.

A flight to Johannesburg costs $1,538 on average. The cheapest price found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks cost $913 and departed from Newark Airport. The most popular routes on KAYAK are New York to Johannesburg which costs $1,641 on average, and Atlanta to Johannesburg, which costs $2,172 on average.

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What is the cheapest day to fly to Johannesburg?

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

Based on KAYAK data, the cheapest day to fly to Johannesburg is Wednesday where round-trip tickets can be as cheap as $1,770. On the other hand, the most expensive day to fly is Saturday, where round-trip prices are $1,946 on average.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Johannesburg?

The average price for all round-trip flights to Johannesburg depending on the time of departure, clicked by users on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

The cheapest time of day to fly to Johannesburg is generally at night, when round-trip flights cost $1,640 on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to Johannesburg is generally at night, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is $1,640.

What is a good deal for flights to Johannesburg?

If you’re looking for cheap airfare to Johannesburg, 25% of our users found tickets to Johannesburg for the following prices or less: From Newark Airport $1,540 round-trip, from Atlanta $1,912 round-trip.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Johannesburg?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights to Johannesburg, 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 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 10% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 15 weeks before departure.

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in Johannesburg?

Prices will differ depending on the departure airport, but generally, the cheapest airport to fly to in Johannesburg is Johannesburg Lanseria Airport (HLA), with an average flight price of $56.

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Expert advice for your flight to Johannesburg

 
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Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

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Duncan is a freelance travel writer, copywriter and book author in constant search of travel stories and the perpetual sensation of being on holiday. He’s never happier than when on a dusty trail in search of empty waves or ducking under the piste tape in search of snowbound solitude. British born, living in Germany, but happiest heading for the horizon. His first book, Found in Translation, explores the etymologies and stories of country names around the world and is out now.

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Gabriel is a writer and video creator. As senior content producer for Flightradar24 and Monocle’s transport correspondent, he keeps a close eye on aviation in particular. He has also written travel articles for the likes of The New York Times. Born in New York but raised around the world, he now lives in Sweden. He’s been to 75 countries, flying 2.3 million miles on 113 airlines and through 234 airports in the process.

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Expert on Ethiopian Air and JNB

Currently based in Scotland after living in South Africa and the United States, Jessica has been writing travel and aviation content for more than 10 years. She regularly contributes to Travel + Leisure and TripSavvy, and has had work published by Condé Nast Traveller and The Independent. She has traveled to more than 50 countries across six continents.

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When to book flights to Johannesburg

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

  • Can I rent a car at Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (JNB)?

    Yes, you can rent a car at Johannesburg Airport (JNB) after your flight to Johannesburg. There are several car rental agencies located in the airport terminal. The car rental facilities are located in the multi-story parking garage at Johannesburg Airport, which is easily accessible from both domestic and international terminals. It's recommended to book a car in advance to ensure availability and to get the best rates.

  • Are there on-site airport hotels at Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Yes, there are several on-site hotels available at OR Tambo International Airport if you are tired after your flight to Johannesburg. InterContinental Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport Hotel is directly connected to the airport terminal and features a fitness center, spa, and several dining options. In addition, Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport is located just 1.5 km (0.9 miles) from the airport and features a shuttle service to and from the terminal.

  • Can I store my luggage at Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport airport before or after my flight to Johannesburg?

    Yes, there are luggage storage facilities available at Johannesburg OR Tambo International Airport for both domestic and international passengers. The service is provided by the Airport Company South Africa (ACSA), and the storage facilities are located at the domestic and international terminals. The cost of storage depends on the duration of storage and the size of the luggage.

  • Which nearby cities are served by Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport airport?

    Johannesburg OR Tambo International Airport serves various nearby cities in addition to Johannesburg. These include Pretoria, Sandton, Benoni, Kempton Park, Boksburg, Edenvale, Midrand, Randburg, and Fourways.

  • Which Johannesburg airport is closest to central Johannesburg?

    There are 2 airports in Johannesburg. The closest airport to Johannesburg’s city center is OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg (13 miles). Johannesburg Lanseria is 20 miles from the center.

  • How much is a flight to Johannesburg?

    On average, a flight to Johannesburg costs $1,538. The cheapest price found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks cost $913 and departed from Newark Airport.

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

    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 Johannesburg.

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

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

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

    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 Johannesburg 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 Johannesburg?

    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 Johannesburg up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Top tips for finding cheap flights to Johannesburg

  • Enter your preferred departure airport and travel dates into the search form above to unlock the latest Johannesburg flight deals.
  • When your flight to Johannesburg lands at Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (JNB) and you wish to visit the Apartheid Museum, it is advisable to plan for a 30-minute drive or so. The distance between the airport and the museum is around 25.7 kilometers (16 miles). Keep in mind that traffic can impact the driving time, so it's best to allow for some additional time in case of delays.
  • If you are looking to fly to Johannesburg with your furry companion, consider choosing an airline with a pet-friendly policy. Turkish Airlines, for example, permits dogs, cats, and birds in the cabin of their flights to Johannesburg. Other pets are required to travel in the cargo hold. The airline charges a fee for pet transportation, which varies depending on the pet type.
  • There are several convenient transportation options available for travelers looking to get from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (JNB) to the city center after their flight from Johannesburg. The Gautrain is a high-speed train service that connects the airport to Sandton and other areas of Johannesburg. Taxis and Ubers are also readily available at the airport and provide a more personalized service.
  • US citizens need a visa to fly to Johannesburg, South Africa. US citizens can apply for a tourist visa to South Africa, which is valid for up to 90 days. The visa application process can be completed online before the flight to Johannesburg or at the South African embassy or consulate in the United States.
  • Emirates offers flights to Johannesburg in partnership with Fly Safair which land at Lanseria Airport (HLA). The driving time from Lanseria Airport to Johannesburg can vary depending on traffic conditions, but it typically takes around 30-45 minutes.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying to Johannesburg

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying to Johannesburg. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline from the United States to Johannesburg. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with to Johannesburg? 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.
7.9
DeltaOverall score based on 8306 reviews
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7.9Comfort
7.8Entertainment
7.2Food
8.5Crew
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My flight was cencaled due with the bad weather on Sunday the crew was poorly mistaken my luggage supposed depart with my flight instead I didn’t have my luggage for almost 3 days the website is poorly respond to my complain until I have someone to do it my connection smooth their not even respon or email me even the have my luggage

2.0 MediocreJaka, Mar 2026
MSP - SEA
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My flight was cencaled due with the bad weather on Sunday the crew was poorly mistaken my luggage supposed depart with my flight instead I didn’t have my luggage for almost 3 days the website is poorly respond to my complain until I have someone to do it my connection smooth their not even respon or email me even the have my luggage

Delta needs to step its game up get a more reliable internet service. Internet service was non-existent for this flight.

Mechanical Delay of over an hour with multiple gate changes. Entertainment system down for rejuvenation.

This was a Latam operated flight. Seats seemed a bit narrow in business class. Older aircraft.

I had a flight cancel and had it rerouted. When the rerouted they put me at a window seat instead of an isle. It was hard sitting by the window because the couple with masks on were making out. I get motion sickness which is why I need to have the isle seat.

NEVER MADE THE FLIGHT BECAUSE DELTA SAID THEY CAN NOT

THEY FAILED ME AND I NEVER GOT ON THE FLIGHT BECAUSE IT WAS SO DELAYED! I ENDED UP HAVING TO PAY OUT OF POCKET FOR A HOTEL AND STAY IN NASHVILLE TO CATCH A FLIGHT FOR THE FOLLOWING DAY. DELTA IS POOR CUSTOMER SERVICE>

8 hours late and the plane smelled like urine, that smell in the morning when your child wet the bed in the night.

My flight was canceled on Sunday. Rebooking took three hours. Had to pay for accommodations another night. New flight was delayed for 5 hours, all that was sent was a 12 dollar food voucher, which doesn’t tell you how to use it. Then when we landed we had to sit on the plane for an hour before we could get off.

Miserable. This entire round trip was miserable. I booked evening flights to and from Detroit on consecutive days that should have had me at my destination by 10:30. Instead I arrived after 3am on my flight to Detroit and after midnight on my return. Multiple unforced errors like awaiting bags to get put on the plane for almost an hour in Detroit and a 20 minute delay to pull up to the gate in Atlanta has me rethinking my assumption that delta is the best and most reliable airline

Good quick flight on a small but comfortable plane. I'm 6'3 and had plenty of space.

Experience was great - no complaints. Took off on time, landed early. Got to the gate relatively quickly - took a little bit of extra time to deplane but nothing excessive.

Business class seats felt very cramped compared to other airlines.

Economy plus was so cramped I could not use my laptop. It was beyond bad.

OK, we were delayed and had to de plane and reboard.

United is one airline which regardless of how many separate United tickets in existence, if one flight breaks down, the airline will take care of all the flights.

Both our flights were delayed. Almost didn’t get in the second flight. Staff was rude to the bone.

Both my flight where delayed Had 25min to make it to my transfer flight

Everything was on time and service on the flight was great!

Wifi Bluetooth features for watching in flight movie was horrible. Screen kept blacking out no connection of sound although it said connected. Other than that smooth trip .

IAH to Istanbul was outstanding across the board. The flight from Istanbul to Male was good, not great.

the cabin was kept too hot. couldn't sleep as a result

It was an amazing experience. Flight crew's service, hospitality, and the food were phenomenal. I don't think I'd want to try any other airline company after this. I would definitely recommend to friends and family. Thank you Turkish Airlines !

Business Class pods are horrible. If you're petite, you might be able to sleep on the uncomfortable seat and bed. Crew and food are fantastic.

I have travelled many times on Turkish, but they always board at least 30-40 minutes past the stated time. If informed properly, passengers can choose to spend more time in the .lounge instead of standing around by the gate waiting to board. The new lounge at DFW was a big disappointment. The aircraft itself was a shock. In the past I have flown this sector with regular business class seating configuration of 1-2-1, The 2-3-2 seating is very disappointing after paying such high prices for tickets. The DFW to Istanbul segment was slightly better, but the Istanbul to Delhi segment was no better than premium economy. I will try to travel more on airlines which give business class passengers more value for their money.

Good overall. Seat spacing a bit tight between IST and ISB.

Excellent staff despite some trying passenger situations. Very impressed with their good attitudes and kindness.

Crew were unfriendly, touch screen for movies didn't work very well, seats were tight and uncomfortable

After arriving in Istanbul, the transit information on the electronic board showed a tight departure time, and the gate changed in the middle, making it difficult to make it on time.

Typically good service onboard but baggage delay in airport was significant

I paid for internet that did not work and had to pay more to have it

A bit chaotic boarding flight but over all good experience.

The crew were amazing. They should improve the inflight entertainment

The crew was unfriendly and very rude to name a few (Helina). I felt unsafe due to most of the cabinets were open while on flight. All in all the flight was ok, but the crew needed more training on customer service most of all for international flights.

Delay not posted, only departure time listed- not boarding time. We left an hour late and arrived 45 min late. Restrooms had backed up sinks and toilets not flushed ) passenger error). Lots of screen for entertainment didn’t work. But we arrived with our luggage

The plane was old and the luggage racks above us were visibly shaking during turbulence. Water was dripping on our heads during landing. Our flight was over 2 hours late departing but we were not updated or told what to expect as the screen at the gate continued to read “on time”

Check in took over an hour because printer was not working. Attendant did not know how to give free layover Addis Ababa hotel vouchers or update frequent flyer number. After repeated attempts, got voucher emailed. However hotel wanted printed voucher hence more delay. Bus time from hotel back to airport was printed 4:50 hours, but hotel reception called at 3 pm saying bus will leave at 4 pm. Then hotel reception called again saying 4:15 pm. We rushed at 4:15 pm and bus was not ready until 4:40 pm. Many audio outlets were not working in planes.

I have my baggage left either in Jeddah or Addis and undelivered to Abuja

They only gave us 30 minutes to make an international connecting flight. We didn’t make the connection but they did do a good job rebooking us despite the chaos. Our bags didn’t make it back and their process for customer support is pretty bad when it comes to luggage.

The Boeing 737 MAX on this route, flown in the middle of the night, is an UTTER FAILURE for business travellers. The whole point of business travel is to arrive alert and recover from travel quickly, and this little aeroplane with its quarter recline uncomfortable business seats does nothing for that. It’s a small step up from economy in that you have decent legroom, but that’s it. Absolute margin at the cost of the traveller.

WiFi wasn’t available to economy until the end of the flight.

Very good staff members with sincere passion and responsibility in their job.

We paid for Business Class seats, but system did not have us and they were not available.

Very please with the seating that the Kayak staff booked for us!

Worth every penny to upgrade to BC. Treated and felt more like First Class

I paid for a very expensive Business Class seat to and from Cairo Egypt from Charleston SC. There was partnership from states to London using American Airlines. That leg was amazing. The British Airlines leg was a joke. They used the standard no leg room 3 by 3 seats. A tray was put on the middle seat. The trip was 5 hours, from London to Cairo, thus my BC purchase. There was no screen proving tv/movie options, only a small device plug. The fold down tray and the bag of peanuts were typical of normal short run flying. The one toilet was located in the galley. We all got to know each other well. This was my first and last trip with British Airlines. I now understand why they would NEVER give me a seat chart so that I could make a selection.prior to departure. It honestly would not have made a difference, there were less than 50% of occupied seats. Apparently everyone got the memo but me. I have never felt so cheated as with that trip, got to so another going back to London, yeah. I will be sending a letter to customer service and asking for a refund. I will be photos comparing the two BC legs. OH, one more thing. The FC ticket holders got bulkhead and exit row seats. I know they had to be thrilled

Good service, food and comfort in World Traveller Plus. Entertainment was poor - no wifi on the way out and barely working on the way back. Not a great choice of entertainment on the seat back tv.

Late! Late and late! More than 1hr 30mn. This sucks when it is the last of a 4 flight journey. I missed my dinner! Which is not nice on Valentine’s Day!!! But better than the gate next to us, the poor Chinese people were rebooked to the next day flight. AA had to call security as it became very heated with the passengers! It was a mess at DFW that afternoon/evening. I wish they had some food for the people who travel as part of international journey. Indigo does it in India and it is fantastic.

They had us seating down for one hour just waiting on the plane

Flying with BA is always a good experience—even in economy class. It is better if in business and first class. Timely, breeze through security and timely connections

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