British Airways

British Airways planes at Heathrow Airport. The airline has said that it has suspended all flights to and from mainland China with immediate effect after the Foreign Office warned against "all but essential travel" to the country because of the coronavirus. (Photo by Steve Parsons/PA Images via Getty Images)

At a glance

British Airways is the largest carrier in the United Kingdom (based on fleet size) and has its main hub out of London Heathrow Airport—they fly to over 160 destinations around the world. They are part of the Oneworld Alliance, which has a ton of valuable partners, including carriers like

American Airlines, Cathay Pacific, Qatar Airways, and many others. Their loyalty program, Executive Club, will get you tons of perks if you fly this airline frequently. Read our latest news, reviews, guides, and everything in between for British Airways.

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Buzzworthy

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  4. Deal alert: Head from the US to Spain from $442 round-trip
  5. Receive Admirals Club lounge access with generous new British Airways status match for US travelers

Essential reading

British Airways Executive Club: Guide to Avios, elite status and transfer partners
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British Airways Executive Club: Guide to Avios, elite status and transfer partners
How can you access British Airways lounges?
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How can you access British Airways lounges?
Best ways to redeem British Airways Avios: From flights to Hawaii to island hopping in the Caribbean
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Best ways to redeem British Airways Avios: From flights to Hawaii to island hopping in the Caribbean
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Latest British Airways reviews

British Airways’ Club Suites don’t disappoint: On board a retrofitted 777 from London to New York
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British Airways’ Club Suites don’t disappoint: On board a retrofitted 777 from London to New York
Is premium economy worth the money? This American Airlines flight convinced me it is
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Is premium economy worth the money? This American Airlines flight convinced me it is
The best seat in a middling cabin: Reviewing British Airways’ business class on the 787-9 from Boston
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The best seat in a middling cabin: Reviewing British Airways’ business class on the 787-9 from Boston
First class delight and drama: My first post-lockdown long-haul flight
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First class delight and drama: My first post-lockdown long-haul flight
AvGeek dreams do come true: British Airways’ all-biz flight to New York
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AvGeek dreams do come true: British Airways’ all-biz flight to New York
Already worn: A review of British Airways’ A350 in economy from London to Dubai
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Already worn: A review of British Airways’ A350 in economy from London to Dubai

All British Airways articles

Deal alert: Book premium economy to Paris from various US cities for as low as $990 round-trip
Deals
Deal alert: Book premium economy to Paris from various US cities for as low as $990 round-trip
Redeem your points and miles: How to search flight award availability for the major airlines
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Redeem your points and miles: How to search flight award availability for the major airlines
An excellent use of Avios: Understanding British Airways’ Reward Flight Saver redemptions
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An excellent use of Avios: Understanding British Airways’ Reward Flight Saver redemptions
Chase Sapphire Preferred Card review: A top travel and dining card
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Chase Sapphire Preferred Card review: A top travel and dining card
Which airports and airlines use TSA PreCheck?
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Which airports and airlines use TSA PreCheck?
5 versions of Avios: When to use Aer Lingus, British Airways, Finnair, Iberia and Qatar Airways
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5 versions of Avios: When to use Aer Lingus, British Airways, Finnair, Iberia and Qatar Airways
How to redeem Chase Ultimate Rewards points for maximum value
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How to redeem Chase Ultimate Rewards points for maximum value
Cathay Pacific Asia Miles: How to earn and redeem miles, book partner flights and more
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Cathay Pacific Asia Miles: How to earn and redeem miles, book partner flights and more
British Airways Visa Signature credit card review: Combat high fuel surcharges and earn flexible Avios
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British Airways Visa Signature credit card review: Combat high fuel surcharges and earn flexible Avios
Fly nonstop to Europe from $407 round-trip on American and other Oneworld airlines
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Fly nonstop to Europe from $407 round-trip on American and other Oneworld airlines
2 for 1: How airline companion tickets can save you serious money on your next trip
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2 for 1: How airline companion tickets can save you serious money on your next trip
How to maximize the British Airways distance-based award chart
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How to maximize the British Airways distance-based award chart

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