British Airways Unveils Heartwarming TV Ad Celebrating Life’s Journeys

British Airways is unveiling its latest TV advert, directed by Emmy award winner Miles Jay, and features music from Groove Armada’s front woman, Saint Saviour The new TV advert follows hot on the heels of British Airways’ Grand Prix at Cannes Lions for its “A British Original” campaign British Airways colleagues feature at the forefront of… Read the full press release

British Airways Celebrates 10 Years of Austin-London Flights with Texas-Inspired Treats

On Sunday March 3, 2024, British Airways proudly celebrated a decade of direct flights between Austin and London A British Airways First Officer named Austin operated the anniversary BA191, sharing his name with the vibrant Texan city The airline partnered with Austin’s renowned barbecue joint, Franklin Barbecue, to produce limited edition bottles of Franklin Barbecue’s… Read the full press release

British Airways Celebrates Decade of Austin-London Route with Franklin Barbecue Partnership

(IN SHORT) British Airways commemorates a decade of service between Austin and London Heathrow by partnering with Franklin Barbecue to offer limited edition bottles of BA-B-Q sauce to Club World customers flying from Austin to London throughout March. Additionally, passengers will enjoy a Texas-inspired barbecue menu curated by British Airways’ Executive Chef Mark Brega, featuring… Read the full press release

British Airways Implements Innovative E-Logs System for Aircraft Maintenance Efficiency

(IN SHORT) British Airways has introduced the E-Logs platform, a state-of-the-art engineering system that leverages real-time data to predict and prevent aircraft maintenance issues, ultimately reducing delays and saving approximately 900,000 pieces of paper annually. This digital solution provides live performance information for the airline’s entire fleet, enabling swift identification and proactive resolution of potential… Read the full press release

Love Takes Flight: British Airways Celebrates Valentine’s Day with Romantic Inflight Treats and City Break Offers

(IN SHORT) British Airways is embracing the spirit of Valentine’s Day by offering a range of romantic experiences both in the air and on the ground. Passengers traveling on February 14th will be treated to love-themed desserts and complimentary heart chocolates, while those enjoying long-haul flights can indulge in a selection of romantic comedies from… Read the full press release

British Airways Celebrates Lunar New Year with Festive Flights and Ground Surprises

Customers in all cabins can enjoy festive menus on flights to Beijing, Shanghai, Hong Kong and Singapore this Lunar New Year Colleagues will gift traditional treats in symbolic red envelopes to customers travelling through London Heathrow Terminal 5, with some lucky customers enjoying a surprise upgrade (IN SHORT) British Airways is welcoming the Year of… Read the full press release

British Airways Expands Routes for 2024, Including Return to London Stansted

(IN SHORT) British Airways has unveiled its plans for 2024, introducing new long-haul and short-haul routes from various UK airports. London Heathrow will see daily flights to Abu Dhabi starting on April 20, while Izmir, Turkey, will join British Airways’ network from May 18. London Gatwick will offer flights to Agadir, Morocco, from March 31,… Read the full press release

CUR8, UNDO, British Airways, and Standard Chartered Launch Pilot to Unlock Debt Financing for Carbon Removals

(IN SHORT) Four industry leaders, including CUR8, UNDO, British Airways, and Standard Chartered, have joined forces to initiate a pioneering financing pilot aimed at accelerating the growth of the carbon removals market. This partnership responds to the urgent need to expand carbon removal efforts to limit global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius by 2050, as… Read the full press release

British Airways Launches Its Biggest Annual Sale, Offering Travel Deals for 2024

(IN SHORT) British Airways has unveiled its largest annual sale, set to run until January 30, 2024. This sale features discounts on flights and holiday packages to various global destinations for travelers planning to explore in 2024. Whether it’s the cultural wonders of New York, the scenic beauty of San Francisco, or the excitement of… Read the full press release

British Airways Expands Route Network with New Flights to Agadir, Stansted, and Dubai

Agadir joins British Airways’ short-haul network from London Gatwick (IN SHORT) In an effort to enhance its route network, British Airways is set to introduce several exciting additions. The airline is returning to Agadir, Morocco, offering a four-times weekly service from London Gatwick starting March 31, 2024, after more than a decade’s absence. Additionally, British… Read the full press release

British Airways Enhances Accessibility with Signed Video Content for Deaf Travelers

British Airways is partnering with SigncodeUK, an organisation dedicated to ensuring equal access to information, products and services for the Deaf and hard-of-hearing community  The partnership will mean customers can access key travel information in signed video form, including the airline’s onboard safety briefing via a unique QR code It is estimated that more than 150,000 people… Read the full press release

British Airways Executive Club Members Can Now Earn Avios on World Duty Free Purchases at London Heathrow

British Airways Executive Club Members can now collect Avios when spending at London Heathrow’s World Duty Free shops Customers who are members of both British Airways’ and World Duty Free’s respective loyalty programmes can collect one Avios per £1 spend at the airport The partnership includes a bonus of 250 Avios on their first purchase (IN… Read the full press release

British Airways American Express Card Offers Non-Flying Members a Chance to Earn Tier Points

(IN SHORT) British Airways Executive Club Members now have a unique opportunity to earn Tier Points without flying, thanks to a limited-time offer from the British Airways American Express Premium Plus Card. Running until May 21, 2024, this promotion allows eligible Cardmembers to earn up to 200 Tier Points based on their spending habits. They… Read the full press release

British Airways Adds Festive Flavors to Onboard Experience for Diwali and Thanksgiving

British Airways introduces a variety of special touches to its onboard experience, including sweet desserts for Diwali and Thanksgiving-inspired menus with traditional roast turkey and pumpkin pie The airline will also offer special treats and bespoke dishes in its lounges at London Heathrow  British Airways is making improvements in its World Traveller cabin, with new dishes… Read the full press release

Doctor Who’s Dalek Surprise Delights British Airways Travelers at Heathrow

(IN SHORT) British Airways passengers were treated to an unexpected encounter with a Dalek, a famous antagonist from the TV series “Doctor Who,” at London’s Heathrow Airport Terminal 5. The Dalek was spotted in both the Arrivals hall and Departures, leading to confusion among travelers as it checked in for a flight to the fictional… Read the full press release

British Airways Resumes Flights Between London Gatwick and Accra, Ghana

(IN SHORT) British Airways’ first flight from London Gatwick to Accra landed at Kotoka International Airport, where it received a warm West African welcome. The airline will now operate three flights a week between Accra and London Gatwick, with plans to add a fourth weekly service in April. The increased service provides Ghanaian customers with… Read the full press release

British Airways Resumes Flights to Latvia with Warm Welcome

(IN SHORT) British Airways’ first flight to Latvia in over 15 years landed at Riga International Airport on October 30, marking the airline’s return to the Latvian capital. The service will operate three times a week between London Heathrow (Terminal 5) and Riga, with flights departing on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays. The flights use A320… Read the full press release

British Airways Partners with DJ Cuppy to Bring Afrobeats Playlist to Inflight Entertainment

(IN SHORT) British Airways is teaming up with Nigerian-born musician and DJ, Cuppy, to offer an exclusive Afrobeats playlist to passengers starting from November 1. Cuppy, known for her global DJ performances, has curated a selection of her favorite tracks for the airline’s inflight entertainment system. This collaboration celebrates the expansion of flights between Africa… Read the full press release

British Airways Completes Lounge Refresh at Heathrow Terminal 5, Enhancing Passenger Experience

British Airways has completed the final phase of its lounge refresh at London Heathrow Terminal 5B, introducing a new servery area, deli station, updated furniture and a quiet zone The refresh follows the opening of an exclusive Whispering Angel bar earlier in the summer in the T5B lounge as well as improvements rolled out across its First… Read the full press release

British Airways Rolls Out New Avios Collection Model for Flights Booked Today

Members will receive up to nine Avios per £1 spent on flights, as well as collecting on additional purchases such as pre-paid seat selection and upgrades This investment in the airline’s frequent flyer programme forecasts that 20 per cent more Avios will be issued to the airline’s customer base when compared to the current model… Read the full press release

British Airways Resumes Daily Flights to Abu Dhabi in 2024

London, UK, 2023-Oct-21 — /Travel PR News/ — British Airways will launch daily flights to Abu Dhabi next year, following a four-year hiatus. Available to book , the route will begin operating on 20 April 2024, serving the UAE’s capital on a year-round basis from London Heathrow. Famous for its towering architecture, rich culture, desert… Read the full press release

British Airways Announces 1,250 Avios-Only Summer Holiday Fares Starting at £1 + 25,500 Avios

More than 1,250 Reward Seats have been made available for August next year, and are expected to sell out in hours   Destinations include holiday hotspots Corfu, Ibiza and Mallorca All travel periods fall over the August Bank Holiday London, UK, 2023-Oct-10 — /Travel PR News/ — British Airways has unveiled its latest Avios-Only flights,… Read the full press release

British Airways Unveils Stylish and Sustainable New Uniform Collection for its Global Team

British Airways has unveiled a new uniform for the first time in nearly 20 years Designed by British, Ghanaian Savile Row fashion designer and tailor Ozwald Boateng, OBE, Boateng spent time shadowing colleagues in their roles at the airline to create the unique collection More than 1,500 British Airways’ colleagues inputted into the design and… Read the full press release

British Airways and IndiGo Forge Codeshare Partnership for Enhanced UK-India Travel Connectivity

London, UK, 2023-Sep-22 — /Travel PR News/ — UK flag carrier British Airways and India’s leading airline IndiGo, have signed a codeshare agreement to boost connections between the UK and India. Through this partnership – which sees British Airways add its code onto a range of destinations across IndiGo’s network – customers can enjoy improved connectivity… Read the full press release

British Airways Launches Speedbird Pilot Academy: Removing Barriers to a Dream Career in Aviation

Commercial airline pilot scheme covering the £100,000 cost* of training 60 recruits is now open to applicants Scheme will level the playing field in pilot recruitment and removes the biggest factor that gets in the way of people pursuing their dreams British Airways will work with local groups to boost applicants from communities up and… Read the full press release

British Airways Launches End of Summer Sale: Flight and Holiday Savings for 2023 and 2024 Travel

British Airways and British Airways Holidays are offering savings on flights and holidays through to 2024  The sale includes return flights to New York from £333, Orlando from £373 and Chicago from £419, with upgrades to World Traveller Plus (premium economy) across the network from £249 return  With deposits from just £60pp, customers can book… Read the full press release

British Airways Celebrates 75 Years of UK-Japan Flights with Launch of Exclusive Club Suite Cabin

British Airways’ predecessor, BOAC, became the first British airline to operate passenger flights between the UK and Japan in 1948 To celebrate this milestone anniversary, British Airways is launching its latest business class seat, reintroducing its First cabin, and offering menus inspired by traditional dishes previously served on this route for customers to enjoy London,… Read the full press release

British Airways Expands European Network with New Destinations in Latvia, Serbia, and Germany, Offering More Travel Choices and Affordable Fares

Riga in Latvia and Belgrade in Serbia are among the latest additions to British Airways’ short-haul route network Milan Linate re-joins London City’s network while San Sebastian is extended into the winter Heathrow operations to Ljubljana and Istanbul’s Sabiha Gökçen Airport have also been extended into the winter to become year-round destinations London, UK, 2023-Aug-05… Read the full press release

British Airways Reveals Airport Personas: From ‘Airport Ace’ to ‘Airport Ambler’ – How Travelers Navigate the Airport Experience

British Airways’ survey reveals the different personas travellers take on when they get to the airport, with 54 per cent saying they adopt a new identity Travellers from the East Midlands are the most organised and likely to take charge as the ‘Airport Ace’ with Northern Irish holidaymakers (22 per cent) more likely to be… Read the full press release

British Airways Doubles Inflight Entertainment Content, Including Boxsets, Movies, Podcasts, and More

British Airways has doubled the amount of content available for customers to watch on its inflight entertainment system since the start of the year The airline now has more than 70 complete boxsets and 20 franchises available on its flights across every cabin, offering more choice for customers when they travel This month the airline has… Read the full press release