Founded
1974
Fleet Size
272 aircraft
Destinations
200+
Main Hubs
LHR, LGW, LCY
About British Airways
British Airways is the flag carrier airline of the United Kingdom and a founding member of the oneworld alliance. Headquartered near London Heathrow, it is one of the world's leading global airlines with an extensive long-haul network.
Hub Airports
LHR
Hub Airport
LGW
Hub Airport
LCY
Hub Airport
Alliance Membership
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oneworld
Global airline alliance member
As a member of oneworld, British Airways passengers benefit from reciprocal frequent flyer points, lounge access, and seamless connections with all alliance partners worldwide.
Key Facts
IATA CodeBA
ICAO CodeBAW
CountryUnited Kingdom
RegionEurope
HeadquartersWaterside, Harmondsworth
Year Founded1974
Fleet Size272 aircraft
Destinations Served200+ worldwide
Allianceoneworld
Official Websitebritishairways.com
Policies & Information
Carry-on Bag
Pieces allowed1
Max weight23 kg (51 lb)
Max size56 × 45 × 25 cm
FeeFree
Personal Item
AllowedYes
Max size40 × 30 × 15 cm
Checked — Economy
Pieces1
Weight23 kg (50 lb)
FeeIncluded on World Traveller and above; not included on Basic/Hand Baggage Only fares
Checked — Business
Pieces2
Weight32 kg (70 lb) each
FeeIncluded
Checked — First
Pieces3
Weight32 kg (70 lb) each
FeeIncluded
Overweight / Oversize
Overweight fee£65 per piece (23–32 kg); over 32 kg not accepted in cabin
Oversize fee£65 per piece
Note: BA allows a generous 23 kg carry-on allowance, which is significantly higher than most airlines.
Quick Policy Snapshot
Carry-on feeFree
1st checked bagIncluded on World Traveller and above
Change fee£0 on Flexible fares
24-hr cancellationYes
Name changes Yes
Online check-in24 hours before departure
Primary Hubs
LHR
LGW
LCY