N
neha
Guest
Explore reasons behind British Airways' high fares—premium services, airport fees, fuel costs, and global routes. Share your thoughts and tips on finding better deals when flying BA!
Peterkavinsky
Member
High BA fares result from premium services, costly airport fees (especially Heathrow), fuel expenses, and their global hub-and-spoke model prioritizing lucrative long-haul routes.
For better deals: be flexible with dates, book early, check "flight + hotel" packages, use Avios, look for sales, consider alternate airports, and factor in baggage fees.
For better deals: be flexible with dates, book early, check "flight + hotel" packages, use Avios, look for sales, consider alternate airports, and factor in baggage fees.
Pablo Escobar
Member
To avoid seat fees on British Airways, check in online 24 hours before departure and choose free available seats. Executive Club elites, flexible fares, and travelers with infants or disabilities also get free seat selection in advance.
To avoid paying for seats on British Airways, you can choose the option to skip seat selection during booking or check-in, which means you’ll be assigned a free seat automatically. Keep in mind, this might mean sitting separately from travel companions or getting a less preferred spot, but it helps avoid extra seat reservation fees. Booking early or checking in as soon as online check-in opens can sometimes improve your chances of better free seats.