About the airline

British Airways is the flag carrier of the United Kingdom, headquartered at London Heathrow, and a founding member of the oneworld alliance.

IATA Code

BA

ICAO Code

BAW

Country

United Kingdom

Alliance

oneworld

Hub airports

LHR, LGW

Cabin baggage (Economy)

23 kg

Checked baggage (Economy)

23 kg

Hub airports

• Heathrow (LHR)
  London, United Kingdom

Popular British Airways routes

• JFK → LHR
  New York → London
• LHR → JFK
  London → New York
• HKG → LHR
  Hong Kong → London
• BOM → LHR
  Mumbai → London
• YYZ → LHR
  Toronto → London
• LHR → FRA
  London → Frankfurt

Things to do in London

Baggage policy

In Economy class, British Airways typically allows up to 23 kg of cabin baggage and up to 23 kg of checked baggage. One cabin bag + one personal item; checked bag depends on fare type.

Frequently asked questions

What is the IATA code for British Airways?

The IATA code for British Airways is BA, and the ICAO code is BAW.

Which alliance does British Airways belong to?

British Airways is a member of the oneworld airline alliance.

Where are British Airways's hub airports?

British Airways operates main hubs at LHR, LGW.

What is British Airways's Economy baggage allowance?

In Economy class, British Airways typically allows 23 kg of cabin baggage and 23 kg of checked baggage. One cabin bag + one personal item; checked bag depends on fare type.

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