BRITISH AIRWAYS PREMIUM ECONOMY HONEST REVIEW

[@greigchandler4721]

And this is why I stopped flying BA 2 years ago and now fly Virgin Atlantic Premium Economy or Upper Class where you get so much more for your money and a much better flying experience overall!

[@keylimepie210]

I don't agree. I've flown upper class with Virgin and it was a joke. The lunch choices was chicken tikka masala & rice or bangers & mash!!! That's appealing for what is supposed to be first class.

[@northseabrent]

Terminal 7 feels more like a bus station, than a port for international transportation and commerce. Even Changi’s terminal 3 where budget airlines fly into is far better than JFK’s terminal 7.

[@Whenitraveltheworld]

Agreed, Terminal 7 is a bit of a dump.

[@ritchieboyd2067]

British Airways owns terminal 7

[@Patrick11030]

That's why terminal 7 is a dump, like the owner !!

[@karlp8484]

I believe the BA CEO comes from a budget airline background. Failure to understand the term "premium" looks like a legacy of that. An airline that actually seems intent on getting even worse as time goes on.

[@Whenitraveltheworld]

Yes he is from Vueling, and likes to cost cut. I think it went so far that it hit rock bottom and is slowly coming back up from the dirt, but it will take years to make BA better.

[@jimshelley8831]

Bit like their grumpy old staff.

[@kimmowrey8172]

I have flown BA Premium Economy overseas twice and will never, ever do it again. The extra charges drive me nuts, such as having to pay for seat selection each way, and the amenities are virtually non existent. Just because you get silverware doesn't make it a Premium product. Their Business Class is also terrible. They used to be a great airline but are now just a discount carrier with lousy service.

[@Whenitraveltheworld]

Oh yes, paying for the seat selection, I forgot to mention that part. Thanks for that point and the comment.

[@mike.garnham]

Lousy service, yes. Discount, definitely NO.

[@lm8348]

Mike Garnham the service provided by BA is far superior to ALOT of European airlines.

[@jeronimocastro3282]

EcSight Games Alitalia is waaaaaaaaaay better on ANY class

[@lm8348]

Aviación Castro Alitalia is gonna be the cause of Italy’s next financial crisis... they lost over €500 million last year.

[@fredob43]

You were lucky to get at least something you could eat. I flew BA Prem: LHR BKK and was served a dried up inedible pasta dish. I did receive a pat of butter but alas no bread roll to spread it on. I think it might have been to grease the seat. I don't travel BA at all now pore quality from start to finish.

[@Whenitraveltheworld]

I'm surprised the food from heathrow was so bad, normally its not so bad out of LHR. Pasta dishes are very tricky as they do indeed dry out and have no flavor apart from Salt. So I always stay clear of anything Pasta based on an aircraft. I also had the same one time from BA, they gave me the most dry roll and no butter.

[@coloradocolorado1527]

Great video . R u still able to watch the screen even if the person in front of you reclines? Does it bother much the passenger in front reclining? Many thanks

[@ianhamilton396]

Gave this a thumbs up, for the video/review. Sadly this is BA, a shadow of its former self. And there isn't much to applaud here except I suppose they got you there. BA deserves all the criticism it receives these days. I'm forever reminded of BA and its CFO looking into the bottom of the barrel and proclaiming 'Mates, I truly believe we can dig deeper'.

[@Whenitraveltheworld]

Glad you enjoyed the review and thanks for commenting on it. I also enjoyed that I did arrive in London :) Agree with you about the CEO.

[@kayineson4220]

That’s the pre arrival snack? When I was with delta and KLM I had more food then I could throw a stick at! That’s not good they need to make it better and if it’s like that no one would want to pay it. They would either go business or economy.

[@Whenitraveltheworld]

Yep its a real embarrassment to call that an arrival snack, granted I could have lived without it, but that is not really any sort of meal.

[@kayineson4220]

When I Travel The World that’s it, I mean it makes British Airways look terrible, they meant to be a flagship carrier. Like you said it would have been better not to have anything. But for the prices you pay you expect more

[@heuwel]

I flew BA premium economy a month ago from Cape Town via Heathrow to Denver. There was no difference between the economy food...same trays, same hot alumminium trays etc..On my flight backi from Denver I could not get a seat on economy plus and sat in seat 53c in economy and found it surprisingly way better that any premium economy seat....the hand rest can fold up...the tray table was on the back of the seat infront of yoy which maks it way better to use.....this would make your seat in there a wee bit wider....depending on which seat you can get in economy, its NOT worth paying that extra money for economy plus..... another really bothersome deal is the placement of the plug for head[hones.I managed to broke two of in the process....next time I will book and buy two specific seat in economy which is better that any plus seat

[@abigailmcintosh2760]

Great video, I love how detail this is. You and James Asquith gives some great reviews about the premium economy

[@ric8971]

Pre arrival meal : Rather pay for economy. Thanks for the review.

[@Whenitraveltheworld]

Indeed.

[@marky4431]

my first flight with BA was back in 1976, it was special. So sad to see they are not trying to keep up with airlines such as Emerates

[@danjones2567]

Watching this makes me feel I’ll begetting a ruff service in basic economy. We’ll be sitting on straw bales I take it?

[@Whenitraveltheworld]

Basic economy is still just economy , except no bags or seats. You will be fine. Maybe just bring some snacks with your for the flight.

[@lyntonbell7604]

hey, any idea if the plug sockets put out enough for full power laptops or just 100w pd3.0 usb c only? info re reclineability, extra room in premium etc would be good. thanks for the video

[@adamz9138]

Flew premium economy on BA from Malaysia to New York. I absolutely loved it and will do it again when this Pandamic is under control. Of course compared to Qatar and Emirates business class, its nowhere close. But this is premium economy. A lot better than Emirates economy class. I love BA.

[@marcelorozengurt4432]

they improved the premium economy meal tremendously with full crockery and hot prelanding meal

[@AC-SlaUkr]

You are absolutely right about the pre arrival food. Diabolical BA!

[@Whenitraveltheworld]

Yeah it was not great.

[@BlakeEdgington]

Really enjoyable review. Particularly liked the ATC audio which adds something different. Look forward to the next one. The pre arrival meal is absolutely shocking. I would go for economy and try to snag some extra legroom.

[@Whenitraveltheworld]

Thank you, glad you enjoyed it. When I can obtain the ATC I will always add it in, but some countries its illegal to broadcast it.

[@Waldo1411]

Good trip report! I agree with you about pre-landing meal

[@Whenitraveltheworld]

Thank you for watching and the comment.

[@georgyhauersperger]

I have heard that BA has really lowered their standards when it comes to in-flight meal service, and now have seen the evidence of it. Too bad because they really had a high standard at one time.

[@Whenitraveltheworld]

I know they improved the meal in economy a little recently, but it was one extra snack on the tray, I can't really say I have seen any improvements in premium.

[@ph89787]

5:46 My flight with Qantas between Sydney and Johannesburg last year was better than this. I'll admit that the seat was older and the IFE was a tad stubborn. But at least i got two full meals.

[@Whenitraveltheworld]

I think they struggle with the duration on this flight, at around 6 hours, its hard for them to serve a full second meal, but a sandwich might be nice.

[@ph89787]

I still find it strange though that a full service airline would be that stingey. Hell even in economy on Qantas at least they gave you a pie, sausage roll etc and an ice cream.

[@globetrotter1493]

Patrick Donnolley Qantas is not that bad.

[@TripReportaviation]

Brilliant video. You had a perfect wing view of a 747

[@cardiffflyer]

That is a shocking pre arrival meal! I generally Delta and KLM a few times and they've always provide a decent one!

[@Whenitraveltheworld]

Agreed, it's the same they hand out to economy passengers. Could at least be Sandwich for premium economy passengers.

[@ianburnley6873]

When I flew out and back to San Francisco in September with BA in economy, I thought was OK, the main was quite enjoyable including a very nice chocolate ganache and the lighter snack was better than shown above, and included something hot, so either BA are getting the message or it varies from route to route.Premium Economy can definitely be worth it depending in the extra cost you can get it for, especially as Business Class is too expensive for many people.

[@Whenitraveltheworld]

I do love the POTS chocolate ganache, I buy it all the time, so that's one good thing BA serve with meals. On the west coast flights, they do provide more, its just the short 6 hour hops they really struggle to decide if its worth providing passengers with more or less.

[@mrsmichellebanton3093]

Oh wow!! Watched this just to see what premium economy is like, as I’ve always travelled economy, but thought I’d treat myself.. But after this.. I don’t think so!!! I’ll continue to travel in economy even if it is a tight squeeze in those seats!!

[@Whenitraveltheworld]

Yep, I would save the money and spend it on the destination.

[@AmitSingh-kv3df]

Thank you for an honest review. Useful.

[@robainscough]

Virgin Premium class is definitely a better option at the same price point, sad to see BA drop so much in quality. And there system of charging extra when you select a seat in your class choice is terrible.

[@mmc9828]

We're flying back to Arizona on British Airways in Premium Economy from Berlin to Heathrow to PHX and I'm dreading it. The last time we flew BA we were in Business Class and that was bad enough. Can't imagine what we're in for in PE.

[@vegaslamb]

I have two choices for nonstop LAS to LHR. Virgin Atlantic or British Airways. For 20yrs Ive been choosing Virgin, which seems like the best of the options by your review.

[@Whenitraveltheworld]

Yep go with Virgin on that route.

[@Outland9000]

So the *_new_* premium economy seats are not as comfortable as the old ones? Also, I have a 12hr flight to Japan (Heathrow to Haneda) soon... Any advice as to which airline to go with? I expect to go premium economy as business and first are silly money, money I would rather be spending in Japan.

[@Whenitraveltheworld]

Yes the older ones are more padded and I find are a lot more comfortable, the newer ones are more stiff. I would 100 % pick Japan Airlines premium economy over British airways any day if the price is the same. Even Japan airlines economy class on the 777 or 787 is far superior to BA on this route.

[@Outland9000]

Okay. Thanks!

[@sebdoe]

I booked an economy tickets to JFK from LHR, and they decided to randomly upgrade me to premium economy without telling me, a pleasant surprise!

[@Whenitraveltheworld]

That's awesome.

[@vettechmom6056]

We are flying to London in June from Los Angeles. I'm trying to debate whether or not we should spend the extra money on a premium economy, or just go with regular economy. I like the idea that the seats are slightly roomier, but other than that I don't think it's worth it. A little extra space would be nice on a 10+ hour flight !!

[@Whenitraveltheworld]

I think depending on the extra price if say $200 each for the extra leg room on an 11 hour flight can be worth it and slightly better food.

[@grizzzler]

The main issue for me is leg room because I am quite tall. I have bought a BA Premium Economy ticket because I have an upcoming 12 hour flight to Rio and 12 hours folded up like a Tetris block for me is torture. Now some seats where the tray is in the armrest the armrest is immovable, so my question is can you lift the armrest if no-one is sitting next to you?

[@Whenitraveltheworld]

Yes if you are really tall purchasing the extra leg room can be worth it. I'm not sure on the armrest in the middle, sorry.

[@jenw9463]

I always joke that P/E is the coach experience from 25 years ago. We flew BA Premium Economy out of PHL last month. We were on a 787, so the configuration was 2-3-2, which feels a bit more spacious. I don't care for P/E myself, but my husband is 6'4'' and my son is 6'3'', so they really need the extra space. Our "breakfast" upon landing was a packaged soft pretzel with cream cheese spread on it and coffee served in a cup that was only slightly larger than a thimble.

[@Whenitraveltheworld]

I agree that if you are very tall, then the price can indeed be worth it for the extra leg room alone. It sounds like they did improve the arrival snack a bit on your flight, which is nice to know. Thanks for watching and the comment.

[@littlemines6648]

The problem with “Premium” economy here is that the only stand-out difference is the food, which basically only makes the main course higher than economy. After flying on Qatar Airways, economy class, i can safely say it’s way more comfortable and servicing than this. Yes, Qatar’s *economy* > BA Premium. I mean, c’mon, they’re giving you a standard british breakfast, for the MAIN course. Most other features, like the refreshment trolley, seating, headphones, hell even the amenities and Tv are basically the same as economy. Business dosen’t feel too special, it feels like what premium SHOULD have been. First class just looks fancy tbh. *periodt.*

[@MPDLR]

It looks great, BUT - no special check-in is almost a deal killer for me. I don't expect lavish meals or lounges for Premium Economy. BUT - I'd need shorter check in line, and pre-boarding of some sort. I'm only restarting international travel now after many years - - right now Virgin appeals to me for Premium

[@aljack1979]

If you are pay for premium economy on BA then make sure that you get a refitted aircraft because the old cabin is abysmal and not worth the expense. Plus the 747s and 777-200s are tired with regular delays due tech issues.

[@Whenitraveltheworld]

Yes a lot of the 747's are tired and the 777-200's are as well, a shame.

[@aljack1979]

When I Travel The World BA really need to up their game because their golden routes are being invaded by low cost airlines. Take NYC for example, Norwegian fly for cheaper in their premium cabin on brand new aircraft (more economical). Now BA can lower their fares to compete and cut costs or build a reputation for Being a flag carriering airline with outstanding service etc. They are slowly alienating their client base. Businesses people don't want to fly with them and the people who would pay a bit more would now rather save their money because they feel that they don't get what they pay for, less leg room [because of added rows of seats on A320/21] on European flights and less food service on long haul. It's all about reputation. I would happily pay more for the likes of Singapore Airlines on long haul because I know that I will be flying on a new aircraft and receiving some of the best service in the sky. R. I. P BA.

[@diannewang371]

I just recently experienced a tech issue with a BA15. It was, you guessed it 777-200

[@peerlessbreton7182]

Alan Jackson then why are turnover, profit & passenger numbers as high as they've ever been, and show no sign of slowing down? Curious

[@kathleenalloway2556]

Good informative review. For the short flight NY to London is it worth it. It does not look like there is much difference?

[@Whenitraveltheworld]

Thank you for the comment, for a 6 hour flight it really depends how much extra it would cost, I would say spend no more than 100 and it might be worth it for the extra legroom.

[@lindalovesmusic9091]

If there's not a big difference in seat comfort or leg room, I don't see an almost $200 reason to upgrade to premium economy, especially if you don't get the Heathrow Lounge, which is very nice.The ONLY thing I would definitely say is NOT to book a flight with partner, American Airlines. My last flight I wasn't paying attention and it was awful. No food, no entertainment, NOTHING.

[@Whenitraveltheworld]

I think you typically get 6 inches more legroom, so its not a bad payment if you are really tall. But its never normally just $200, its normally a lot more.

[@Summersoulster]

I flew from Tokyo to London on BA 787 in June 2018 and there was priority boarding. First, Business, Premium Economy and then Economy was last.

[@BBFCvids]

Summersoulster i did the same route but from Haneda 2 weeks ago on BA's 777 300ER i had to check in alongside economy there, maybe Narita has it laid out differently. Even when boarding I had to board alongside economy the only exception was group 3 lines up first.

[@patriciamarie5482]

Gosh thanks this video is very very helpful I think I'll just go on economy!

[@Whenitraveltheworld]

Glad it helped, thanks for watching.

[@IDHerbert]

Thanks for the video - impressed that you were able to dub the ATC dialogue. I disagree with an earlier comment that said BA has not moved on since the early 2000s as they have - backwards !!! I am now ashamed to admit I worked for them for 38 years and flew to a large lump of the planet in that time - including many times to JFK and back. I left 10 years ago and the product was starting to decline then after the mass exodus of managers who new what running a premium airline was about, and Walsh and his acolytes set about dismantling all we had built.

[@Whenitraveltheworld]

Thank you, glad you liked it. No need to be ashamed to have worked for a company for a long period of time, it's not your fault. I bet they were really fun to work for from the 80's - 00's. But the hard product really does need an update to stay competitive, its a bit of a let down.

[@IDHerbert]

Thanks for your generosity. Yes it was great fun working in the golden years of aviation when it was more of a luxury and less of a commodity. The problem BA has it seems is where they think their product sits and which area of the market they are pitching it at. Hiring the ex CEO of the Spanish equivalent of EasyJet maybe gives a clue...

[@ianhenson724]

Thanks Pal, last night we booked our hotel but not flights, this Economy Premium for me and my wife & two kids was £3.500 , i wont be doing it now, many thanks and where every you travel may it be safe.

[@Whenitraveltheworld]

Yeah when the price is that much it can be a massive amount of money to spend on a sub par product that might not even be worth it. Hope it helped and thanks for the comment.

[@betttyyip572]

Not all surprise at all, flew with British Airways once from London to Malaga, Spain. I was shot there was no in flight entertainment and meal serving for a 3 hours flight. Glad i watched this video first before booking a premium economy with British Airways.

[@gillespiesglobaladventures2301]

Look forward to welcoming you on premium plus coming soon cheers

[@Whenitraveltheworld]

I hope to try it out with United when its all installed. :) I hope all is well.

[@violetkim948]

I was searching for a review, and then I see you. Thank you :)

[@Whenitraveltheworld]

Hope it was helpful.

[@bianco6421]

Had to use BA to BKK due to EVA air strike in May '19. Had to pay more on BA Premium Eco and from the checking in at LHR it was downhill all the way to BKK. Check in was slow with non working machine. Once seated I have immediately noticed the ripped seats with broken screen which had a crack and not able to adjust the angle. Also the movie selection was poor with the colour quality from the 70's!! I was given a menu but I was given a left over and this happened on both journey(LHR-BKK-LHR). Also the CA will not give me more than 1 diet coke can(small size)!! I never experienced this with airlines like Virgin, Lufthansa, JAL, ANA and even Ryan Air!! I will never use BA again even if I was given a freebie tickets!!.

[@victoriawardrope9843]

This review just helped me decide premium ain’t worth it. How much larger is the seat?

[@Powerbertl66]

I did several flights with Lufthansa in premium economy. I got a welcome drink in a real glass, hot towel, meal served on china, no charges for seatreservation, 2 peaces of luggage , 23 kg each, unfortunately no extra checkin, but anyway. All in all a good experiance, and a good value for the higher price.

[@Whenitraveltheworld]

Yes that is exactly the way premium economy should be.

[@goutvols103]

Thanks for the video. Their Business layout is a 2-4-2 with reverse seating. I flew BA out of the ME to London, in reverse seating and said never again.

[@Whenitraveltheworld]

Yeah the Club World seats are not the best anymore, thankfully they have announced a new seat that will be put into the planes to bring them into the modern times.

[@Leopold5100]

thanks for the honesty; certainly won't be wasting my money with them

[@Whenitraveltheworld]

Glad this was helpful. Thanks for watching and the comment.

[@TimoBrown79]

I fly Premium Economy and really do not mind it on BA. I fly Austin to Heathrow twice yearly to visit family and I don't have any real issues. The seat is more comfortable and the leg room is greater. That is what you are paying extra for. I usually purchase a economy seat and then BA srnd you a promotion to upgrade for approx $250.00 each way. It's worth it.

[@diannewang371]

It’s the first and last I’ll ever fly BA. My original flight from Heathrow to Sydney via Singapore was cancelled and they put everyone in the airport hotel and gave us only £10 in food and drink vouchers. Hardly enough for waiting until 9.35pm the following day. Just because I shelled out extra for premium doesn’t mean the service was good. For premium I recommend either Qantas or Singapore airlines

[@Whenitraveltheworld]

Sorry to hear about your bad experience with them.

[@1292liam]

what are you listening in on, and on what frequency, pre and during take off?

[@twobins2060]

PE on Cathay or Singapore Airlines from UK to Sydney is worth it for the extra room and comfort, but Cathays food is very average. I got a good 5-6 hours sleep on all four legs of the journey so it made the travelling a lot easier. Wondered what BAs offering would be like and now that I know, I'll give it a miss. Good review

[@AVCTripReports]

Thanks for sharing. Been years since i was in Premium Economy on BA and been meaning to get back. Probably not worth it though, the pre landing snack as you’ve shown for a start is a joke. T7 @ JFK also isn’t the best.

[@Whenitraveltheworld]

Thanks for watching and the comment. I have another premium economy trip report to upload soon and it was a slightly longer flight ,so the food served was a bit better. I mean anything is still better than economy to be honest.

[@robyoungquist5803]

I’ve flown British several times mostly in First, sometimes Business. IMHO, their First Class service is no better than others Business Class and Business Class no better than others Premium Economy. Thank you for sharing what Premium Economy is like. The pre-arrival meal, it appears, is their way of quietly saying ... Thank God we’re almost there and can go home. Here’s a bar for you. Take it because we’re doing you a favor by giving you that! Sad, really as to what they’ve become. BA now stands for ... BEST AVOIDED. 🧐

[@Whenitraveltheworld]

Thanks for the comment and watching, Yes the word PREMIUM is really thrown around in the airline world and they get away with it and offer very little for the extra money. The only real valid point is the extra leg room.

[@Holiday_Mike007]

What a disgrace! The BA service has gone downhill rapidly over the years. Whatever the price difference is between Economy and WT plus proves by your video it's not worth it. I use to fly BA regularly in both Business and First. Now I try and avoid flying with them unless no other choice literally. I experienced Club Europe last year with them flying From London to both Barcelona and Athens. It was a disgrace regarding the offerings of so called food. They are now a budget airline full stop. While I am having a rant, Club World seating is something from the dark ages also!

[@Whenitraveltheworld]

They are indeed in need of an update certainly. I still don't mind flying them to be honest and I typically take whatever flight works out best for me. Though I'm most likely going to finally let my BA gold status come to an end in 2019 and start flying a few more airlines. And the Club World seats do indeed need a massive update. Thank you for watching and the great comment.

[@mimi219]

michael costa no there not shut up

[@TravelWithDan]

So, a nice video. Love the jumbo and the ATC was great.

[@Whenitraveltheworld]

Thank you, glad you enjoyed the added ATC and thanks for the comment.

[@libertyfirst4083]

I love the fact that BA has a daytime flight from the East Coast U.S. to London. The only reason for overnight flights is that it enables the airline to turn the plane around...and fly right back to Boston, JFK, etc., not because it makes sense to have a 5.5-6 hour eastbound overnight flight--for anyone! I've flown the BA Premium Economy product once (westbound) and found it quite enjoyable. Different aircraft, though, so that may have been a part of the reason, but for me it was a very good experience, and I'd fly it again. No coach for me...ever...if I have any way to avoid it.

[@Whenitraveltheworld]

I do really enjoy the daytime flights from the East coast to London, it makes Jet Lag a lot easier to handle. The other reason they have this is for the late night arrival of the London to JFK flight that lands very late and I think the airport closes down during midnight to 5am, so there would be no one to handle the turnaround. I have flown BA premium economy a few more times and have had an OK experience. But this one was just pretty bad.

[@shyamalapuchakayalu8290]

I prefer extra leg room in the flight. No need of wet towel, super good food or toilet kit . Can I I get extra leg room in premium economy class?

[@tally1604]

I flew with them long haul for the first time in 2000 London to almaty. And then Sydney to London. In economy. It was great. Still not as good as virgin even back then. And last year I also flew with them long haul to South Africa, and it was a shame how low the airline had fallen in the interim.

[@Whenitraveltheworld]

At least your flights were ok, thanks for watching and the comment.

[@Msccube]

It is a true story about my trip on BA Premium Economy Class. Me, "Flight attendant (FA). Would you please tell me how to use this piece of butter? There is no bread." FA, "Sir, sorry. The bread has been cut." Me, "Cost cutting?" FA, "Yes! Sir! Cost cutting! Me, "Would you tell your boss to cut the butter too? It can increase the profit margin. It saves BA's money and my time to think how to use the butter." FA, "Thank you sir! It is a wonderful idea! However, I wish you to know that your meal comes from the Business Class. Passengers in Business Class eat the same meal." Me, "Oh! No! My God!

[@kid1274]

I remember BA premium economy 5 yrs ago A380 800 seats no comfy at all food similar to this video and a flap jack and Cadbury choc bar pre landing... even in economy there was a side storage compartment by the window...which in premium economy was not available...very disappointed never flew BA again....

[@Gerrard0414]

I think this is not the normal service on BAs premium economy class. I flew the more recent Prem Cabin on their 787 from London to New Orleans last summer and it was way better from what you seemed to have gotten here mate. Don't write them off just yet. I got a lovely larger and tasty breakfast (Full English) on the night/ morning return flight and the pre-landing meal was English scones and tea, and on the outbound flight to New Orleans I got a steak dinner and the pre landing meal was very nice small sandwiches with tea again.

[@Whenitraveltheworld]

Thanks for the comment and feedback, don't worry i have plenty more premium economy reviews from BA on other routes I need to post, its just finding all the time to make the videos. They are not bad, but that arrival snack was the biggest joke for a premium cabin.

[@jonnyjobes3621]

Qantas premium economy is more like junior business. A fantastic experience that is significantly elevated above standard economy in all areas.

[@Whenitraveltheworld]

And that is how the premium economy experience should be, it should have a lot better standards than the airlines economy experience. I received almost the same food from BA in economy on this route.

[@iz9073]

Thank you for not skipping take off

[@markg6860]

When I was flying on the company dime, it was nice to travel up front ... First or Business ... on International flights. But, now that I'm paying, I would never spring for any premium product, especially for a flight of only six hours. Much cheaper to carry on some gourmet food and have your own little party with the exact food you enjoy.

[@Whenitraveltheworld]

Yes the price difference between economy and business/first can be massive, so I fully understand where you are coming from.

[@martynkingsley9805]

Great video.......I have cc always loved flying on British Airways to London / Lagos..... never had any reason or reasons to complain in any form of negative way. Great video, wonderful crew cab at all time, in my own personal experience.

[@TheTugboatgirl]

Try Virginia Atlantic next time, the premium economy is fantastic great food, tons of snacks drinks and great seats.

[@Whenitraveltheworld]

I have indeed flown Virgin Atlantic PE and agree with you, which is why this flight is so poor compared to other airlines.

[@lornemcclenaghan5428]

You are right -- that pre-arrival snack is just bonkers....apparently they are enhancing that service element this year. About time.

[@Whenitraveltheworld]

Yes the pre arrival snack could really use some enhancements.

[@kurtinnewyork8154]

I don't think many airlines get Prem Econ right. Had similar experience on Lufthansa. Only positive was wider seat, more leg room. Next flight is to London, wanted to fly business with BA but Lufthansa was $1,000 less.

[@Whenitraveltheworld]

I agree, its very hard to pull it off as it needs to be better than economy, but not as good as business class. Have a great trip on your next flight.

[@JaydenWong]

I love this review so much! I wouldn't expect a second meal on a 6 hour flight, but maybe at least some fruits or pastry would be nice. I like the Cathay 777 at the end of the vid👌🏻

[@Whenitraveltheworld]

I agree, i'm not fussed about the second meal, but in premium at least make it a pastry or small sandwich. I flew the exact same route on United EWR-LHR and they gave out a meal, a snack and then a small sandwich before landing, and that's United in economy class.

[@markg6860]

Cathay 747

[@robertsturgeonrs]

Enjoyed your vlog, and I think that you are so right to feel let down by BA with premiumEconomy! I used to be proud to fly BA but, now I would make them almost my last choice!Its very sad to see how really bad that they have become. BA MANAGEMENT - SORT IT OUT FAST!

[@Whenitraveltheworld]

Thank you, glad you enjoyed it. It is a shame about BA, but I will be honest and say that they are some of the best crew's I have ever had, so I can't blame them for the big boys at BA cost cutting everything and i'm fairly sure it embarrasses them a bit.

[@kenchew5002]

As long as people continue to fly them, they will will keep delivering the poor product everyone expects.

[@maddies9142]

Robert Stugeon Ok I agree with this however I just want people to know that BA staff work really hard and the management is awful . I know someone who worked for them And there job is being forgotten about no one cares about it. So BA are literally kicking so many of their workers out the window and it’s ridiculous.

[@maespip]

Pre arrival snack? Asylum seekers get even better food when they are plucked from the Mediterranean.

[@Whenitraveltheworld]

Yep, its a push to even call it a snack.

[@maespip]

I'm an ex-SABENA employer. So maybe you can imagine my shock. :-)

[@joshgreaves9934]

😂😂😂

[@juliechambers7533]

maespip have you seen what asylum seekers get. Very inappropriate comment.

[@ermanercin2995]

Made me laugh hilarious comments

[@ltmltm1]

Hello all of your comments are fine but knowone has stated a better carrier?

[@novahome9133]

Totally agree with your comments on Premiere Economy on BA - I will even go as far to say that Business class is not the best either. Tried both twice (just to make sure) I will never fly BA transatlantic again. Plenty of other options to pond hop now.

[@Whenitraveltheworld]

Thanks for watching and the comment.

[@simonmellor4028]

I agree, that vending machine pre- arrival snack is a disgrace, and only serves to confirm that P.E is the airline's most profitable sector.

[@Saraaaaaa1]

WOW. I'm pricing flights for a multi city trip and the price difference for the exact itinerary in economy VS premium economy is well over a thousand dollars. Nope! Going to have to stick with regular economy fare here because I don't see how on earth they justify that massive of a price jump for a goody back and some extra snacks?! Thank you for posting this, it's super helpful!

[@Whenitraveltheworld]

Sure thing, that's why I made it, so people can watch it and decided if its good value to pay the extra.

[@prowelsh56]

6 hours use economy esp a day time flight...all others I would go Premium for leg room...way more important on long 11 hour flights from California to UK. .

[@scotishtaffy]

Have to agree, the ticket price does not reflect a premium food product, as you said they could make the tray all China and definitely upgrade that snack. Great video as always.

[@Whenitraveltheworld]

Thank you Andrew, yes just adding a few China plates to make it all nice would be a real bonus, just gives it a slightly premium feel and if they let premium passengers use a priority check in lane, especially as there would be a max of 30-40 premium passengers on each flight.

[@pat9532]

I'm looking to fly to new york n march 22 .with ba from. London is it worth it ?

[@jimcunningham61]

As a premium economy user priority boarding is a serious issue for me , EVA and pal both offer it

[@leesimpson1677]

I flew with BA from Gatwick to Atlanta in Jan 2018 on one of the old 777's with the tired blue interior and washed out IFE screens which are about the same size as my kindle. I am sure anyone flying BA regularly knows what I am talking about. I flew a similar non-upgraded 747 from Heathrow to Miami 2/3 years ago as well. Service was poor on both flights. I do a lot of cruising and have no control who the cruise line use for their carrier or sadly I would never use BA. I wanted to upgrade from WT to WT+, which is basically just a larger seat and was quoted an additional "£500" ONE WAY! Both return flights were with AA. What a difference.!

[@Whenitraveltheworld]

Yep that's what i'm on about, when its just a small amount to upgrade it can be worth it, but when its 500, that's when if someone buys it for that price, that is indeed a joke for the service you get.

[@leesimpson1677]

I forgot to mention, when I looked into the WT+ cabin during the flight, there was only one person sitting in it, and the plane itself was only about 70% full. I wonder why?

[@Whenitraveltheworld]

I think BA struggle a bit to fill the aircraft on this route, when Delta fly it multiple times a day and it's their hub.

[@willemduitemeijer1683]

Do you go premium for the seat space or the meals?

[@Whenitraveltheworld]

Mainly for the personal seat space, I never await the food :)

[@sau002]

Nice one. How is the leg room in premium economy?

[@Whenitraveltheworld]

It's a little better, maybe a few more inches, but nothing amazing.

[@alwafealwafe]

thank you for the review. I flew business class with BA and it is not better than the premium economy. best European premium economy is Lufthansa.

[@Whenitraveltheworld]

Thanks for the feedback.

[@fiona3821]

Thanks for sharing. Now how is the leg room? Your right about the plastic stuff. Looks like how economy used to be years ago. Now everything is smaller and they give you less

[@Whenitraveltheworld]

The legroom is actually fine for me at 6ft, so that is one of the added bonuses.

[@ninababy8]

I’m booked on a 7 hour flight from NY to London on economy on BA. in anyone’s opinion is it worth an upgrade? It’s a good 500 more. Is economy on BA terrible? Thanks

[@Whenitraveltheworld]

500 more is a lot if you ask me, economy with BA is just fine for that flight. I would save your money.

[@ninababy8]

When I Travel The World Thank you!

[@Chetok]

Just from my research into an upcoming long haul trip the only airlines who offer anything like service and comfort are Singapore, Etihad & Emirates, seems to me that BA area helluva long way back.

[@MarcusFeyFey]

Very eye-opening and interesting trip report! From what I see there is zero what makes the additional charge worthwhile..... Serving the same food in china instead of plastic is not better in any way (actually it's worse because the meal gets colder much quicker)

[@Whenitraveltheworld]

Thanks for the comment, I think the main benefit is the extra legroom and slightly more personal space and not being crammed into someone right next to you. But the food part, not much better.

[@thebraine100]

Nice contrast with your American Airlines main cabin extra vid. This service really doesn’t compare, does it?! You are right about the ‘meal’ shortly before landing!

[@Whenitraveltheworld]

Thanks, glad you enjoyed both videos. Yes that's got to be up there as one of the worst arrival meals I have ever had.

[@tutaoliveira5755]

Hi l am going to buy my ticket flying what’s better aircraft for my specific case, boing 777 brithis air lines or airbus Klm?

[@camf7522]

BA Premium Economy looks more economy than premium. The catering looked below standard, particularly the pre landing offering. Lazy product development.

[@Whenitraveltheworld]

Indeed, they are going to improve it though.

[@maxinedecent6166]

Just travelled Australia/UK premium economy. Usually fly Qantas. Never again BA. what did I get for my money. Not a lot. Ba I suggest you fly with Qantas to find out how it should be done!

[@Whenitraveltheworld]

I agree, Qantas has a much better product in premium compared to BA.

[@Horizon301.]

In economy the scrapped the second meal to offer you a breakfast bar. It’s pretty shocking and ultimately I was just comparing everything to Qatar. Thankfully the B747 was the new interior but still it wasn’t an amazing experience and surprisingly the B747’s with their newer interiors look better than the retrofitted B777’s

[@Whenitraveltheworld]

Yeah its a really bad second meal, granted I think people will be ok for the short flight, but its more a joke than a meal.

[@visionist7]

They should offer you a hearty roll or sandwich at the very least, bonus points if it's warm

[@ltmltm1]

Oh by the way if you fly BA on a regular trip you get business boarding if you are a bronze member

[@Whenitraveltheworld]

Thanks and I do know that as I'm Gold. But i'm trying to show this review from what a regular purchase would look like, not if you added in all the Elite flyer benefits that most people don't have.

[@ryanessex7978]

Where are the longer edits dude, Love the longer edits. We haven't had one in aaaaaaaaaaages. Btw, The pre arrival food is embarrassing. BA deserve the reputation that they have.

[@Whenitraveltheworld]

Got a few of the longer edits coming soon. Thanks for asking for them :)

[@and1baumann]

I agree with you, that is not a competitive product! But the same goes IMHO for BAs Business Class

[@Whenitraveltheworld]

That's very true, I think every frequent flyer in the world knows that BA's business class really needs an update.

[@cansw81]

I agree with you, the second meal is a slight embarrassment, the price difference at times between WT and WT+ can be ridiculously expensive, in some comes almost £600 in difference (e.g. LHR-YUL). Although I love the WT+ cabin with BA on the Dreamliner, they do need to make the meal service, especially the second one, more premium. They should also be doing the bar service with actual glass and not a plastic tumbler to put your gin & tonic into! Although I was upgraded from WT to WT+, I wouldn't pay for WT+ simply because the service doesn't match the cabin experience.

[@Whenitraveltheworld]

Exactly, I agree with you. I mean for me it was just a $50 difference so no real harm, but when people who don't fly often spend 300-500 more on the ticket and think its going to be a wonderful experience and they get something like this, that's not really on.