First class travel · UK departures

First class flights from the UK

Step into a more exclusive way of flying, with private suites, fine dining and personal service on selected airlines.

Private first class suites

Settle into your own suite with a fully flat bed, on selected aircraft.

First class lounges

Unwind before you fly in a first class lounge, where your airline has one.

Dining at your pace

Order from a premium menu whenever you like, on airlines that offer flexible dining.

First class booking assistance

Get personal help with first class fares, seats and ticket terms.

We quote first class on airlines including
  • Emirates
  • Qatar Airways
  • British Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • Singapore Airlines
  • Cathay Pacific
  • Qantas
  • Lufthansa
First class fares

Featured first class flights from London

A guide to first class prices from London. Fares are indicative, include taxes and change with travel dates and availability.

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Etihad Airways
FirstReturn
FromLondon (LON)
ToAbu Dhabi (AUH)
Starting from£4,290 PPGuide fare, incl. taxes
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British Airways
FirstReturn
FromLondon (LON)
ToNew York (JFK)
Starting from£4,990 PPGuide fare, incl. taxes
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Singapore Airlines
FirstReturn
FromLondon (LON)
ToSingapore (SIN)
Starting from£6,950 PPGuide fare, incl. taxes
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Fares change daily and depend on dates and availability. Prices are confirmed when your tickets are issued.

The first class experience

First class privileges along the way

From dedicated check-in to personal service in the air, first class looks after you at every stage. Exactly what you get depends on the airline.

  1. 01 · Getting there

    Chauffeur service

    Some airlines include a car to and from the airport with first class fares.

  2. 02 · At the airport

    Private check-in

    Dedicated first class desks, with a separate check-in area at some airports.

  3. 03 · Before you fly

    First class lounge

    Restaurant dining and quiet space in the airline’s first class lounge, where available.

  4. 04 · On board

    Suite & dining

    A wide flat bed in a private suite on selected aircraft, with meals when you choose.

  5. 05 · On arrival

    Priority baggage

    Bags tagged priority are usually among the first to reach the carousel.

A closer look at first class

How does first class differ from business class?

Thinking of stepping up from business class? Here’s how suite privacy, airport facilities and onboard service compare.

First class

A small, private cabin offered on selected airlines and long-haul aircraft.

  • Your own suite, with more privacy
  • Dedicated airport facilities on some flights
  • Meals served when you choose
  • Fewer seats and a quieter, more personal cabin
  • Chauffeur transfers with some airline fares

Business class

Premium seats and service on many international routes.

  • Fully flat beds on many long-haul aircraft
  • Lounge access, depending on your ticket
  • Better meals and drinks on board
  • Priority airport services, where available
  • Baggage allowance set by airline and fare

First class availability and facilities differ by airline, aircraft and destination. Our team can check exactly what your fare includes.

London departure highlights

London to the world, flying first class

From iconic cities to faraway destinations, see where you can fly first class from London. Our team can check airlines, aircraft and availability for your travel dates.

Fares change daily, so we send live prices with your quote. Departures from other UK airports on request.

How it works

From quote to boarding pass

  1. 1

    Tell us your trip

    Your route, dates, number of travellers and any airline preferences.

  2. 2

    We compare fares

    A consultant checks first class options across airlines for your dates.

  3. 3

    You choose

    Pick the option you prefer. A 50% deposit secures your booking.

  4. 4

    We look after the details

    Seat requests, meal preferences and any schedule changes before you fly.

Personalised first class arrangements

Make your first class trip your own

Have a request for your flight or stay? We’ll handle the arrangements with the airline and hotel.

  • Suite & seating requestsAsk for a particular suite or seat.
  • Personal dining preferencesShare any dietary needs in advance.
  • Airport assistanceArrange help at your departure airport.
  • Hotel arrangementsBook a hotel to go with your flight.
  • Multi-city first class travelInclude an extra city en route.
  • First class Umrah flightsFind first class flights for your Umrah trip.
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Other ways to fly

A cabin for every kind of trip

Considering another cabin? Compare business, premium economy and economy.

Rows of blue economy seats in an aircraft cabinStandard seat

Economy class

Keep costs down with a standard seat, paying only for the extras you need.

Business class seat with a pillow, ready to turn into a flat bedLie-flat seat

Business class

Rest on a lie-flat seat, with lounge access where your fare allows it.

First class flight FAQs

First class flights: what you need to know

Find out how first class compares with business class, what tickets cost, the baggage limits and which routes offer it.

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What is the difference between first class and business class?
First class is the cabin above business class. You get a bigger private suite in a much smaller cabin, often six to 14 seats, with meals when you want them, pyjamas and the airline’s top lounges. Some airlines add more, like Emirates’ chauffeur transfers and A380 shower spa. Business class still gives you a flat bed and lounge access.
Is first class worth it?
First class can be worth it on long overnight flights, or for a special occasion, when a private suite, more personal service and a quiet cabin really count. Some business class seats now come with a flat bed and their own door, though. On shorter or daytime flights, they give you most of the comfort for much less.
How much is a first class ticket from the UK?
Return first class tickets from the UK start at around £3,400 to £3,900 on sale fares to places like New York, Nairobi or Dubai. Typical fares are higher, with Emirates first class from London to Dubai averaging £6,000 to £9,000. Long routes to Asia and Australia, and peak dates, push prices up further. Ask us for live fares.
Which airlines still have first class from the UK?
Several airlines still fly first class from the UK, usually on long-haul flights from Heathrow. They include British Airways, Emirates, Qatar Airways, Etihad, Japan Airlines and American Airlines, though only on certain routes and aircraft. Virgin Atlantic doesn’t have first class, as Upper Class is its business cabin. We can check which flights on your route offer it.
What is the first class baggage allowance?
First class usually comes with the biggest baggage allowance. British Airways First includes three checked bags weighing up to 32kg each, plus a cabin bag and a handbag. Emirates First allows 50kg in total on most routes, or two 32kg bags on flights to and from the Americas. We confirm your airline’s limits before you pay.
Is there first class on flights to Europe?
No. Flights from the UK to Europe don’t have a first class cabin, so the top choice is short-haul business class, such as British Airways Club Europe. That’s a standard seat with the one next to you kept free, plus a meal on board and lounge use before you fly. First class from the UK is long-haul only.
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