The airline today said it would start direct flights
three times a week to and from Heathrow Airport and
Islamabad.
British Airways has announced it will resume flight operations to
Pakistan from the UK, signalling the continued importance of ties
between the two countries.
The airline today said it would start direct flights three times
a week to and from Heathrow Airport and Islamabad. The first
flight will land in Islamabad on 14 August, and will be taking
extra precautionary measures for the safety of its crew and
passengers.
Today’s announcement is another important step in reconnecting
the trade ties and people-to-people ties between the UK and
Pakistan.
Due to COVID-19, passengers will be required to wear masks and
will have access to hand sanitisers during the flight. Crew
members will wear masks during the flight. There are also extra
measures in place at airports to ensure travellers stay safe.
The British High Commissioner Dr CMG, said
this was an important moment for UK-Pakistan links:
The resumption of British Airways direct flights is a big boost
for the hundreds of thousands of travellers who travel
regularly between our two great nations, many who have had
their travel plans disrupted by the pandemic. I’d like to thank
to the Government of Pakistan, British Airways and my team in
Pakistan who have worked hard to deliver this welcome news.
Moran Birger, Head of Sales, Asia Pacific and the Middle East at
British Airways, said:
We are pleased to once again provide a service between Pakistan
and the UK. We know many of our customers in both countries
have been waiting to be reunited with friends and family. We
look forward to welcoming them back onboard.
British Airways direct flights restarted in June 2019 after a
break of 10 years. The carrier first flew to Islamabad in 1976.
From London Heathrow the flights will be on Sunday, Tuesday and
Thursday, departing at 20:30 and arriving in Islamabad at 04:20.
From Islamabad flights will be on Monday, Wednesday and Friday,
departing at 06:15 and arriving in London at 15:00.
Notes to Editors:
- For more information on BA’s new safety procedures, please
visit here
- Customers travelling can expect bespoke services to enhance
the on-board experience including a halal meal option in every
cabin, while the airline will also ensure sauces in every meal do
not include alcohol or pork. As with any British Airways flight,
customers can also pre-order a range of special meal options
including vegetarian and vegan options.
- The Boeing 787 is British Airways’ newest long-haul aircraft
that is 20 per cent more fuel efficient than other aircraft and
features larger windows, mood lighting and the latest inflight
entertainment system. The lower cabin pressure means customers
step off the flight feeling fresh.
