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First experience

First experience.
 
Online check-in

Check in online* before you arrive.

*Available 24 hours before your flight, for all customers. Online check-in will close 1 hour prior to departure in all locations, except the US where it closes 2 hours before departure.

 
Online check-in.
 
Dedicated First check-in*

A queue-less, personalised and stress free environment to check in your baggage.

*Available at London Heathrow, London Gatwick, New York JFK and Barbados.

 
Dedicated First check-in.
 
Dedicated First lounges

Our lounges* are a perfect sanctuary away from the world. An elegant, calm and welcoming environment to enjoy refreshments and spend your time as you wish.

*Dedicated First Lounges are available at selected airports.

 
Dedicated First lounges.
 
Pre-flight dining

Enjoy our waiter service dining in the First lounge, giving you maximum sleep time on-board*.

*Available on all flights departing after 8pm from London Heathrow and selected overnight flights from New York’s John F Kennedy and Newark, Philadelphia, Washington, Toronto, Chicago and Boston airports. Opening times may vary.

 
Pre-flight dining.
 
Elemis Travel Spa

Indulge yourself... soothe your body... relax your mind. Take time for a complimentary treatment in our renowned Spa*.

*Available at London Heathrow Terminal 4 Arrivals lounge, Terminal 5 Departures and Arrivals, New York JFK Terminal 7 Departures.

 
Elemis Travel Spa.
 
Exclusive surroundings

Your demi-cabin is your sanctuary in the sky. A discreetly serviced and smartly equipped haven of calm where your wellbeing is catered for.

 
Exclusive surroundings.
 
Turndown Service

We’ll prepare your bed when you’re ready to sleep, with our Turndown Service*. Then sink into total comfort with a soft under-mattress, cosy duvet and plump pillow, all covered in the finest 100% Egyptian cotton.

*Not available on the following routes
 
Turndown Service.
 
Ultimate comfort

We’ll provide a pair of luxury velvet slippers* and a specially-designed sleeper suit for your comfort. A stylish Anya Hindmarch washbag contains selected products to help you get ready for bed and freshen up in the morning.

*Available with Turndown Service.

 
Ultimate comfort.
 
Business facilities

Our in-seat phones and power sockets enable you to stay in touch with the world below.

 
Business facilities.
 
Personal service

Our specially trained First crew will provide you with a discreet yet attentive service, ensuring that all your personal needs are taken care of.

 
Personal service.
 
Personal entertainment

Choose a title from our video library or enjoy the latest box office smashes, comedies and sport on our new Audio Video On Demand entertainment system.

*Not available on aircrafts with a 12-channel in-flight entertainment system.

 
Personal entertainment.
 
Choose how you spend your time

Your secluded ‘demi-cabin’ guarantees space and privacy, creating a comfortable oasis whether you’re working, dining or catching up on some well-deserved sleep.

 
Choose how you spend your time.
 
À la Carte dining

Choose from our renowned À la Carte menu and the First crew will prepare your meal to order. We now offer delicious lighter options and if you’re flying from London you could enjoy our ‘Catch of the Day’, a selection of wild fish supplied by Loch Fyne.

 
À la Carte dining.
 
Wines and Champagnes

Enjoy the finest Champagnes and wines from our First cellar which have been carefully selected from around the world.

 
Wines and Champagnes.
 
Arrivals lounge

Continue relaxing within our Arrivals lounge* on your return home by enjoying a treatment in our Spa, a refreshing shower or simply a hot breakfast.

*Available at London Heathrow, London Gatwick and Johannesburg.

 
Arrivals lounge.
 
Elemis Travel Spa

Freshen up for the day ahead with an invigorating shower, or enjoy a relaxing treatment in our Spa*.

*Available at London Heathrow Terminal 4 Arrivals lounge, Terminal 5 Departures and Arrivals, New York JFK Terminal 7 Departures.

 
Elemis Travel Spa.
 

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