Over the years we have accumulated a wealth of knowledge and experience about the effects of air travel. Our well being programme is designed to help you feel your best when you fly with us.
To help you feel better when you fly, we have developed a balanced, lighter meal option on board, which is indicated by our well being symbol (*). The menus offer fresh seasonal food with high fibre ingredients and low salt, sugar and fat content.
Carry herbal teas with you so that you can have them before, during and after the flight to naturally alleviate any digestive problems. Here is a list of the better known teas:
Our well being partners Elemis Travel Spa and Chiva-Som, are experts in travel therapies. You can benefit from their travel tips to help you prepare for your journey and to arrive at your destination feeling energised.
Flying can be an exciting and exhilarating experience, and to make sure you enjoy your journey with us to the full we do everything we can to ensure your wellbeing and comfort.
To help give your skin and body the best possible protection we have teamed up with luxury British spa and skincare brand Elemis, who will be offering spa therapies and inflight skincare products to rejuvenate your skin, awaken your senses and refresh you on your journey.
Spa therapies
Elemis has designed an exclusive British Airways menu for both men and women. Departing customers* will benefit from treatments designed to aid sleep and relaxation, whilst therapy for new arrivals will leave you feeling re-awakened and energised.
* At selected locations only.
Shiatsu Power Back Massage - select from a choice of three uniquely developed massage sequences combined with “Elemis Touches” performed by an Elemis Spa Therapist on a luxury massage chair.
Intelligent Massage Chair – select from a choice of three exclusive programmes and with the minimum of fuss you are left in peace.
Intelligent Massage Chair with Elemis Spa-Therapy – select from three exclusive programmes complimented by your choice of one of the following treatments:
| Airport | Elemis Travel Spa location | Opening hours |
|---|---|---|
| London Heathrow Terminal 4 | Arrivals Lounge | 06:00 - 10:00 |
| London Heathrow Terminal 5 |
Departures South Arrivals Departures Satellite B |
07:00 - 21:00 05:00 - 14:00 07:00 - 21:00 |
| New York JFK Terminal 7 | Departures Terraces Lounge | 16:00 – 22:00 |
Complimentary treatments are available to British Airways First, Club World and Executive Club Gold members when travelling on a longhaul British Airways flight.
Have the holiday you deserve, avoid the stress and fully relax. Here are the top tips to avoid holiday stresses according to The Stress Management Society.
Sleep is essential for the body to function properly and most people require an average of 8 hours a night. Try to catch up on lost sleep before you depart on holiday and during long-haul flights do your best to get as much sleep as possible. This way you will arrive refreshed and relaxed at your holiday destination.
Plan ahead and create time buffers to deal with unexpected circumstances or emergencies. For example, you may encounter some delay on the way to the airport so make sure you allow plenty of time.
Use technology that will save you time, for example check in online at ba.com and avoid the check-in queues. Once on the plane you will have to turn your mobile phone off so consider leaving it off for the rest of the holiday. Leave the number of the hotel with people at home in case of emergencies.
When you exercise, your body produces endorphins - these are hormones that help you relax and can help counter the effects of stress. On holiday there are usually many opportunities to try some physical exercise: hire a bike for an afternoon, go on a walking tour, go dancing one evening or even just take a brisk walk rather than a taxi to your local restaurant for supper.
If you're feeling stressed, you might reach for nicotine, alcohol, caffeine or chocolate to calm you down. However, these substances all contain stimulants. Try instead to stock up on healthy snacks like fresh or dried fruit or nuts, and keep topping up your water. Water is essential for every body function and even more than usual will be required if you're holidaying in the sun.
When you have a problem on holiday it is very easy to react negatively by arguing endlessly or by fuming silently! It is much better to take a deep breath in, stay calm, and accept that there are some things in life that you just can't change. Use your time more constructively, for example if you have to wait for a flight play 'I spy' with the children.
Stress can affect your neck, shoulders and back. These quick techniques can help avoid this:
For more information about stress management, visit The Stress Management Society. It has a free 10-step guide to stress management, plus a free monthly newsletter full of tips about keeping relaxed. Or call the Society on 08701 999 235.