British Airways’ first Airbus A380 will fly on the “Red Carpet Route” from London to Los Angeles, with tickets going on sale March 5. The aircraft is the first A380 to be operated by a UK airline. The double-decker super jumbo aircraft is due to be delivered to British Airways in July and seats are now on sale for flights from Oct. 15.
The airline is launching the new A380 with a special fare offer to Los Angeles. Fares start at £499 ($755) return in World Traveler (economy) with a special £380 ($575) upgrade available for customers wanting to move up to World Traveler Plus. Club World return fares start from £3,800 ($5,748) for two people (£1,900 each or $2,874). The second A380 route will be to Hong Kong, and will depart on Nov. 15. A380 enthusiasts eager to be on the first commercial services should note that dates for these will be announced once plans for training flights are completed.
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