transatlantic · 8h 30m · 6,758 km
Atlanta to London
3 airlines · 3 aircraft ranked
In business class, Virgin Atlantic's Upper Class (A350-1000) edges out the field with a 8.1/10.In premium economy, Virgin Atlantic's Premium (A350-1000) edges out the field with a 5.5/10.
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Fly Virgin Atlantic. It scores higher across seat comfort and amenities.
If fares are comparable, this is the better cabin.
Fly Virgin Atlantic. It scores higher across seat comfort and amenities.
If fares are comparable, this is the better cabin.
Fly Delta. It scores higher across seat comfort and amenities.
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- In business class, Virgin Atlantic's Upper Class (A350-1000) edges out the field with a 8.1/10.
- In premium economy, Virgin Atlantic's Premium (A350-1000) edges out the field with a 5.5/10.
- In economy, Delta's Main Cabin (767-400ER) edges out the field with a 4.8/10.
Frequently asked
Which is better in business: Delta or Virgin Atlantic on ATL-LHR?
Upper Class (Virgin Atlantic, A350-1000) beats Delta One (Delta Air Lines, 767-400ER) in business, scoring 8.1/10 vs 6.8. The deciding factor: a closed suite door vs an open cabin. Delta Air Lines fights back on wi-fi.
Which is better in premium economy: Delta or Virgin Atlantic on ATL-LHR?
Delta Premium Select (Delta Air Lines, 767-400ER) and Premium (Virgin Atlantic, A350-1000) score virtually the same in premium economy: 5.3 vs 5.5/10. The biggest gap is seat width — 18.5"-wide seats vs 18" — but neither carrier pulls ahead overall.
Which is better in economy: Delta or Virgin Atlantic on ATL-LHR?
Main Cabin (Delta Air Lines, 767-400ER) and Economy Classic (Virgin Atlantic, A350-1000) score virtually the same in economy: 4.8 vs 4.5/10. The biggest gap is seat width — 17.5"-wide seats vs 17" — but neither carrier pulls ahead overall.
Which is better in business: Delta or British Airways on ATL-LHR?
Club Suite (British Airways, 777-200ER) beats Delta One (Delta Air Lines, 767-400ER) in business, scoring 7.9/10 vs 6.8. The deciding factor: a closed suite door vs an open cabin. Delta Air Lines fights back on wi-fi.
Which is better in premium economy: Delta or British Airways on ATL-LHR?
Delta Premium Select (Delta Air Lines, 767-400ER) edges out World Traveller Plus (British Airways, 777-200ER) in premium economy, scoring 5.3/10 vs 4.9. The deciding factor: Free Wi-Fi vs Paid Wi-Fi. British Airways fights back on seat width.
Which is better in economy: Delta or British Airways on ATL-LHR?
Main Cabin (Delta Air Lines, 767-400ER) edges out World Traveller (British Airways, 777-200ER) in economy, scoring 4.8/10 vs 4.4. The deciding factor: Free Wi-Fi vs Paid Wi-Fi. British Airways fights back on entertainment.
Which is better in business: Virgin Atlantic or British Airways on ATL-LHR?
Upper Class (Virgin Atlantic, A350-1000) and Club Suite (British Airways, 777-200ER) score virtually the same in business: 8.1 vs 7.9/10. The biggest gap is bed length — a 82"-long bed vs 79" — but neither carrier pulls ahead overall.
Which is better in premium economy: Virgin Atlantic or British Airways on ATL-LHR?
Premium (Virgin Atlantic, A350-1000) edges out World Traveller Plus (British Airways, 777-200ER) in premium economy, scoring 5.5/10 vs 4.9. The deciding factor: Free Wi-Fi vs Paid Wi-Fi.
Which is better in economy: Virgin Atlantic or British Airways on ATL-LHR?
Economy Classic (Virgin Atlantic, A350-1000) and World Traveller (British Airways, 777-200ER) score virtually the same in economy: 4.5 vs 4.4/10. The biggest gap is wi-fi — Free Wi-Fi vs Paid Wi-Fi — but neither carrier pulls ahead overall.
What are the best seats in Delta Delta One on ATL-LHR?
Best: Even-numbered rows have a larger privacy shield from the aisle and more separation from passersby, making them preferable. Solo travelers should pick window seats in even rows for maximum privacy. Avoid: Odd-numbered rows sit closer to the aisle with a smaller privacy shield, making them more exposed. Seats near the galleys at the front and rear of the cabin may experience noise. Non-bulkhead footwells are slightly smaller, potentially tight for tall passengers. Staggered 1-2-1 layout with direct aisle access from every seat. No sliding doors unlike the A330-900neo and A350 suites. The 767 fuselage is narrower, making the seats feel slightly tighter than widebody suites. Thompson Vantage seats are fully lie-flat. 18-inch seatback IFE screens.
What are the best seats in Delta Delta Premium Select on ATL-LHR?
Best: Row 20 bulkhead has the most legroom. Window pairs (A-B) on each side give privacy for couples without a middle seat. All seats in 2-2-2 layout avoid the dreaded middle seat. Avoid: Row 23 is closest to the economy cabin and may experience noise from the partition area. Only 20 Premium Select seats on this aircraft type. The 2-2-2 layout means no middle seats in any row, a significant advantage. Premium amenity kit, enhanced meal service, and priority boarding included.
What are the best seats in Delta Main Cabin on ATL-LHR?
Best: Delta Comfort+ rows 30-33 (28 seats) offer 34 inches of pitch. Row 30 has the most space as the Comfort+ bulkhead. Window doublets (A-B, H-J) avoid the center middle seat. Avoid: Center seat (E) in the 3-abreast middle section on long-haul flights. Last 2-3 rows near rear galley and lavatories. 2-3-2 layout is more comfortable than 3-3-3. 28 seats are designated Delta Comfort+ with 34-inch pitch. Remaining 156 Main Cabin seats have 31-32 inches of pitch. Complimentary meal service on international flights. Seatback IFE and USB/AC power at every seat.
What are the best seats in Virgin Atlantic Upper Class on ATL-LHR?
Best: Row 1 (1A, 1D, 1G, 1K) offers increased bed width and length at the bulkhead. 1A and 1K are best for solo travelers with maximum privacy. Avoid: Row 11 is adjacent to The Loft social area and can be noisy. Row 1 can also catch galley noise but the extra space compensates. Center pairs face away from each other, which is unusual for couples. Suites have a movable privacy partition rather than a full door. Center seats are angled away from each other for privacy. 18.5-inch touchscreen with no physical remote; pair your phone instead. WiFi costs GBP 2.99 (messaging), GBP 6.99 (1 hour), or GBP 20.99 (full flight). REN amenity kit in recyclable kraft paper. Thick mattress topper for sleeping. The Loft social space is between Upper Class and Premium.
What are the best seats in Virgin Atlantic Premium on ATL-LHR?
Best: Window pairs in row 21 (21A/B and 21J/K) are bulkhead seats with extra legroom. Aisle seats throughout for easier access. Avoid: Middle seats in the center quad (D, E, F, G) in any row. Row 27 is the last row and closest to the economy cabin. Collins MiQ seats with bi-fold tray table, four-way adjustable headrest, and footrest. 13.3-inch Safran RAVE IFE system. 7 inches of recline. Complimentary meals with enhanced menu over economy. Same WiFi pricing as Upper Class.
What are the best seats in Virgin Atlantic Economy Classic on ATL-LHR?
Best: Any window seat in this section for the 3-inch pitch advantage over Classic. Row 45 bulkhead if available. Avoid: Middle seats (B, E, H) in any row. Economy Delight uses the same Recaro CL3710 seat as Economy Classic but with 34 inches of pitch instead of 31. Passengers also get priority boarding. Same IFE and meal service as Classic economy.
What are the best seats in British Airways Club Suite on ATL-LHR?
Best: Window suites in the mini-cabin offer the most privacy. All seats have doors and direct aisle access. Avoid: Seats near galley partitions experience more noise and traffic. 48 Club Suite seats with doors. No First class on the V.2 configuration (3-class only). 18.5-inch IFE with Bluetooth.
What are the best seats in British Airways World Traveller Plus on ATL-LHR?
Best: Window pairs for privacy. Front rows for earlier meal service. Avoid: Center block (4-abreast) is cramped. Last row limited recline. 40-seat premium economy in 2-4-2 layout. Wider cabin than 787 gives slightly more room in window pairs.
What are the best seats in British Airways World Traveller on ATL-LHR?
Best: Front rows of economy furthest from rear galley. Avoid: Last rows near lavatories and galley. 184 economy seats. 9-abreast on the 777-200ER gives 17.5-inch width, slightly wider than the 787 economy.