international · 11h 40m · 9,650 km
London to Hong Kong
2 airlines · 3 aircraft ranked
In business class, Cathay Pacific's Aria Suite (777-300ER) edges out the field with a 8.2/10.In premium economy, Cathay Pacific's Premium Economy (777-300ER) edges out the field with a 5.9/10.
Quick pick
Fly Cathay Pacific. It scores higher across seat comfort and amenities.
If fares are comparable, this is the better cabin.
Fly Cathay Pacific. It scores higher across seat comfort and amenities.
If fares are comparable, this is the better cabin.
Fly Cathay Pacific. It scores higher across seat comfort and amenities.
If prices are similar, go with this one.
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- In business class, Cathay Pacific's Aria Suite (777-300ER) edges out the field with a 8.2/10.
- In premium economy, Cathay Pacific's Premium Economy (777-300ER) edges out the field with a 5.9/10.
- In economy, Cathay Pacific's Economy (777-300ER) edges out the field with a 4.3/10.
Frequently asked
Which is better in business: Cathay Pacific or British Airways on LHR-HKG?
Aria Suite (Cathay Pacific, 777-300ER) edges out Club Suite (British Airways, A350-1000) in business, scoring 8.2/10 vs 7.2. The deciding factor: AC + USB-C vs USB-C only. British Airways fights back on bed length and power.
Which is better in premium economy: Cathay Pacific or British Airways on LHR-HKG?
Premium Economy (Cathay Pacific, 777-300ER) edges out World Traveller Plus (British Airways, A350-1000) in premium economy, scoring 5.9/10 vs 5.2. The deciding factor: 40" of pitch vs 38". British Airways fights back on power and extras.
Which is better in economy: Cathay Pacific or British Airways on LHR-HKG?
Economy (Cathay Pacific, 777-300ER) and World Traveller (British Airways, A350-1000) score virtually the same in economy: 4.3 vs 4.1/10. The biggest gap is power — USB-C only vs USB-A only — but neither carrier pulls ahead overall.
What are the best seats in British Airways Club Suite on LHR-HKG?
Best: Rows 1 and 11 offer the best sleep experience due to distance from galleys. Rows 11 or 15 allow fastest deplaning via door 2. Seats 9A, 9K, 10A, 10K have extra windows. The mini-cabin (rows 15-17) is the most private with only 12 seats. Avoid: 6A and 6K have only a single window instead of the typical two. The mini-cabin (rows 15-17) gets meal service last and may not receive first-choice entree. Seats 15A and 15K are bassinet positions for infants. Rows near the mid-cabin galley experience crew traffic. The A350-1000 was the launch aircraft for BA's Club Suite product. Two business class zones: a main cabin of 44 seats (rows 1-14) and a mini-cabin of 12 seats (rows 15-17). Every seat has a door, direct aisle access, and 40% more storage than old Club World. Panasonic eX3 IFE gate-to-gate. The A350-1000 has NO First class cabin. BA Starlink WiFi rollout began March 2026; Panasonic Ku-band on non-Starlink aircraft.
What are the best seats in British Airways World Traveller Plus on LHR-HKG?
Best: Row 20 bulkhead has the most legroom. Window pairs (A-B, J-K) work well for couples. The 2-4-2 layout means window pairs are the most private. Avoid: Center seats in the 4-abreast middle section (D-E-F-G) are least private. Row 26 (last row) has limited recline and proximity to the economy cabin partition. 56-seat premium economy is one of the larger WTP cabins in the BA fleet. 8-abreast seating with adjustable headrests and footrests. Complimentary meal service with premium wine. Separate cabin service from economy.
What are the best seats in British Airways World Traveller on LHR-HKG?
Best: Rows 30-32 are at the front of economy, closest to the premium economy divider and lavatories. Exit row seats offer significantly more legroom. Avoid: Last 2-3 rows near the rear galley and lavatories are noisy. Middle seats in the 3-abreast sections (B, E, H) are least desirable on long-haul flights. Bassinet positions may mean infants nearby. 9-abreast economy on the A350-1000 is standard for the type. Panasonic eX3 IFE with USB charging. Complimentary meals and beverages on long-haul flights. The A350 cabin features lower cabin altitude and higher humidity than older aircraft types.