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British Airways complaint — United Kingdom

How to file a formal complaint for British Airways customers in United Kingdom. Verified contact lines, timelines, and the regulator path if British Airways cannot resolve your case.

✓ Verified from official source· Mon–Sun 6am–8pm
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How to file a formal complaint against British Airways

  1. Step 1: Call customer service first
    Dial 0344 493 0787 and ask the agent to escalate to a supervisor. Note the agent name and case ID — you'll need them at every later step.
  2. Step 2: Submit a written complaint
    British Airways must acknowledge a written complaint within 5 business days under most national consumer rules. Send via certified mail or the brand's secure-message portal and keep proof.
  3. Step 3: File with the regulator
    Open a case with Civil Aviation Authority at https://www.caa.co.uk/passengers/. The regulator will not adjudicate your specific dispute in most cases, but the brand must respond in writing within 30 days.
  4. Step 4: Small-claims court or ombudsman
    If the dispute is under the local small-claims threshold, file at your local court. Most brands settle in writing before the hearing rather than send a lawyer.

Related FAQs

What is the real British Airways customer service number?

0344 493 0787 — published on https://www.britishairways.com/en-gb/information/help-and-contacts and verified on the date shown at the top of this page.

Is British Airways customer service 24/7?

Mon–Sun 6am–8pm

How do I talk to a real human at British Airways?

Dial 0344 493 0787 and press 0 repeatedly, or say 'agent' / 'representative' at the IVR prompt — most airline IVRs route to a human within 5 minutes during business hours.

Is calling British Airways free?

Calls are charged at your carrier's standard rate; check the table above for the hours that match your time zone.

Can I email British Airways?

British Airways prefers phone and in-account chat; email is available via the contact form on https://www.britishairways.com/en-gb/information/help-and-contacts.

How long does a British Airways refund take?

7 working days for cards, 20 days for cash (CAA rule) for card refunds; instant for account credit; up to 30 days for disputes that go through the regulator.

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