Originally Posted by
fl dutchman
Think this was done a couple of years ago.
I agree with EK77WNCL in that the people who used to use the LGW and STN routes are now using the train, car, bus etc and only perhaps a few are using LHR.
I do believe that nowadays however the majority of people on the LHR are connecting passengers. Thats why timing and frequency is so important.
If your a regular on this route you will know that is usually very busy.
Re loyalty, I believe there are still a number of Executive Club members using LHR to connect to Australia etc so they have not all gone to EK
Indeed you are quite correct fl dutchman.
I'm one of those loyal BA card holders who takes the BA16/15 SYD-LHR-NCL & v.v in J several times a year. LHR T5 wins over DXB any day of the week in my view and whilst it might be controversial, I believe BA to be better than EK in terms of comfort and service.
Pleased to see J on the BA domestics now, offering continuity of service to final destination and at least the impression of better value for money.