Flight information and upgrades

Your airline

For most cruises featured on this website, flights will be operated by scheduled airlines such as British Airways,Virgin Atlantic, Iberia, Air Malta, Aegean Airlines, Qantas and Emirates.

For flights to and from Aqaba we operate a dedicated charter flight from London Gatwick. For some flights to and from Malaga and Malta in 2010 we operate a dedicated charter flight from London Heathrow. For charter flights we only use reputable airlines such as Thomas Cook or British Airways using Boeing 737, 757, 767, or Airbus A300, A319, A320 A321 or A330 aircraft.

All flights are non-smoking and in general, scheduled airlines offer a minimum of 30” seat pitch on European flights and 31” Long haul services. Short haul charter services offer a seat pitch of 28” or more.

Upgrade options

On scheduled flights, and subject to availability, you may choose to upgrade your flight for a supplement.

On short haul scheduled services, we offer business class upgrades such as British Airways’ Club Europe with which you enjoy extra legroom, fast track security channels, British Airways lounge at London Heathrow or London Gatwick (and selected overseas airports) and enhanced baggage allowance.

On long haul services we can offer a choice of upgrade options including Premium Economy Cabin with benefits including a wider seat with minimum of 38” seat pitch. Long haul Business Class upgrades such as British Airways Club World and Virgin Atlantic’s Upper Class, all offer a full lie flat bed with Business Class Lounges, enhanced baggage allowances and superior in flight dining.

With many flight upgrades the supplement payable is often cheaper the earlier they are booked.

Luggage

In general, your maximum flight luggage allowance is 20kg (44lbs) per person. However, luggage allowance does vary by airline and your flight destination, our experienced Travel Consultants will be able to advise you on the allowances at the time of booking.

Please note luggage allowances are subject to applicable Governmental regulations and are subject to change at any time.