international · 9h 00m · 7,200 km
London to Mumbai
2 airlines · 2 aircraft ranked
In business class, British Airways's Club Suite (787-9) leads the field with a 7.9/10. In premium economy, Air India's Premium Economy (777-300ER) edges out the field with a 5.3/10.
Quick pick
Fly British Airways. It has a private suite and a door for privacy.
If fares are comparable, this is the better cabin.
Fly Air India. It has free Wi-Fi (paid on British Airways).
If fares are comparable, this is the better cabin.
Fly Air India. It scores higher across seat comfort and amenities.
If prices are similar, go with this one.
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Data verified May 2026
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Route insights
- In business class, British Airways's Club Suite (787-9) leads the field with a 7.9/10.
- In premium economy, Air India's Premium Economy (777-300ER) edges out the field with a 5.3/10.
- In economy, Air India's Economy (777-300ER) leads the field with a 4.8/10.
Frequently asked
Which is better in business: British Airways or Air India on LHR-BOM?
In business, Club Suite on British Airways's 787-9 scores 7.9/10 compared to Air India Business on Air India's 777-300ER at 7.1/10, a narrow edge. British Airways wins on seat type, seat width, privacy, while Air India leads in wi-fi. The key difference is direct aisle access, suite door vs direct aisle access.
Which is better in premium economy: British Airways or Air India on LHR-BOM?
In premium economy, World Traveller Plus on British Airways's 787-9 and Premium Economy on Air India's 777-300ER are virtually identical at 5.2 and 5.3 out of 10. Premium Economy leads in wi-fi, but the overall experience is comparable.
Which is better in economy: British Airways or Air India on LHR-BOM?
In economy, Economy on Air India's 777-300ER scores 4.8/10 compared to World Traveller on British Airways's 787-9 at 4.1/10, a narrow edge. Air India wins on legroom, seat width, power. The key difference is 31" pitch vs 32" pitch.
What are the best seats in British Airways Club Suite on LHR-BOM?
Best: Row 5 (5A, 5E, 5F, 5K) is the best row with no toilets or galleys nearby and priority meal service. Rows 6-7 are also quiet. The forward cabin (12 seats) is more intimate than the aft cabin (26 seats). Avoid: 6A and 6K have only a single window instead of two. Rows 8, 20, and 21 are near galleys and toilets. Row 25 gets meal service last and is near the premium economy bassinets. 38 Club Suite seats split across two separate cabins divided by a galley. Forward cabin has 12 seats, aft cabin has 26 seats. All seats have doors, direct aisle access, and middle pairs have retractable dividers. As of April 2026, only 1 of 18 BA 787-9s has this configuration; check your aircraft type before booking.
What are the best seats in British Airways World Traveller Plus on LHR-BOM?
Best: Row 45 has the most legroom with no seats ahead and is furthest from economy toilets. Avoid: Row 50 is adjacent to bathroom doors. Center seats in the 3-abreast middle section (D-E-F) are least private. 39-seat premium economy in 2-3-2 configuration. Latest winged headrest design for sleeping support. USB charging at every seat. Complimentary meal service with upgraded options. Dedicated cabin crew.
What are the best seats in British Airways World Traveller on LHR-BOM?
Best: Rows 60-62 are closest to the exit and allow early deplaning. Row 60 has extra legroom as the first economy row. Avoid: Row 75 (last row) is sandwiched between lavatories and the rear galley with heavy traffic and limited recline. Rows 73-75 experience galley noise. 130 economy seats in 9-abreast 3-3-3 configuration. Seatback IFE with 10-inch screen. USB charging at every seat. Complimentary meals on long-haul routes. The 787 Dreamliner features higher humidity, lower cabin altitude, and larger dimmable windows.