international · 12h 45m · 10,900 km

London to Singapore

3 airlines · 3 aircraft ranked

In business class, Singapore's Business Class (A380) edges out the field with a 8.0/10.In premium economy, Qantas's Premium Economy (A380-QF) leads the field with a 5.9/10.

How we score → Last updated June 2026

Quick pick

Best business class:close call

Fly Singapore. It has 16 more inches of legroom and a wider seat (28" vs 22").

If fares are comparable, this is the better cabin.

Best premium economy:strong pick

Fly Qantas. It has free Wi-Fi (paid on Singapore).

If fares are comparable, this is the better cabin.

Best economy:close call

Fly Singapore. It scores higher across seat comfort and amenities.

If prices are similar, go with this one.

Best first class:close call

Fly Qantas. It scores higher across seat comfort and amenities.

If fares are comparable, this is the better cabin.

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Business ClassSingapore · Airbus A380 · 2017 cabinBest on route
Lie-flat · 1-2-1 · 60" pitchVery reliablePremium farePoints: Chase UR, Amex MR, Capital One, Citi TYP
Wider seat + Free Wi-Fi + Mattress pad
8.0
Excellent
Seat 8.0·Amenity 7.9
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Qantas Business SuiteQantas · Airbus A380-QF · 2022 cabin
Lie-flat · 1-2-1 · 44" pitch · Paid Wi-FiReliablePremium farePoints: Amex MR, Capital One, Citi TYP
Full power outlets + Dine on demand + Longer bed
7.5
Very good
Seat 7.3·Amenity 7.7
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Club WorldBritish Airways · Boeing 777-300 · 2023 cabin
Lie-flat · 1-2-1 · 37" pitch · Paid Wi-FiAvg. reliabilityPoints: Chase UR, Amex MR, Capital One, Bilt
Full power outlets
5.5
Average
Seat 4.6·Amenity 6.9

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Data verified June 2026

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Route insights

  • In business class, Singapore's Business Class (A380) edges out the field with a 8.0/10.
  • In premium economy, Qantas's Premium Economy (A380-QF) leads the field with a 5.9/10.
  • In economy, Singapore's Economy (A380) edges out the field with a 4.8/10.
  • In first class, Qantas's Qantas First (A380-QF) edges out the field with a 8.2/10.

Frequently asked

Which is better in business: Singapore or British Airways on LHR-SIN?

Business Class (Singapore Airlines, A380) dominates Club World (British Airways, 777-300) in business, scoring 8/10 vs 5.5. The deciding factor: 28"-wide seats vs 18". British Airways fights back on power.

Which is better in premium economy: Singapore or British Airways on LHR-SIN?

Premium Economy (Singapore Airlines, A380) edges out World Traveller Plus (British Airways, 777-300) in premium economy, scoring 5.1/10 vs 4.7. The deciding factor: 19.5"-wide seats vs 18.5". British Airways fights back on extras.

Which is better in economy: Singapore or British Airways on LHR-SIN?

Economy (Singapore Airlines, A380) edges out World Traveller (British Airways, 777-300) in economy, scoring 4.8/10 vs 4. The deciding factor: 18"-wide seats vs 17".

Which is better in first: Singapore or Qantas on LHR-SIN?

Suites (Singapore Airlines, A380) and Qantas First (Qantas Airways, A380-QF) score virtually the same in first: 7.9 vs 8.2/10. The biggest gap is power — AC + USB-C vs USB-C only — but neither carrier pulls ahead overall.

Which is better in business: Singapore or Qantas on LHR-SIN?

Business Class (Singapore Airlines, A380) edges out Qantas Business Suite (Qantas Airways, A380-QF) in business, scoring 8/10 vs 7.5. The deciding factor: AC + USB-C vs USB-C only. Qantas Airways fights back on legroom and bed length.

Which is better in premium economy: Singapore or Qantas on LHR-SIN?

Premium Economy (Qantas Airways, A380-QF) edges out Premium Economy (Singapore Airlines, A380) in premium economy, scoring 5.9/10 vs 5.1. The deciding factor: AC + USB-C vs USB-C only. Singapore Airlines fights back on privacy.

Which is better in economy: Singapore or Qantas on LHR-SIN?

Economy (Singapore Airlines, A380) and Economy (Qantas Airways, A380-QF) score virtually the same in economy: 4.8 vs 4.7/10. The biggest gap is wi-fi — Free Wi-Fi vs Paid Wi-Fi — but neither carrier pulls ahead overall.

Which is better in business: British Airways or Qantas on LHR-SIN?

Qantas Business Suite (Qantas Airways, A380-QF) dominates Club World (British Airways, 777-300) in business, scoring 7.5/10 vs 5.5. The deciding factor: a 80"-long bed vs 72".

Which is better in premium economy: British Airways or Qantas on LHR-SIN?

Premium Economy (Qantas Airways, A380-QF) beats World Traveller Plus (British Airways, 777-300) in premium economy, scoring 5.9/10 vs 4.7. The deciding factor: AC + USB-C vs USB-A only.

Which is better in economy: British Airways or Qantas on LHR-SIN?

Economy (Qantas Airways, A380-QF) edges out World Traveller (British Airways, 777-300) in economy, scoring 4.7/10 vs 4. The deciding factor: Free Wi-Fi vs Paid Wi-Fi.

What are the best seats in British Airways Club World on LHR-SIN?

Best: The mini-cabin (rows 5-7) has only 12 seats and is the quietest and most private. Window suites (A or K) in rows 9-12 create a genuine cocoon with the door and fuselage wall. Row 5 gets priority meal service with the widest choice of entrees. Avoid: Partial rows 18 and 24 only have center seats and lack window positions. Back rows of each cabin section near galleys experience more noise. Bassinet positions at 8K and 19A/K may mean infants nearby. Row 24 gets meal service last. 76 Club Suite seats across three separate cabins, making this BA's largest business class. All 16 777-300ER frames are now retrofitted. The Club Suite has a larger 18.5-inch IFE screen than First class. Every seat has a door, direct aisle access, and Bluetooth audio. Center pairs have retractable dividers for couples.

What are the best seats in British Airways World Traveller Plus on LHR-SIN?

Best: Row 31 offers the sweet spot between bulkhead legroom and avoiding bassinet noise. Window pairs (A-B, J-K) provide the most privacy. Avoid: Row 30 bassinet position means possible infant noise. Row 34 (last row) has limited recline and proximity to economy partition. Center seats D-E-F-G are least desirable. 40-seat premium economy in 8-abreast 2-4-2 configuration. Adjustable headrests with wings. Complimentary meal service with upgraded wine selection. Dedicated cabin crew. USB and AC power at every seat.

What are the best seats in British Airways World Traveller on LHR-SIN?

Best: Rows 40-42 are the front of economy, furthest from the rear galley. Exit row seats offer more legroom. Avoid: Last 2-3 rows near rear galley and lavatories are noisy with limited recline. Middle seats (B, E, H) in the 3-3-3 layout are least desirable. Row 53 typically has no recline. 9-abreast economy at 31-inch pitch on the 777-300ER. Complimentary meals and beverages on all long-haul routes. Seatback IFE with USB charging. The 777-300ER is BA's flagship long-haul aircraft.

What are the best seats in Qantas Qantas First on LHR-SIN?

Best: Suite 2F is the most private of all suites; F and K seats are good for couples Avoid: Row 1 suites are closest to the galley and may experience more foot traffic Marc Newson designed open suites on the upper deck. 1-1-1 layout with all aisle access. 83-inch bed is among the longest in the sky. AC power, USB, and Ethernet ports. IFE is Panasonic eX2 with 17-inch screen. No wifi currently; Viasat rollout planned 2026.

What are the best seats in Qantas Qantas Business Suite on LHR-SIN?

Best: Middle seats E/F for couples (divider between them); window seats in odd rows (11,13,15,17,19,21,23,25,27) for closest window positioning Avoid: Window seats in even rows have the seat positioned further from the window; seats near galley between upper and lower deck Thompson Vantage XL staggered 1-2-1 on upper deck. All seats have direct aisle access. 80-inch fully flat bed. 16-inch HD touchscreen IFE (Panasonic eX2). USB and AC power. No wifi currently.

What are the best seats in Qantas Premium Economy on LHR-SIN?

Best: Row 31 A/B and K/J are bassinet row but also offer extra legroom; row 31 D/E/F center seats also have extra legroom without bassinet noise risk Avoid: Rows 38 and 39 do not have overhead storage bins; last row may have limited recline 2-3-2 layout on main deck. 13.3-inch HD screen. USB and AC power at every seat. 9-degree recline with legrest and footrest.

What are the best seats in Qantas Economy on LHR-SIN?

Best: Row 71D for extra space; rows 80A and 80K; row 51 H-J-K has extra legroom without exit row restrictions Avoid: Rows near lavatories at rear; middle seats in 3-4-3 layout; seats near stairs between decks 3-4-3 on main deck. 12-inch pivoting HD touchscreen (Panasonic eX2). USB-A in armrest and shared AC outlet near footrest. 5-degree recline. No wifi currently.