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British Airways has announced its plans for the summer 2026 schedule, introducing several changes to its route network and increasing capacity on select services. The airline revealed that all flights to New York’s JFK Airport will operate from London Heathrow, ending the single daily rotation from Gatwick. This adjustment means nine daily round trips between Heathrow and JFK next summer, using Boeing 777-200ER aircraft.
The carrier is also expanding its service to Bangkok by upgrading the London Gatwick–Bangkok route from a winter-only operation to year-round service. Flights will run up to six times a week, resulting in an additional 60,000 seats annually. British Airways aims to attract both point-to-point travelers and those connecting onward through its partnership with Bangkok Airways, which offers connections to destinations such as Phuket and Phnom Penh.
Neil Chernoff, Chief Planning and Strategy Officer at British Airways, said: "We’re delighted to expand our long-haul network from London Heathrow and Gatwick next summer, adding more services to some of our most-loved destinations. Whether customers are travelling for business, leisure, or visiting loved ones, we hope they take advantage of these additional flights, which offer greater choice and convenience, making it easier than ever to connect with their favourite destinations around the world."
