February 2024

Eight reasons to upgrade to World Traveller Plus

Positioned comfortably between our economy (World Traveller) and business (Club World) cabins, World Traveller Plus allows for extra leg-stretching and more baggage-boasting compared to its economy counterpart – making it the most attainable upgrade for those not in need of business or First. Ready to make your next journey with us that bit more exclusive? Let’s go.

Skip the queues

We’ve all been there: running a little behind schedule, approaching the check-in desks only to gaze upon a queue rather more mighty than one we would have preferred. Not so for World Traveller Plus passengers arriving at Terminal 5, who can head straight to the – typically less populated – premium check-in desks for an altogether speedier experience. Please note this varies depending on the terminal.

Get there quicker

Upgrading to premium economy means starting your trip with that extra little spring in your step. You’re excited – and not just for the cabin. That’s because you know you’ll be boarding hot on the heels of our business and First passengers – no later than Group 3, in fact, which is quite the edge given economy passengers can find themselves boarding as far back as Group 9. The good news for Bronze, Silver or Gold Tier passengers is that, no matter your cabin, you’ll get priority boarding, too.

Bring more than before

Perhaps one of the biggest perks of World Traveller Plus is the extra (free) baggage allowance. It’s particularly ideal for those taking longer holidays, bulky ski trips or visiting destinations with several weather conditions to placate. In this cabin, you can put not one, but two 23kg bags in the hold. On board, take your cabin bag (which can go in the overhead lockers) and a handbag/laptop bag (something you can tuck under the seat), too.

Roomy yet intimate: the cabin

Inside the smaller, more exclusive World Traveller Plus cabin, you’ll find wider seats that recline luxuriously further than those in economy, plus lumbar support, a fold-out leg rest and fold-down footrest, plus seven inches more leg room and even a water bottle holder. Depending on your aircraft, you’ll travel in a 2:3:2 or 2:4:2 configuration, making this great for couples who want to sit together, sans neighbours. As with economy, universal power outlets by each seat mean you can stay charged up.

Premium menu and service

Sip your sparkling wine, chosen by our own Master of Wine, Tim Jackson, after take off. Watch as your starter, main and dessert arrive with metal cutlery and ceramic dishes. It’s a step-up from World Traveller fare while still channelling the very best of Britain from a flavour and provenance perspective. Throughout the flight, hot and cold snacks, plus any drinks you might fancy (including alcoholic beverages), can be yours.

Details that elevate

All the details of World Traveller, with that little bit extra on top. In World Traveller Plus, you’ll receive a pillow and thick, quilted blanket adorned in our signature blue and red herringbone pattern. Pair this with our plastic-free-packaging amenity kit – complete with lip balm, an eye mask, pen, socks, toothbrush and toothpaste – and you’ll feel as if you’re fresh from a surprise shopping trip, ready to work, snooze or just sit back and relax.

Binge a gripping series or film

With a large, bright 12-inch touchscreen and noise-cancelling headphones, you can comfortably spend your flight in World Traveller Plus making the most of our Paramount+ TV subscription (home to critically acclaimed shows such as Mayor of Kingstown and Yellowstone), or simply dig into hundreds of the latest films, shows, music, audio books, podcasts and games. Plus, most aircraft will allow you to pay to browse the internet and stream, should you wish to stay connected.

You can use Avios to upgrade

If you’re flying long haul, why not dedicate some of those hard-earned Avios towards an upgrade in World Traveller Plus? Make the whole thing that bit more special? Avios can be used to upgrade the cabin either at the time of booking or applied to an existing flight. A more luxurious cabin may help mitigate general weariness on the return leg, or be splashed out on for both journeys – whichever you’d prefer. Finally, Avios can also be put toward upgrades on Reward Flights.