Orlando is a major tourist destination for visitors from the United Kingdom. According to 2022 data, over 700,000 passengers traveled between the two cities. For years, travelers had the choice of direct flights on British Airways and Virgin Atlantic, until Norse joined the route in May 2023. Since this route caters primarily to leisure travelers, with most passengers starting their journey in London, airlines haven’t typically assigned their flagship aircraft to these flights.
Business Class Options on the Orlando-London Route
If you’re flying with Norse, you’ll enjoy a comfortable ride on a 787 Dreamliner, although the best premium option is an angle-flat recliner rather than a fully lie-flat seat. For more on what to expect, check out this review of Norse’s premium class experience. Virgin Atlantic offers its unique Upper Class seating on the A330-300, and occasionally the newer A330neo will fly the route; you can read more about the Upper Class experience on the A330-300 here. British Airways operates its Club World cabin in an 8-across configuration with forward and reverse seating on the 777-200. These options may get you across the Atlantic in comfort, but a new competitor on this route is raising the bar for business class passengers.
Delta’s Seasonal Service with the A330-900neo
Delta recently introduced a new seasonal route between Orlando and London-Heathrow (LHR), operating four times weekly through March 29, using its A330-900neo. This aircraft is a game-changer for Orlando travelers, featuring Delta One Suites with privacy doors, providing a new level of luxury on this route. Alongside Delta One, the A330-900neo includes Delta Premium Select, Delta Comfort+, and Main Cabin seating, delivering a range of options to accommodate varying comfort needs.
A Good Flight to Consider Upgrades
For frequent flyers, this seasonal Delta flight may be an ideal opportunity to use upgrade perks. With Delta’s A330-900neo typically seen on high-demand routes from major hubs, Orlando’s leisure-focused market will likely have fewer Delta Medallion frequent flyers looking to compete for upgrades. This means you might have a better chance to score an upgrade to Delta One or Delta Premium Select than on Delta’s other transatlantic routes.
An Elevated Experience with a Price Tag
If you’re considering booking this premium experience directly, note that the lowest round-trip fare starts at 270,000 SkyMiles plus $341 in taxes and fees, including the British airline surcharge. But for those seeking a best-in-class business cabin with added privacy, Delta’s seasonal service delivers unmatched comfort on the Orlando-London route, making it worth considering if an upgrade becomes available.
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