🗓️ BA Peak & Off-Peak Calendar
Official British Airways award pricing periods - applies year-round
📌 Important Note
Always check this calendar before searching to confirm whether your travel dates fall in peak or off-peak periods. Select the appropriate option in Dream Trip, Suggestions, or Planner for accurate pricing.
Peak Periods (Higher Pricing)
☀️ Summer Peak
July 1 - August 31
Peak pricing applies to all summer travel regardless of year
🎄 Christmas & New Year
December 20 - January 5
Holiday period pricing (wraps across calendar year)
🐰 Easter Period
April 10 - April 20 (approximate)
Easter dates vary by year - check BA's official calendar
Off-Peak Periods (Lower Pricing)
✅ All Other Dates
September - November, January - March, May - June
Off-peak pricing applies outside the peak periods listed above
💡 How to Use This Calendar
Before each search:
- Check if your travel dates fall in a peak period above
- In Dream Trip: Select "Peak (Higher Cost)" or "Off-Peak (Lower Cost)" accordingly
- In Suggestions/Planner: The app will auto-detect based on your selected dates
Quick Reference: Peak Months
(Peak until Jan 5)
(Easter)
(Entire Month)
(Entire Month)
(Christmas)
⚠️ Pricing Impact
Peak vs Off-Peak difference: Peak pricing is typically 20-30% higher than off-peak. For example, LHR-SIN Business Class costs 87,500 Avios off-peak vs 105,000 Avios peak (per person, one-way).
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