Checking baggage at Heathrow on BA

I have a connecting flight from Heathrow but I arrive on a non-affiliated flight 10 hours earlier. I know I can check-in for my BA flight well before it actually departs but when I can drop off my baggage? Ideally, I'd like to drop-off my baggage for the BA flight then just go relax in the lounge before my flight. The other option is to sit and wait in Terminal 5 for 6 hours with my suitcase....I don't like that choice much! I checked the BA site and they have lots of info on what I can take and how much and the size, etc but I found nothing on when I can actually drop-off my bag.

Thanks.

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Best Answer

You can find the information for Heathrow Terminal 5 here.

It's either three hours before the flight, or anytime after 5AM depending on which class you are flying.

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How long before flight can you check bags British Airways?

You can check in at British Airways' airport desk from 24 hours to 60 minutes before departure for long-haul flights, and up to 45 minutes before departure for short-haul flights.

How early can I check my bags Heathrow?

\u201cTo save time and avoid long queues, you can check in your bag the day before you fly from 16:00 - 21:00 at London Heathrow T5. \u201cYou can also check-in hand baggage free of charge.\u201d

What time does BA bag drop open at Heathrow?

According to a BA webpage, the bag drop desks at T3 at LHR open at 05:00.

Can I drop my bags off early at the airport British Airways?

British Airways has standardised its check-in and bag drop closure times at airports across its network. UK domestic and short haul customers are asked to check in and drop their bags is up to 45 minutes before departure. Long haul customers are asked to check in and drop their bags is up to one hour before departure.

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