British Airways Flight BA242 Deals & Information (2025/2026)

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British Airways Flight 242 Route Deals From $417

The cheapest prices found with in the last 7 days for return flights were $944 and $417 for one-way flights to Heathrow for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Sun, Feb 15 - Tue, Feb 24
MEX
Mexico City Intl.
LHR
Heathrow
$944 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$944
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Sun, Feb 15 from Mexico City Intl. to Heathrow, returning Tue, Feb 24, priced at $944 found 2 days ago
Tue, Jan 13 - Tue, Jan 20
MEX
Mexico City Intl.
LHR
Heathrow
$946 Roundtrip, found 12 hours ago
$946
Roundtrip
found 12 hours ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Tue, Jan 13 from Mexico City Intl. to Heathrow, returning Tue, Jan 20, priced at $946 found 12 hours ago
Sun, Feb 15 - Tue, Feb 24
MEX
Mexico City Intl.
LHR
Heathrow
$948 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$948
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Sun, Feb 15 from Mexico City Intl. to Heathrow, returning Tue, Feb 24, priced at $948 found 2 days ago
Wed, Nov 12 - Sat, Nov 22
MEX
Mexico City Intl.
LHR
Heathrow
$969 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$969
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Wed, Nov 12 from Mexico City Intl. to Heathrow, returning Sat, Nov 22, priced at $969 found 1 day ago

Frequently asked questions

What route does flight number BA242 take?
BA242 takes about 10 hours and 30 minutes to jet straight from Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX) to LHR. Sure, there's magic in the destination, but half the fun is in the journey!
How often is BA242 on time?
Passengers travelling on British Airways flight number BA242 should be mindful that 75% of these planes leave on time. If you experience a delay, the typical wait is around 25 minutes. This service has a 1.7-star rating.
What terminal does BA242 fly out of?
You'll likely be stepping aboard the plane at Terminal 1 if you're booked on BA242 direct from Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX) to London Airport (LHR-Heathrow).
What kind of plane is on flight number BA242?
There's a good chance you'll be cruising aboard a Boeing 787-9 if you're on flight BA242. This flight typically departs from Benito Juárez Intl. Airport and touches down at Heathrow Airport.
If I am not able to travel due to COVID-19, can I change my flight to a later date?
For more info about changing your BA242 flight with Travelocity, please visit our Customer Service Portal.