Domestic T5 arrival xfer T3. Can I visit CCR?
Apr 18, 2019, 1:06 am
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Domestic T5 arrival xfer T3. Can I visit CCR?
Arriving into T5 from NCL
4 hour layover
Onwards in F on BA from T3
Are we allowed to visit the CCR?
4 hour layover
Onwards in F on BA from T3
Are we allowed to visit the CCR?
Last edited by AleTrail; Apr 18, 2019 at 1:07 am Reason: avoiding FT pedants
Apr 18, 2019, 1:09 am
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No, but you can use the CX First Class lounge in T3 which is better than the CCR, in my opinion of course.
Apr 18, 2019, 3:28 am
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BA do say that the CCR is exclusive to LHR T5 & JFK T7: https://www.britishairways.com/en-gb...es/first/first
Apr 18, 2019, 3:38 am
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To expand a little on why I also believe the answer is "no", just to help the OP with understanding.
When you arrive at T5 from a domestic flight, obviously there is no immediate additional security check but you do still need to be processed through the flight connections route to get truly airside. If you present a T3 boarding pass and try to access T5 with it then you'll be refused - so physically any route to the CCR is effectively blocked.
The transfer to T3 also, I'm afraid, causes another security search because incoming international and domestic passengers mix during the bus transfer process.
When you arrive at T5 from a domestic flight, obviously there is no immediate additional security check but you do still need to be processed through the flight connections route to get truly airside. If you present a T3 boarding pass and try to access T5 with it then you'll be refused - so physically any route to the CCR is effectively blocked.
The transfer to T3 also, I'm afraid, causes another security search because incoming international and domestic passengers mix during the bus transfer process.
Apr 18, 2019, 3:59 am
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Note also that if you have only a few hours between flights, you may be given a direct car transfer to T3 on arrival from NCL, which would also sweep you well away from T5.
Apr 19, 2019, 5:46 am
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Apr 19, 2019, 12:47 pm
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Veiled? He started a whole thread to complain about it. Although the reality was a lack of research and preparation.
Apr 19, 2019, 1:36 pm
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The Cathay first lounge is much better than the CCR. The food is fabulous
BA will tell you to use their lounge in T3- dont
Lounge hopping is good- quantas is also probably better than CCR
The CCR room loos are disgusting (1960s secondary school- just missing the izal- modern schools have better toilets) .
The food is mediocre.
You cant get a spa appointment - even 28 days out- they shouldn't be allowed to advertise it when it consistently isn't available,
The only redeeming feature is the LPGS.
Cathay have- great food, lovely loos and a choice of good enough champagne and very decent wine and cocktails.
BA will tell you to use their lounge in T3- dont
Lounge hopping is good- quantas is also probably better than CCR
The CCR room loos are disgusting (1960s secondary school- just missing the izal- modern schools have better toilets) .
The food is mediocre.
You cant get a spa appointment - even 28 days out- they shouldn't be allowed to advertise it when it consistently isn't available,
The only redeeming feature is the LPGS.
Cathay have- great food, lovely loos and a choice of good enough champagne and very decent wine and cocktails.
Apr 19, 2019, 1:51 pm
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I consistently see this process being slated but it’s unfair to do so. It’s not a guarantee that everyone will get an appointment but they will try.
Regarding the original post, you can’t access T5 on this occasion but on your return (if you are) you can use the CCR. I transfer up to the regions so will regularly get to use the spa and CCR on both legs. Something I see as a peek over London passengers.
We all have different tastes so try the lounges and make up your own mind. Enjoy!
Apr 19, 2019, 2:01 pm
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Apr 19, 2019, 2:02 pm
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CX First lounge is excellent and the showers, food, service (most of the time) and views are better than CCR. If you can appreciate the difference between LPGS and Moet, then change your flight - otherwise relax in CX and have a wonderful trip!
Apr 19, 2019, 2:23 pm
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Actually they dont try. On my recent visit they had only 2 staff working in the elemis spa- I couldn't pre-book an appointment in the 6 hours slot I was in the CCR in advance or on the day.
The only slots on the day were being taken by special services- there was a massive row going on (not me) as I was 2nd in the queue as they opened and the 1st person didnt get an appointment either. When questioned they had just 2 staff working that morning!
When I raised the lack of appointment with BA I got the following reply I can see on your account you have travelled a lot in Club World and we are only able to pre-book treatments if you are travelling in First class - so I am not sure if this has also caused you disappointment.
I was flying in 1st. I have flown Club world exactly twice! They don't even try.
The only slots on the day were being taken by special services- there was a massive row going on (not me) as I was 2nd in the queue as they opened and the 1st person didnt get an appointment either. When questioned they had just 2 staff working that morning!
When I raised the lack of appointment with BA I got the following reply I can see on your account you have travelled a lot in Club World and we are only able to pre-book treatments if you are travelling in First class - so I am not sure if this has also caused you disappointment.
I was flying in 1st. I have flown Club world exactly twice! They don't even try.