About Iberia Lineas Aereas de Espana S.A.
Founded in 1927, Iberia Airlines is the flag carrier airline for Spain. Based at Madrid-Barajas Airport, it operates a network of international flights. It currently flies to 64 international and 26 domestic destinations.
Flights began on 28th June 1927, and in less than a year the Spanish government had commissioned the airline for its Madrid to Barcelona postal flights. Operating almost as a state-backed monopoly until 1946, Iberia Airlines became the first carrier to offer flights between Europe and South America after World War II.
It gradually expanded its fleet and services throughout the 1950s and 1960s. In 1953, regular flights began between Spain and the USA. During the 1970s, a growing number of transatlantic flights saw Iberia Airlines bring Boeing 747 and Douglas DC-10 jumbo jets into service.
It was announced in 2010 that Iberia Airlines and British Airways intended to merge, forming the International Airlines Group. Both airlines have retained their brand names.
| IATA Code | IB |
| Airline Hub | Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport |
| Fleet Size | 84 |
| Number of Destinations | 120 |
| Airline Punctuality | 9.22 out of 10’ rating |
| Alliance | Oneworld |
| Inflight Magazine | Ronda Iberia |
| Loyalty Program | Iberia Plus |
| Airline Website | www.iberia.com |
Further information
Check-in information
Passengers can use a mobile pass, check-in online, or at the airport check-in counter.
Online check-in:
You can book in advance at least 24 hours before the departure of your flight. Check-in for flights to/from the United States, United Kingdom, Cuba, El Salvador, Puerto Rico, Mexico, China, and Guatemala only opens 24 hours before the departure of your flight.
Airport Check-in:
Passengers are requested to get their boarding pass before their scheduled flight departure; 90 minutes in Lagos, San José, and 180 minutes in Caracas.
Food on board
All menus onboard undergo a rigorous preparation process to ensure seasonal foods do not lose their flavours. Passengers have the options of selecting from a sumptuous breakfast to dinner menu, an aperitif, and afternoon tea. You can request special food for at least 24 hours before your flight departure. Iberia offers passengers meals according to their class of service. On flights of over 4 and a half hours, breakfast, lunch, and/or dinner are served according to the time of the board.
Cabin classes
The Business Plus Class
Features a comfortable 200 cm long 180o reclining bed and compartments to hold personal items. The in-flight entertainment includes interactive games, 26 theme-based video channels, international cinema movies, and 15 audio channels.
Iberia offers passengers Business Plus, Premium Economy, Business Class, and Economy Class.
The Premium Economy
Offers a spacious seat that reclines more, a 12" individual screen, more entertainment channels. Passengers have access to Wi-Fi, priority boarding and disembarkation, and separate fast-lane access to check-in counters.
Business Class
Features spacious private space, individual seats with middle row separator, 15.4" personal touch screen, 200cm/78,7 inches flatbed, adjustable headrest, adjustable back and shoulder pillow with massage function, noise-cancelling headphones, and individual reading light.
Baggage information
Carry-on Allowance:
Carry-on luggage must be no larger than 56 cm x 40 cm x 25 cm. Passengers’ luggage must fit it under their seats in front. Passengers are allowed to turn on their portable music, PDA, PC and mobile phones (airplane mode) throughout the flights. The maximum weight in Economy is 10 Kilos and in Business 14 kilos, including handle, pocket compartments, and wheels dimensions.
Checked baggage:
Iberia allows a checked baggage allowance of 1 bag for Economy Optimal and Economy Flexible, 2 bags for Business, and 3 bags for Business Plus/Business Club. Passengers check bags must not exceed 50 pounds (23 kg) and max linear dimensions of 62 inches (158 cm).
For Infants and Children:
The airline allows children on a Child ticket (2-11 years) or an Infant ticket (under 2), travelling with an adult, to travel with the same baggage allowance as an adult passenger.
The airline allows one collapsible pushchair (stroller) per child. Babies less than 8 months old can use cots that weigh up to 11 kg on each Iberia aircraft on inter-continental flights.
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