📈 Heathrow Expands as oneworld’s Largest Global Hub with 14 Member Airlines

The oneworld Alliance has strengthened its presence at London Heathrow (LHR) to 14 member airlines, including SriLankan Airlines, following Alaska Airlines' new Seattle service launch on 22 May 2026. This solidifies LHR as the alliance's most served global hub, surpassing hubs like Doha and JFK which host 11 members. Key Hub Data & Connectivity: • Weekly Departures: Nearly 2,800 direct weekly flights connecting LHR to over 160 destinations in 60+ countries, offering 160,000+ premium seats weekly. • Passenger Volume: 29 million oneworld customers flew via LHR last year, with nearly 30% connecting between member airlines. • Global Transit: London is featured in 71% of all Round the World multi-stop itineraries booked on oneworld.com this year. Strategic Impact for Sri Lanka: • Aviation & Tourism: As a key member operating from Terminal 3, SriLankan Airlines benefits from LHR’s extensive network, enhancing bilateral connectivity for business travel and tourism. This supports seamless onward transfers for Sri Lankan passengers across Europe and the Americas through shared premium facilities, including 13 member lounges.