The pair are understood to be baggage handlers although their airport of work has not been disclosed.
BA said in a statement: “Public Health England (PHE) has confirmed that two members of our staff have tested positive for the Covid-19 virus. The colleagues have been isolated and are recovering at home.”
The number of coronavirus cases in the UK has now reached 163 – a rise of 48 since Thursday – with more than 20,000 people tested.