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Flight Reviews
If this is first class, I’d rather fly business
This international airline’s first class has great food and service but is it really that much better than its excellent business class offering? Here is our verdict.
Here’s another reason travellers should consider flying via Hong Kong
This revamped airport facility is part of a $19bn investment being poured into aircraft, cabins and lounges.
No water? This flight from Bali is inhumane
This budget airline is a popular choice for holidaymakers heading to the Indonesian island, but passengers should know what they’re letting themselves in for.
What it’s like on the first Virgin-Qatar international flight
This historic flight could change how we travel to Europe – and Qantas should be extremely worried.
Why Qantas could learn a lot from our Kiwi neighbours
Air New Zealand’s premium airport lounge in Sydney impresses with its range of facilities and views stretching all the way to Botany Bay.
Flying Qantas business? Why the choice of aircraft matters
The national carrier offers the premium cabin on three different types of planes. Although the seats are identical, the experience is miles apart. We compare the A380 with the B787 and rivals such as Qatar and Emirates.
‘This flight has changed my life. I will never fly economy again’
This international airline’s premium economy is not only a ‘giant leap’ up from economy but also gives business class a run for its money.
‘The service on board feels like a comforting hug’
This international airline has new routes from Australia and links to the US, Hong Kong, Singapore and Japan. We test it out.
‘There’s no way to sugar-coat it: 17 hours in economy is hard’
There is no wi-fi, the blanket is as ‘snuggly as a cactus’ and there are only two proper meals. But at $1323, should you expect any more?
The business class cabin that feels as though you’re in first class
This international airline’s business class has taken out all the top awards for a few years now. But is it worth $7.8k for a 13-hour flight? We find out.
Next-generation: This new business class could change how Australians fly to Europe
Part of a $21b upgrade of this international airline’s fleet, this new suite has a sliding door, a 60cm television and an on-screen map showing when toilets are free.
‘The service on board is the best I have experienced in the air’
On this international airline, flight attendants go out of their way to get everything you need. The meals almost look like art and there are cardigans as well as pyjamas.
This airline’s new business class can’t come soon enough
The service is great and the food tasty, but this premier cabin is vastly inferior to other offerings in the same class. The good news is, it’s all about to change.
‘Two lumps of salty dough studded with corn kernels and something green’
How does this pass as breakfast on a 7am domestic flight from one of Australia’s major airlines?
‘It’s incredibly comfortable and I had my best sleep on a plane’
This international carrier’s business class offering was once dubbed “coffin class” by frequent flyers. But its revamped suites offer a few nice surprises.
What it’s like to fly business class on Garuda
With an inflight chef and 40kg baggage allowance, this airline presents an attractive alternative to budget carriers.
‘The cabin service rivals the Gulf carriers’
It may take a few hours longer to get to Europe on this international carrier but the food, cabin service and efficient stopover is worth it. And there is a dessert trolley.
‘The calmest haven in all of hectic Heathrow’
Is there a better way to prepare for a long-haul flight to Australia than sipping champagne or pulling up a seat at a dedicated martini bar? This airline lounge has it all.
‘The cabin is second only to Qatar business in terms of comfort’
Given how cheap it was to fly to London and the terrible website, I expected an awful experience but I was pleasantly surprised. This flight is a winner.
‘This budget airline saved me hundreds of dollars’
It’s cheap and cheerful, and lays claims to all manner of green strategies. But do you get a meal or a movie?
‘This really is flying at its best’
This airline has a reputation for being one of the world’s best. Does it live up to expectations?
Wait, you don’t get pyjamas on this $7000 night flight?
This international flight leaves at 10.20pm. Perfect for sleeping but you’ll have to slumber in your suit. Is that good enough when you are paying a motza for a seat?
‘Despite a broken seat and lengthy delay, it was worth it’
This international airline is known for it’s cheeky approach but is its business class any good? We test it out.
Will the Qatar-Virgin deal make airfares cheaper? What it means for travellers
The airline deal has come a step closer to being approved. Could this ultimately lead to a fall in prices for long-suffering consumers?
Is flying Emirates economy worth it?
The journey starts with passengers sitting on the tarmac for 90 minutes but does the food, seats and service make up for it? We find out.
How to survive one of the world’s most hated airports
LAX is despised for being crowded, impossible to navigate and generally loathsome but this just-opened lounge takes the pain away.
Joyful customer service takes this airline to the next level
This international carrier has what could be called the most business of business classes but the staff are unmatched.
The sneaky fee that’s crept into airfares
What used to occur only on discount airlines has now spread to premium international carriers and to all cabins – even business class. Here is how to navigate this added expense.
‘How I get hours of sleep in economy on every flight’
These tips for flying have even given me long stretches of shut-eye even in a middle seat. My long-haul flight prep routine might get some funny looks from other passengers but I wouldn’t know as I’m asleep and they’re not.
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