Flying J to HKG: BR or AC?
May 5, 2015, 1:20 pm
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Flying J to HKG: BR or AC?
Hi All,
I am heading to HKG on business near the end of August for 2 weeks. I will be flying J class. Non-stop isn't essential, so I'm looking at either AC (through YVR) or BR (through TPE). Does the BR business class product have lie-flat beds? Their website isn't clear as to what the seats are like in J for them.
I've flown the 77H "Suite" config, and while it's not as comfortable as the classic pods, I had no real issues sleeping or getting comfortable. Just wondering what the seasoned FT vets here would suggest
Thanks!
Cale
I am heading to HKG on business near the end of August for 2 weeks. I will be flying J class. Non-stop isn't essential, so I'm looking at either AC (through YVR) or BR (through TPE). Does the BR business class product have lie-flat beds? Their website isn't clear as to what the seats are like in J for them.
I've flown the 77H "Suite" config, and while it's not as comfortable as the classic pods, I had no real issues sleeping or getting comfortable. Just wondering what the seasoned FT vets here would suggest
Thanks!
Cale
May 5, 2015, 1:28 pm
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This is not even close.
Just note that HKG-TPE will not have flat beds for that hour long flight.
This should shed some light on the route, as you see, it makes Air Canada look rather pathetic.
http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/23126844-post4.html
http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/23128491-post6.html
Just note that HKG-TPE will not have flat beds for that hour long flight.
This should shed some light on the route, as you see, it makes Air Canada look rather pathetic.
http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/23126844-post4.html
http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/23128491-post6.html
May 5, 2015, 1:31 pm
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Hi All,
I am heading to HKG on business near the end of August for 2 weeks. I will be flying J class. Non-stop isn't essential, so I'm looking at either AC (through YVR) or BR (through TPE). Does the BR business class product have lie-flat beds? Their website isn't clear as to what the seats are like in J for them.
I've flown the 77H "Suite" config, and while it's not as comfortable as the classic pods, I had no real issues sleeping or getting comfortable. Just wondering what the seasoned FT vets here would suggest
Thanks!
Cale
I am heading to HKG on business near the end of August for 2 weeks. I will be flying J class. Non-stop isn't essential, so I'm looking at either AC (through YVR) or BR (through TPE). Does the BR business class product have lie-flat beds? Their website isn't clear as to what the seats are like in J for them.
I've flown the 77H "Suite" config, and while it's not as comfortable as the classic pods, I had no real issues sleeping or getting comfortable. Just wondering what the seasoned FT vets here would suggest
Thanks!
Cale
Fly BR. Best decision you'll ever make. While I was referring to a few other things, here's my review about the differences:
http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/23913489-post1.html
May 5, 2015, 1:54 pm
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Already reached my AC-metal min requirement, so that isn't an issue. I know the flight will take longer, but 12-13 hours is the longest I can deal with for one single flight. The connection actually gives me a chance to stretch my legs.
Glad to see that it's a lie-flat bed between YYZ-TPE. With regards to lounges in HKG, am I still allowed to use the TG or UA lounge as a Star Gold member?
Glad to see that it's a lie-flat bed between YYZ-TPE. With regards to lounges in HKG, am I still allowed to use the TG or UA lounge as a Star Gold member?
May 5, 2015, 1:56 pm
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May 5, 2015, 2:00 pm
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You will find BR's lowest business fare about 10% cheaper than AC.
If your schedule permits, on your return, take a morning HKG-TPE flight and you get a free half day afternoon tour of TPE.
http://go2taiwan.net/free_half_day_tour.php
Good personal experience with this airline. BR's pod is newer and superior in design to AC's ageing pod that first entered service circa 2006. Yes, BR's pod is lie-flat.
If your schedule permits, on your return, take a morning HKG-TPE flight and you get a free half day afternoon tour of TPE.
http://go2taiwan.net/free_half_day_tour.php
Good personal experience with this airline. BR's pod is newer and superior in design to AC's ageing pod that first entered service circa 2006. Yes, BR's pod is lie-flat.
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May 5, 2015, 2:13 pm
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May 5, 2015, 2:15 pm
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Have been to Taipei before with my wife (she lived there for two years, teaching English). Not sure how much time I will stay over for, but it's tempting. We rented scooters last time we were there...that would be fun to do again =)
May 5, 2015, 2:26 pm
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Paid J (company is willing to pay for up to PY, and I'm paying the difference to fly J). Worth it to me so I'm well-rested. I only need another 15K miles to requalify for 50K, so even if I fly PY, I'm still good for next year...unless there are changes a-comin' from AC
May 5, 2015, 2:32 pm
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I believe Krug is gone now (BR) based on what others have reported. Unlike what others have suggested, if you are flying paid J, I would suggest you go with NH, then use miles to do *A mileage upgrade on the return to NH F. NH C is fairly comparable to BR C especially now that BR no longer serves Krug. You will have to connect in ORD but since you said you don't mind connection and NH F will blow any of these business class products out of solar system and would only be possible if you are flying paid business class ticket.
May 5, 2015, 2:39 pm
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I believe Krug is gone now (BR) based on what others have reported. Unlike what others have suggested, if you are flying paid J, I would suggest you go with NH, then use miles to do *A mileage upgrade on the return to NH F. NH C is fairly comparable to BR C especially now that BR no longer serves Krug. You will have to connect in ORD but since you said you don't mind connection and NH F will blow any of these business class products out of solar system and would only be possible if you are flying paid business class ticket.
When you mention *A upgrade, are you talking about using miles to upgrade to F, or will they comp me?
May 5, 2015, 2:52 pm
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Not sure why you mention the YVR stop.
If flying from YYZ, then yes, I would prefer BR to AC.
If flying via YVR, BR does not offer lie-flat, only slopey seats.
It would be a tough decision between the AC slaveship YVR-HKG which offers lie flat,
but very cramped, or BR with slopeies, but better soft product.
If flying from YYZ, then yes, I would prefer BR to AC.
If flying via YVR, BR does not offer lie-flat, only slopey seats.
It would be a tough decision between the AC slaveship YVR-HKG which offers lie flat,
but very cramped, or BR with slopeies, but better soft product.