Delta One 777 vs Korean Air A380 for solo traveler
#1
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Delta One 777 vs Korean Air A380 for solo traveler
Which would you choose? I have the chance to switch from D1 on a 777 to an Korean Air A380 in biz ICN-JFK.
I've flown the 380 with someone else in J, which was great, but I'm concerned about the 2-2-2 seating as a solo traveler.
Thoughts for a lazy Sunday?
I've flown the 380 with someone else in J, which was great, but I'm concerned about the 2-2-2 seating as a solo traveler.
Thoughts for a lazy Sunday?
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IIRC MSPeconomist does not like that the KE seats come a few inches short of full recline. While this is true, it's never kept me from sleeping. Heck, I use a pillow anyway for a little recline. The very slight slope up is kinda like that to me. If the slight recline bothers you, take D1.
#8
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I vote for the 777 (and have flown both every times TPAC).
It is not just the egress issue with the window pairs, but also less privacy. And my last two flights I was relocated out of my middle seat into the side aisle (and not a seat assignment glitch, they elected to prefer some other customer over me).
As a couple though I would vote for the 380.
It is not just the egress issue with the window pairs, but also less privacy. And my last two flights I was relocated out of my middle seat into the side aisle (and not a seat assignment glitch, they elected to prefer some other customer over me).
As a couple though I would vote for the 380.
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I vote for the 777 (and have flown both every times TPAC).
It is not just the egress issue with the window pairs, but also less privacy. And my last two flights I was relocated out of my middle seat into the side aisle (and not a seat assignment glitch, they elected to prefer some other customer over me).
As a couple though I would vote for the 380.
It is not just the egress issue with the window pairs, but also less privacy. And my last two flights I was relocated out of my middle seat into the side aisle (and not a seat assignment glitch, they elected to prefer some other customer over me).
As a couple though I would vote for the 380.
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#11
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Still deciding...
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#13
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Assuming the A380 isn't using the ancient old seats, the window seats are extremely private and you don't need to step over anyone to get out. If you're planning on sleeping I'd take that (unless you're taller than 6'2", in which case it's too short to sleep comfortably). If you're going to be awake the whole time, I'd definitely do the KE flight assuming a window seat is available.
Just be aware that KE tends to keep the cabin at a temperature that many find uncomfortably warm, so you may want to bring a USB powered fan.
Just be aware that KE tends to keep the cabin at a temperature that many find uncomfortably warm, so you may want to bring a USB powered fan.
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The next to last time that I flew upstairs on the KE 380, I was the only one in the back section for a flight attendant to passenger ratio of 2 to 1. Needless to say, the service was extraordinary :-)
On the more recent flight, they were considerably more passengers, but I would still vote for KE. On the other hand, the D1 flight can be delightful as well. This is one of those were not sure you can go wrong with either decision