Resurrecting an old thread to see if opinions have changed...
We have a choice between JFK-DOH-CAI on QR J (A350) or JFK-AUH-CAI on EY J (A380). (Our return is on EY F.)
From what I can tell, QR's J has a better seat, better food and a better (?) transit lounge (Safwa). EY has a complimentary ground transfer to the airport, a (much) better lounge at JFK, and a better onboard lounge. My inclination is to go with QR for three reasons: (a) sake of variety/comparison to EY; (b) opportunity for a quick Doha excursion during a long layover; and (c) better seat for sleeping.
Do people with knowledge of both agree, particularly with respect to (c)? If sleeping was better on EY I might consider it...
Thanks!