Originally Posted by
EuropeanPete
Travelling in J is by definition an unnecessary frivolous expense, and so given that I would definitely pay what I'm guessing is 10-20% difference to fly CX over BA. I do know the Europe - BKK route quite well and I've never seen CX to be even slightly competitive, so I am a bit surprised. I normally end up on QR or a cheaper (worse) option, but if CX would ever have me I would consider it (despite the detour - I'd probably see if I could spend some time in HKG).
CX offer very competitive rates out of AMS. There have been a few other gems in the past like OSL-SYD or AKL around the £2K mark, and MAD-SIN recently at £1400.