Moderator: Asiana & Qantas Frequent Flyer
Join Date: Dec 2006
Location: STR/SYD/SMF
Programs: QF LTG / P1 , LH LT SEN / HON, OZ LT Diamond +, Marriott LT PT, HH Diamond,
Posts: 15,157
The difference is simple: NZ is a great airline with fantastic seats (they use the Virgin Atlantic seats) and good service. UA C on this route is not much better than having an exit row on NZ Y.
Having said this, one service is direct and the other one is not. Your choice.