75S Delta One vs A350 Domestic First
Aug 9, 2021, 8:36 am
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75S Delta One vs A350 Domestic First
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I have an upcoming trip from ATL-RDM on 9/23 that I am using as a first class quasi-mileage run. Currently I am going ATL-JFK-SEA-RDM with ATL-JFK f/c on the 767-300 and JFK-SEA being Delta One on a 75S. Alternatively, I noticed I could go ATL-SLC-RDM with the ATL-SLC leg being on the A350. I know D1 pales in comparison to what it was pre-pandemic, but is it still worth it over domestic f/c? Specifically D1 on a 75S vs domestic f/c on an A350?
I would add a few more segements to make the mileage run equal if I went with the ATL-SLC-RDM routing, for what its worth.
Thanks!
Long time lurker, first time posting
I have an upcoming trip from ATL-RDM on 9/23 that I am using as a first class quasi-mileage run. Currently I am going ATL-JFK-SEA-RDM with ATL-JFK f/c on the 767-300 and JFK-SEA being Delta One on a 75S. Alternatively, I noticed I could go ATL-SLC-RDM with the ATL-SLC leg being on the A350. I know D1 pales in comparison to what it was pre-pandemic, but is it still worth it over domestic f/c? Specifically D1 on a 75S vs domestic f/c on an A350?
I would add a few more segements to make the mileage run equal if I went with the ATL-SLC-RDM routing, for what its worth.
Thanks!
Aug 9, 2021, 8:41 am
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The A350 will be, by far, the best cabin. The biggest difference is that every passenger has direct aisle access, while the 757 is the only D1 cabin that does not offer this.
Personally, I would choose hard product over soft product, and pack a decent travel pillow and some fresh snacks you like.
Personally, I would choose hard product over soft product, and pack a decent travel pillow and some fresh snacks you like.
Aug 9, 2021, 8:59 am
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Good Morning-
Long time lurker, first time posting
I have an upcoming trip from ATL-RDM on 9/23 that I am using as a first class quasi-mileage run. Currently I am going ATL-JFK-SEA-RDM with ATL-JFK f/c on the 767-300 and JFK-SEA being Delta One on a 75S. Alternatively, I noticed I could go ATL-SLC-RDM with the ATL-SLC leg being on the A350. I know D1 pales in comparison to what it was pre-pandemic, but is it still worth it over domestic f/c? Specifically D1 on a 75S vs domestic f/c on an A350?
I would add a few more segements to make the mileage run equal if I went with the ATL-SLC-RDM routing, for what its worth.
Thanks!
Long time lurker, first time posting
I have an upcoming trip from ATL-RDM on 9/23 that I am using as a first class quasi-mileage run. Currently I am going ATL-JFK-SEA-RDM with ATL-JFK f/c on the 767-300 and JFK-SEA being Delta One on a 75S. Alternatively, I noticed I could go ATL-SLC-RDM with the ATL-SLC leg being on the A350. I know D1 pales in comparison to what it was pre-pandemic, but is it still worth it over domestic f/c? Specifically D1 on a 75S vs domestic f/c on an A350?
I would add a few more segements to make the mileage run equal if I went with the ATL-SLC-RDM routing, for what its worth.
Thanks!
I guess I'd also consider what you would be in the other legs of the trip. The A350 for sure has the better seat, but ATL-SLC is 3 hr 45 min or so while JFK-SEA is 6 hr 18 min so the question becomes for what is likely the long-haul flight of your MR, would you rather be in a lie-flat for less than 4 hours or more than 6 hours?
Aug 9, 2021, 9:17 am
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Are you flying by yourself or with a companion?
75S you are sharing the row with someone (2-2 seating) whereas with A359 you have all-aisle access and have the row to yourself if against the window and a big barrier/wall between you if in the center.
In the current COVID climate, I'm always inclined to take the more isolated A359 seat if flying solo for the added spacing
75S you are sharing the row with someone (2-2 seating) whereas with A359 you have all-aisle access and have the row to yourself if against the window and a big barrier/wall between you if in the center.
In the current COVID climate, I'm always inclined to take the more isolated A359 seat if flying solo for the added spacing
Aug 9, 2021, 9:18 am
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Depends on what you value. Being booked in D1 will give you SkyClub access while being in domestic F will not come with SC access. If you have a Credit Card that grants SC access this is a non-issue, though JFK and SEA both have nice SkyClubs (though I can't speak for what's being offered at either SC right now), though SLC's new SC is pretty nice too.
I guess I'd also consider what you would be in the other legs of the trip. The A350 for sure has the better seat, but ATL-SLC is 3 hr 45 min or so while JFK-SEA is 6 hr 18 min so the question becomes for what is likely the long-haul flight of your MR, would you rather be in a lie-flat for less than 4 hours or more than 6 hours?
I guess I'd also consider what you would be in the other legs of the trip. The A350 for sure has the better seat, but ATL-SLC is 3 hr 45 min or so while JFK-SEA is 6 hr 18 min so the question becomes for what is likely the long-haul flight of your MR, would you rather be in a lie-flat for less than 4 hours or more than 6 hours?
Aug 9, 2021, 9:22 am
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Are you flying by yourself or with a companion?
75S you are sharing the row with someone (2-2 seating) whereas with A359 you have all-aisle access and have the row to yourself if against the window and a big barrier/wall between you if in the center.
In the current COVID climate, I'm always inclined to take the more isolated A359 seat if flying solo for the added spacing
75S you are sharing the row with someone (2-2 seating) whereas with A359 you have all-aisle access and have the row to yourself if against the window and a big barrier/wall between you if in the center.
In the current COVID climate, I'm always inclined to take the more isolated A359 seat if flying solo for the added spacing
Aug 9, 2021, 9:31 am
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As a mileage run, I'd definitely do ATL-JFK-SEA-RDM over ATL-SLC-RDM.
Lie-flats (even if it's 767 for a portion) most of the way plus D1 on the longer segment sounds better than 4 hours on an A350 with a snack box to me. Plus that's going to yield more miles. If the cost difference is negligible, I'd definitely do the longer routing.
Lie-flats (even if it's 767 for a portion) most of the way plus D1 on the longer segment sounds better than 4 hours on an A350 with a snack box to me. Plus that's going to yield more miles. If the cost difference is negligible, I'd definitely do the longer routing.
Aug 9, 2021, 9:55 am
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Aug 9, 2021, 10:39 am
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Someone doing a MR would undoubtedly take the longest routing they could find, especially with D1 bedding and a hot meal on D1 routes. I'd also be concerned about that A350 being swapped out, since I doubt late September schedules are set in stone.
Aug 9, 2021, 10:41 am
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One more thought: Do you really need the mileage run? Given Covid as well as how easy it is to currently earn miles through credit card spend, I don't think I'd be eager to take three flights vs two. Personally, I would go the most direct route, though I was never one to go out of my way for miles, at least through flying, I just don't want to be on planes that much.
Aug 9, 2021, 10:41 am
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Thanks. I would be adding segments to make sure the mileage is equal no matter the routing I take. Equipment swap is a concern of mine as well.
Aug 9, 2021, 10:48 am
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Is the JFK option the same price (would kind of doubt it) or at least decent cpm? If miles are your goal, it's more miles, most of them in lie-flats.
If earning isn't your specific goal, I would take the 350 since it's both a much nicer hard product and also a much faster itinerary.
If earning isn't your specific goal, I would take the 350 since it's both a much nicer hard product and also a much faster itinerary.