Nov 17, 2012, 3:07 pm
Last edit by: Zol
Originally Posted by Randy Petersen
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The Newbie Lounge is a place where you can get answers to your questions about Emirates and the Skywards program. No question is too stupid, nothing is taken for granted, and anything about Emirates you were afraid to ask elsewhere, or weren't sure where to ask, you can ask here.
We realize that FlyerTalk is a huge place. Until you learn your way around, feel free to post here without fear of retribution or reprimands for not using search. Our volunteer Moderators will be monitoring the lounge to assist you in finding your answers but I think you'll find that all members of FlyerTalk are here to assist you with answers and advice.
We're all glad you are here.
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Feb 25, 2013, 8:52 pm
#1561
Join Date: Aug 2012
Location: MAN DXB ✈️
Programs: Skywards Gold
Posts: 6,831
I am considering a US West Coast to Seychelles (SEZ) for a honeymoon and would like to Fly Emirates F.
What city should I depart from?
If I understood the equipment lists correctly:
Seattle is: 777-200LR
San Francisco is: 777-300ER
Los Angeles is: 777-300ER
and DXB-SEZ is: A340-500
I would be looking to fly in the nicest suite. Do I need to be on an A380 to do so?
What city should I depart from?
If I understood the equipment lists correctly:
Seattle is: 777-200LR
San Francisco is: 777-300ER
Los Angeles is: 777-300ER
and DXB-SEZ is: A340-500
I would be looking to fly in the nicest suite. Do I need to be on an A380 to do so?
All of the above wil have suites. Only difference really is the lack of shower/spa. I've only flown suites on a 772 LR but I can't imagine it's noticeably different.
You will have a great time. Only thing for me is that even with the divider down in 1e and f or 2e and f you do feel far from your partner! It's not sitting in close proximity....not always a bad thing
Feb 25, 2013, 8:58 pm
#1562
Join Date: Mar 2006
Location: (SJC)
Posts: 2,198
M3Red, thanks.
I did see in some blogs, LAX/SFO will have the a380 soon?
Is there an actual time frame with that, because if so I would be happy to delay my flight for a "shower"
I did see in some blogs, LAX/SFO will have the a380 soon?
Is there an actual time frame with that, because if so I would be happy to delay my flight for a "shower"
Feb 26, 2013, 6:43 am
#1563
Join Date: Oct 2006
Location: London
Programs: Many. Too many. I came here to cut them down. I failed.
Posts: 2,999
I'm not a newbie, but this is perhaps a newbie question. It's a while since I flew anything but EK Y.
But i'm heading out to Asia - and looking at EK's early morning flight to KUL (EK 344) where I can connect onwards. It's on the 3 class 332.
It might be in Business. It might be Economy. Is J on these planes as bad as I fear? And if I am in Y, I presume it will be the quieter of the 4 daily flights as on oldest equipment? But with least amount of seatpitch according to SeatGuru (i'm 6ft6!!).
I have an alternative via Singapore on 777 - but I try and avoid possibility of 10 across (also presume SIN is more Premium Heavy?) - the later A380 flight will miss my onward connection.
But i'm heading out to Asia - and looking at EK's early morning flight to KUL (EK 344) where I can connect onwards. It's on the 3 class 332.
It might be in Business. It might be Economy. Is J on these planes as bad as I fear? And if I am in Y, I presume it will be the quieter of the 4 daily flights as on oldest equipment? But with least amount of seatpitch according to SeatGuru (i'm 6ft6!!).
I have an alternative via Singapore on 777 - but I try and avoid possibility of 10 across (also presume SIN is more Premium Heavy?) - the later A380 flight will miss my onward connection.
Feb 26, 2013, 10:59 pm
#1564
Join Date: May 2010
Location: BOM
Programs: EK Plat, HHonors Gold
Posts: 2,883
I would say that for a person 6'6" tall, the 332 will definitely be very cramped in Y and maybe even on the 777. The J on the 332 has decent legroom but not much more seat width than a Y seat. The J on the 777 would be the best option if you can get it.
Feb 27, 2013, 8:48 am
#1565
Join Date: Jul 2004
Location: SEA town
Programs: Alaska LTG, HHonors-Gld, IHG-Dia, LT MR Ti
Posts: 627
Okay total newbie question here about chauffeur service.
In May I am flying from SEA-DXB-MLE on Emirates in F on award ticket (Alaska).
Here's my flights
Outbound- SEA-SFO-DXB-MLE (there wasn't Z space avail on SEA-DXB direct, so we're going thru SFO)
Inbound- MLE-DXB-SEA
Two questions
1. Do award booking qualify for chauffeur service?
2. If they do, am I eligible for chauffeur service on by outbound flight, even though my first segment is to SFO on AS?
In May I am flying from SEA-DXB-MLE on Emirates in F on award ticket (Alaska).
Here's my flights
Outbound- SEA-SFO-DXB-MLE (there wasn't Z space avail on SEA-DXB direct, so we're going thru SFO)
Inbound- MLE-DXB-SEA
Two questions
1. Do award booking qualify for chauffeur service?
2. If they do, am I eligible for chauffeur service on by outbound flight, even though my first segment is to SFO on AS?
Feb 27, 2013, 10:07 am
#1566
Join Date: Feb 2011
Location: 09/27
Programs: BA, TK, EK
Posts: 767
Award bookings made through EK qualify, I would strongly assume that you are also eligible.
However, EK are hardly going to pay for a car to take you to another airline's flight! I see your logic, they would have provided one in SFO, but you don't need it, and SEA is also served by EK hence they have a contract with a car company there... If you manage to get it, I will be very impressed.
However, EK are hardly going to pay for a car to take you to another airline's flight! I see your logic, they would have provided one in SFO, but you don't need it, and SEA is also served by EK hence they have a contract with a car company there... If you manage to get it, I will be very impressed.
Feb 27, 2013, 11:19 am
#1567
Join Date: Jul 2004
Location: SEA town
Programs: Alaska LTG, HHonors-Gld, IHG-Dia, LT MR Ti
Posts: 627
Award bookings made through EK qualify, I would strongly assume that you are also eligible.
However, EK are hardly going to pay for a car to take you to another airline's flight! I see your logic, they would have provided one in SFO, but you don't need it, and SEA is also served by EK hence they have a contract with a car company there... If you manage to get it, I will be very impressed.
However, EK are hardly going to pay for a car to take you to another airline's flight! I see your logic, they would have provided one in SFO, but you don't need it, and SEA is also served by EK hence they have a contract with a car company there... If you manage to get it, I will be very impressed.
Should I call EK and ask?
Just trying to 'take in' this entire EK experience, because I don't know when it might happen again. It will be the highlight of 2013 travels, that's for sure.
Feb 27, 2013, 12:51 pm
#1568
Join Date: Oct 2011
Posts: 62
hi all, most of emirates current offers are book by 28th Feb, I'm looking to fly in Sept - Oct, when will Emirates release special fares for this period? Is it likely to be soon after the 28th Feb? Just wondered whether it's worth waiting, as the fuel surcharge has already bumped up the prices.
Thanks
Thanks
Feb 27, 2013, 1:09 pm
#1569
Join Date: Feb 2011
Location: 09/27
Programs: BA, TK, EK
Posts: 767
Unless you have a stopover in DXB, then you won't be able to use it on the outbound. However, on the principle of 'those who don't ask don't get' I'd probably chance asking at an airport ticket desk or regional sales office (these locations usually have people who can get things done more easily than call centre agents) while booking the return transfer, which you are entitled to.
They'll more than likely say no, and I'd let that be the end of the matter.
EK F is very good, and a memorable experience if you haven't been on it before.
They'll more than likely say no, and I'd let that be the end of the matter.
EK F is very good, and a memorable experience if you haven't been on it before.
Feb 28, 2013, 11:38 pm
#1570
Join Date: Aug 2012
Location: MAN DXB ✈️
Programs: Skywards Gold
Posts: 6,831
I m flying to South Africa in the summer, I will be ek gold by this point.
If I take a y class flight j'burg to cpt with South African airways will I be able to use their lounge as a partner airline? I know I can get skywards points but if I can use the lounge and business check in I won't bother with paying for j for a 2 hour flight.
Thanks in advance
M3
If I take a y class flight j'burg to cpt with South African airways will I be able to use their lounge as a partner airline? I know I can get skywards points but if I can use the lounge and business check in I won't bother with paying for j for a 2 hour flight.
Thanks in advance
M3
Mar 1, 2013, 5:13 am
#1571
Join Date: Oct 2012
Programs: EK, Shebamiles, BAEC
Posts: 35
I don't think you can use the SAA lounge (I'm gold and fly SAA all the time, and my EK status hasn't helped me at all).
Though perhaps if you book the SAA JNB-CPT flight with the EK Code Share? Even then I'm very skeptical.
Re lounge access, there are lounges at JNB that will allow you to pay per use ...
Though perhaps if you book the SAA JNB-CPT flight with the EK Code Share? Even then I'm very skeptical.
Re lounge access, there are lounges at JNB that will allow you to pay per use ...
Mar 2, 2013, 6:06 pm
#1572
Join Date: Apr 2011
Programs: Qantas FF Bronze
Posts: 50
I live in NZ and fly QF most years AKL-GLA for a month in the UK summer July/August. I tend to get an "Earlybird" fare which is booked and paid about November/December.
Now looking to fly EK. Is there any particular time of year when EK promotes special fares for early booking? Thanks
Now looking to fly EK. Is there any particular time of year when EK promotes special fares for early booking? Thanks
Mar 3, 2013, 5:05 am
#1573
Join Date: Jan 2010
Posts: 9,310
I don't think EK has the equivalent of an "Earlybird" fare. On your local website they will usually have a "Special Fares" section which is currently showing AKL-GLA return from $2,789 NZ in Y, but this is only for departures until the end off March. This will probably roll over to cover the next few months at the expiry of the current offer.
For UK in July/August you might struggle to get a bargain if you leave it late due to school holiday premiums.
There are usually sales in late December/early January and again in June (there may be others but these ring a bell with me).
For UK in July/August you might struggle to get a bargain if you leave it late due to school holiday premiums.
There are usually sales in late December/early January and again in June (there may be others but these ring a bell with me).
Mar 3, 2013, 10:33 am
#1574
Join Date: Apr 2011
Programs: Qantas FF Bronze
Posts: 50
Cheers ft101 - appreciate your help.
Mar 4, 2013, 11:11 am
#1575
Join Date: Jul 2012
Posts: 58
I will be flying DXB- AKL on EK406 on 28th March. I used miles to upgrade to J. Having checked Expertflyer it seems that J is completely sold out, so hoping for a chance of an upgrade. I am gold and will be flying with my wife who is Blue but we are on separate PNRs. I know there is no set rule on upgrades, but do you think we'd stand a better chance if joined the PNRs together, or keep them separate, get to the airport early and hope for at least 1 upgrade.
Either way if we stay J it will be fine, it's my wife's first time flying long haul J and she is very excited already.
Either way if we stay J it will be fine, it's my wife's first time flying long haul J and she is very excited already.