ukdoctor

I absolutely hate the 380 in J. I've only been okay with it if I get a K seat (23K if possible) but I can't do that when I'm travelling with mrsukdoctor. The only choice is E and F which are not great.

The design is atrocious and I suspect that most of those who prefer the 380 in J are vertically challenged. I do not think anyone over 6' tall would be able to feel comfortable on the 380

I dont mind the seat width on the 380 ,I think its okay unless you are obese. It just feels that you are in a coffin with not much of personal space. No window options if you are travelling as a couple as well.

Though the service on the 380 in J is better than before its not great compared to the 777(too mechanical and slow as compared to the 777)

The marathon walk to the toilets in the rear ( especially of you are sitting in the forward section ) means that I never choose the 380 if possible.

The only advantage of the 380 in J is the direct aisle access as you don't have to step over the passenger next to you) and the bar.

jackiedada

There is one in the front too....

m3red

The toilets just in front of j are for f only.

When I first flew j on the 380 you could use it and 7k was my seat of choice. Now they make you go all the way to the back. Not great really.

whimike

Count me in as one that won't relocate to get a 380 over a 777. I like the 777 J seat and sleep very well in it.

waqarsarwar

I think I will go with 772lr... Wish I had enough miles for first class then probably 380!!!

jackiedada

oh, I wasn't aware of this. Have used it a couple of times in J. Shall check on my next flight...

ukdoctor

They might let you use the forwards toilet (depends on the crew). However the allocated toilets are 4 at the back. ( Have a look at the toilet occupancy signs on the roof )

LE4603

When I ever have a choice, I go for the 777 over the 380. I don't care about the bar, and on average have had better service on the 777. Get yourself a window seat and its quite private.

But specific to the OP's question, because in reality there isn't much in it between both planes, I would go with the most convenient time for the OP (which in this case appears to be the 777, but I would say the same if it appeared to be the 380)

tuchop

Im sure what your friend meant, was that they are not FULLY lie-flat (i.e. 180 degrees). The 777-200LR's Business Class seat is Angled-Lie-Flat seat. But it's lie flat. Some people prefer it this way, others don't.

Go for the direct flight.. and if you want to fly the a380 -as someone else suggested- try finding tickets from New York..

waqarsarwar

What about first class on 772LR or A380!!! My sister is letting my borrow her Alaska Airlines miles and i do see avalaibility from DFW 777 and LAX 380... so which one should i pick for first class travel? The bar and spa on 380 do look nice!!!

m3red

in first there are a few subtle differences but again I'd take the direct but certainly be more tempted to fly for the A380 - the showers for such a long flight are pretty amazing.

Be careful you don't miss the flight if you buy a cheap connection you won't be covered by EK.

jackiedada

A380 all the way... The showers are not to be missed, and neither the bar/ social area at the back...

m3red

or the front!

Has anyone ever used the First social area?

jackiedada

Only to pick up Godivas...

tezzer

Likewise, to pour myself a top up rather than wait for the attendant.