First class A380 day time or B747-8 red eye
Oct 13, 2017, 9:35 am
#1
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Join Date: Jul 2016
Posts: 17
First class A380 day time or B747-8 red eye
Flying with my husband JFK-BKK (via ICN) soon and wondering which flight to pick. The first choice is JFK-ICN departing 1am red eye on the b747-8 new Komso suite, landing in BKK around 1pm (so can still do stuff around Bangkok once we land) with a 5hr layover in ICN. The second choice is an afternoon flight out at 1pm JFK-ICN on the a380 with the old kosmo seats and a 50min layover in ICN. We would get to BKK at 9pm so wouldn't have time to do anything after landing.
So right now I'm booked on the a380 mostly because I figure it's better for couples traveling together since we can sit next to each other. Plus the separate bar/lounge area sounds kind of fun. But on the con-side, we'd have less time in BKK plus may miss our connection in ICN if flight is even a little delayed (there's a later flight out ICN-BKK though so not super worried about that). I'm having second thoughts though cos I think having the separate suites on the b747 will be nice since we'll probably be sleeping most of the way since it's a red eye. Lastly, wondering if we'll get shortened meal service on the b747 on the midnight flight due to the timing.
as you can see, I'm extremely torn right now...has anyone flown this route and have an opinion on which is "better"? Anything else I should take into consideration?
Thanks!!
So right now I'm booked on the a380 mostly because I figure it's better for couples traveling together since we can sit next to each other. Plus the separate bar/lounge area sounds kind of fun. But on the con-side, we'd have less time in BKK plus may miss our connection in ICN if flight is even a little delayed (there's a later flight out ICN-BKK though so not super worried about that). I'm having second thoughts though cos I think having the separate suites on the b747 will be nice since we'll probably be sleeping most of the way since it's a red eye. Lastly, wondering if we'll get shortened meal service on the b747 on the midnight flight due to the timing.
as you can see, I'm extremely torn right now...has anyone flown this route and have an opinion on which is "better"? Anything else I should take into consideration?
Thanks!!
Oct 14, 2017, 6:06 pm
#2
Join Date: May 2014
Programs: AAdvantage EXP
Posts: 152
Flying with my husband JFK-BKK (via ICN) soon and wondering which flight to pick. The first choice is JFK-ICN departing 1am red eye on the b747-8 new Komso suite, landing in BKK around 1pm (so can still do stuff around Bangkok once we land) with a 5hr layover in ICN. The second choice is an afternoon flight out at 1pm JFK-ICN on the a380 with the old kosmo seats and a 50min layover in ICN. We would get to BKK at 9pm so wouldn't have time to do anything after landing.
So right now I'm booked on the a380 mostly because I figure it's better for couples traveling together since we can sit next to each other. Plus the separate bar/lounge area sounds kind of fun. But on the con-side, we'd have less time in BKK plus may miss our connection in ICN if flight is even a little delayed (there's a later flight out ICN-BKK though so not super worried about that). I'm having second thoughts though cos I think having the separate suites on the b747 will be nice since we'll probably be sleeping most of the way since it's a red eye. Lastly, wondering if we'll get shortened meal service on the b747 on the midnight flight due to the timing.
as you can see, I'm extremely torn right now...has anyone flown this route and have an opinion on which is "better"? Anything else I should take into consideration?
Thanks!!
So right now I'm booked on the a380 mostly because I figure it's better for couples traveling together since we can sit next to each other. Plus the separate bar/lounge area sounds kind of fun. But on the con-side, we'd have less time in BKK plus may miss our connection in ICN if flight is even a little delayed (there's a later flight out ICN-BKK though so not super worried about that). I'm having second thoughts though cos I think having the separate suites on the b747 will be nice since we'll probably be sleeping most of the way since it's a red eye. Lastly, wondering if we'll get shortened meal service on the b747 on the midnight flight due to the timing.
as you can see, I'm extremely torn right now...has anyone flown this route and have an opinion on which is "better"? Anything else I should take into consideration?
Thanks!!
Tough but good choice to have- I would choose the Redeye 747 Flight. Not only is the suite and the plane newer, the redeye option is a nice way to get some good rest before you land..plus maximizes your time on ground, and that's always most important to me. Although the Bar is a nice option in the a380, i really cannot see you guys spending much time in it.
Downside is the 5 hour layover in ICN- Their lounges really stink, so it may be a tough 5 hours..
Oct 19, 2017, 10:03 am
#6
Join Date: May 2014
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https://www.koreanair.com/global/en/...nt/201407.html
Oct 19, 2017, 7:48 pm
#7
Join Date: Jan 2015
Location: ATL
Programs: Skypass, IHG
Posts: 161
J seats on 747-8 are quite nicer than A380. 747-8 upstairs windows seat has a wide storage bin by the window.
I would pick 747-8 over A380 business class. Better seat and better sleep quality. Aisle access for all J seats on 747-8.
I would pick 747-8 over A380 business class. Better seat and better sleep quality. Aisle access for all J seats on 747-8.
Oct 20, 2017, 9:29 am
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Oct 23, 2017, 3:14 pm
#10
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Location: Del Ray, Alexandria, Virginia
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Oct 25, 2017, 2:53 am
#11
Join Date: Dec 2005
Location: Seoul, Korea
Programs: KL-PEFL
Posts: 51
Well, that's a bit strong but it is true the F lounge is just a smaller version of the J lounge: identical furniture. It does have a smoking room at the far end. The food selection is a little better than J.
Oct 26, 2017, 12:05 pm
#12
Join Date: Jan 2003
Location: poughkeepsie NY USA
Posts: 157
Similar problem with a twist
For mid January I have award on the 380 leaving NYC about noon.
Waitlisted on 747 flight(which I prefer). Reservation requires payment by Nov 15.
What are my chances of clearing the waitlist before then(or at any time.)
Appreciate suggestions on how to proceed
For mid January I have award on the 380 leaving NYC about noon.
Waitlisted on 747 flight(which I prefer). Reservation requires payment by Nov 15.
What are my chances of clearing the waitlist before then(or at any time.)
Appreciate suggestions on how to proceed
Oct 26, 2017, 7:16 pm
#13
Join Date: May 2014
Programs: AAdvantage EXP
Posts: 152
The KE F is really pathetic- when compared to what a F lounge should be.