Nov 5, 2015, 10:10 am
Last edit by: Matt4
QR to and from Bangkok
What to expect
A recent trip report for this journey, can be found here:
Photos of the Cabin
You will find photos galore of the J cabin on the A380 and 777 which are some of the aircrafts QR use on the DOH-BKK-DOH route.
You will find photos galore of the F cabin on the A380 here.
Aircraft Layouts
A380: 1-2-1 layout in F and J, 3-4-3 (Lower deck) and 2-4-2 (Upper deck, only accessible for OneWorld status passengers unless the lower deck is full) in Y
787: 1-2-1 layout in J and 3-3-3 in Y
777: 2-2-2 layout in J, 3-3-3 or 3-4-3 (QR834 DOH-BKK-HAN, QR835 HAN-BKK-DOH) in Y
A340-600: 2-2-2 layout in J and 2-4-2 in Y
Which Lounge should I use at BKK?
There are multiple lounges to use in Bangkok, and the best option for you will likely be determined by the time of your flight, and the location of your departure gate.
QR are in the process of opening their own lounge in Bangkok, but as of April 2016, we know very little other than it will be located on Concourse D. Until then, QR recommend J and F passengers use the lounges provided by Thai Airways. These lounges are scattered throughout the airport.
For F passengers, you will get an invitation to use the Thai Airways Royal First Lounge, which is located on Concourse E. It is a small area, but QR no longer have an Agreement to use the larger Thai Airways Royal First Lounge on Concourse D. The small area is roped off, and there is a small menu (no buffet), with a decent drinks selection.
For J passengers, and Y passengers with status (Silver and higher) you will receive an invitation to use the Thai Airways Royal Silk Lounge. These are located on Concourse C, Concourse D, and Concourse E. A map of the lounges can be found here.
OneWorld Emerald or Sapphire card holders or F or J passengers have also access to two lounges situated on or near the 3rd floor, Concourse G: the recently-opened (2015) Cathay Pacific Lounge (04:00 to between 18:30 and 01:00), and the Japan Airlines lounge (05:45-09:55, 18:00-00:40). While the CX and JL lounges are quite close together, they can be a distance from the QR gates - so keep an eye on the time!
Connecting from Thai (TG) domestic
Thai will through check-in your bags and facilitate you as a "CIQ" passenger through an airside transfer at BKK. They will do this even if you are travelling to BKK on a completely separate TG ticket, but you will need to show evidence of the QR flight (ticket number or online check-in receipt). This is based on leaving from Chiang Mai, but should work for other Thai airports.
The process is particularly useful in avoiding security queues landside to airside at BKK, and gets neatly around QR's restrictions on check-in opening times at the airport.
CIQ stands for Customs Immigration and Quarantine: nothing to do with Chiquimula airport in Guatamala
Will I be given pyjamas and an amenity kit? Reports vary, but have a look at this thread before flying to prepare your expectations -
What meals are served? This is dependent on the timing of your flight and class of travel, but 1 or 2 full meals are usually offered by QR. Menus can be found via the QR Dashboard. F menus and Y menus are here.
Will I be offered Fast-Track through Immigration?
- Departure from BKK : you will get a Fast-Track (Premium Lane) voucher if travelling in J or F, or travelling in Y with Silver, Gold or Platinum status.
- Arrival to BKK : if you are traveling in J or F, you will be provided with a Fast-Track voucher upon landing in Bangkok. Hold on to your boarding pass as you deplane, as the brown Fast Track vouchers are sometimes given out at the top of the gate rather than on the plane. If you are traveling in Y with Silver, Gold or Platinum status, you have to request the Fast-Track voucher at the QR agent at the gate.
What time does check-in open? Check in opens 3 hours before your departure time. QR police this quite strictly.
What to expect
A recent trip report for this journey, can be found here:
Photos of the Cabin
You will find photos galore of the J cabin on the A380 and 777 which are some of the aircrafts QR use on the DOH-BKK-DOH route.
You will find photos galore of the F cabin on the A380 here.
Aircraft Layouts
A380: 1-2-1 layout in F and J, 3-4-3 (Lower deck) and 2-4-2 (Upper deck, only accessible for OneWorld status passengers unless the lower deck is full) in Y
787: 1-2-1 layout in J and 3-3-3 in Y
777: 2-2-2 layout in J, 3-3-3 or 3-4-3 (QR834 DOH-BKK-HAN, QR835 HAN-BKK-DOH) in Y
A340-600: 2-2-2 layout in J and 2-4-2 in Y
Which Lounge should I use at BKK?
There are multiple lounges to use in Bangkok, and the best option for you will likely be determined by the time of your flight, and the location of your departure gate.
QR are in the process of opening their own lounge in Bangkok, but as of April 2016, we know very little other than it will be located on Concourse D. Until then, QR recommend J and F passengers use the lounges provided by Thai Airways. These lounges are scattered throughout the airport.
For F passengers, you will get an invitation to use the Thai Airways Royal First Lounge, which is located on Concourse E. It is a small area, but QR no longer have an Agreement to use the larger Thai Airways Royal First Lounge on Concourse D. The small area is roped off, and there is a small menu (no buffet), with a decent drinks selection.
For J passengers, and Y passengers with status (Silver and higher) you will receive an invitation to use the Thai Airways Royal Silk Lounge. These are located on Concourse C, Concourse D, and Concourse E. A map of the lounges can be found here.
OneWorld Emerald or Sapphire card holders or F or J passengers have also access to two lounges situated on or near the 3rd floor, Concourse G: the recently-opened (2015) Cathay Pacific Lounge (04:00 to between 18:30 and 01:00), and the Japan Airlines lounge (05:45-09:55, 18:00-00:40). While the CX and JL lounges are quite close together, they can be a distance from the QR gates - so keep an eye on the time!
Connecting from Thai (TG) domestic
Thai will through check-in your bags and facilitate you as a "CIQ" passenger through an airside transfer at BKK. They will do this even if you are travelling to BKK on a completely separate TG ticket, but you will need to show evidence of the QR flight (ticket number or online check-in receipt). This is based on leaving from Chiang Mai, but should work for other Thai airports.
The process is particularly useful in avoiding security queues landside to airside at BKK, and gets neatly around QR's restrictions on check-in opening times at the airport.
CIQ stands for Customs Immigration and Quarantine: nothing to do with Chiquimula airport in Guatamala
Will I be given pyjamas and an amenity kit? Reports vary, but have a look at this thread before flying to prepare your expectations -
What meals are served? This is dependent on the timing of your flight and class of travel, but 1 or 2 full meals are usually offered by QR. Menus can be found via the QR Dashboard. F menus and Y menus are here.
Will I be offered Fast-Track through Immigration?
- Departure from BKK : you will get a Fast-Track (Premium Lane) voucher if travelling in J or F, or travelling in Y with Silver, Gold or Platinum status.
- Arrival to BKK : if you are traveling in J or F, you will be provided with a Fast-Track voucher upon landing in Bangkok. Hold on to your boarding pass as you deplane, as the brown Fast Track vouchers are sometimes given out at the top of the gate rather than on the plane. If you are traveling in Y with Silver, Gold or Platinum status, you have to request the Fast-Track voucher at the QR agent at the gate.
What time does check-in open? Check in opens 3 hours before your departure time. QR police this quite strictly.
QR to and from Bangkok (BKK) - Non Lounge Discussion
Dec 5, 2017, 3:22 am
#1456
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I was responding to, "This is supposed to say Royal Orchod Lounge, right? AFAIK there is no Royal first Lounge in E, or anywhere other than the one at D1." Given the nature of your comment/question, I thought that a more comprehensive rundown might be more helpful than a simple yes/no answer to the specific question you asked.
Dec 5, 2017, 4:46 am
#1457
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I was responding to, "This is supposed to say Royal Orchod Lounge, right? AFAIK there is no Royal first Lounge in E, or anywhere other than the one at D1." Given the nature of your comment/question, I thought that a more comprehensive rundown might be more helpful than a simple yes/no answer to the specific question you asked.
Dec 5, 2017, 4:56 am
#1458
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They do actually have two lounges there, one for all, one called Blue Ribbon Lounge for business passengers (and status and voucher...)
Dec 5, 2017, 5:04 am
#1459
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So OWE gets (or got) admittance to the ersatz version of Thai's first-class lounge, but not to the kosher one.
Dec 5, 2017, 5:16 am
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Dec 5, 2017, 5:20 am
#1461
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if not, you will go to the main business class area of the lounge on the left.
this firs class part of the orchid lounge is a quite small area and prefer the cathay lounge even when travelling QR first.
Once i tried to get into the royal first class lounge in D with a QR first flight and was refused. They send me to E into the first class section of the orchid lounge.
Dec 5, 2017, 7:56 am
#1462
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The orchid lounge in E has a first class lounge part. After entrance the staff will send you right to the first class section of the orchid lounge if you are entitled.
if not, you will go to the main business class area of the lounge on the left.
this firs class part of the orchid lounge is a quite small area and prefer the cathay lounge even when travelling QR first.
Once i tried to get into the royal first class lounge in D with a QR first flight and was refused. They send me to E into the first class section of the orchid lounge.
if not, you will go to the main business class area of the lounge on the left.
this firs class part of the orchid lounge is a quite small area and prefer the cathay lounge even when travelling QR first.
Once i tried to get into the royal first class lounge in D with a QR first flight and was refused. They send me to E into the first class section of the orchid lounge.
Dec 5, 2017, 8:48 am
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Dec 5, 2017, 8:51 am
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Toilets and Showers are around the corner to the left. (in F section)
At least they have real champagne, if only Moet. Mix it with Gin and you will have a great flight :-)
At least they have real champagne, if only Moet. Mix it with Gin and you will have a great flight :-)
Yes that's what I was trying to say, you won't get into what I believe to be the non-existent Thai First Lounge in E but the Thai Orchid Lounge instead. I know that F section, like 5 tables and a pretty limited self service offering, no showers or toilets (in F section). I was pretty underwhelmed, but the Chicken Massaman Curry from their order menu was quite enjoyable and prevented me from having a disappointing experience.
Dec 5, 2017, 10:28 am
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Dec 5, 2017, 7:00 pm
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Oh really? Makes me wonder how I could have missed that. I wasn't looking for it, but since the lounge is more or less one medium sized room, I thought it would be pretty much what you see is what you get.
Dec 5, 2017, 11:45 pm
#1469
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How about accessing the F section of TG Royal Orchid lounge flying QR in Y with Platinum status ?
I tried once but was sent off to the opposite Royal Silk lounge but I wonder if the lounge dragon even noticed my Platinum status or just saw that I was in Y. I didn't insist as I just had a short remaining lounge time after visiting CX lounge...
I tried once but was sent off to the opposite Royal Silk lounge but I wonder if the lounge dragon even noticed my Platinum status or just saw that I was in Y. I didn't insist as I just had a short remaining lounge time after visiting CX lounge...