Premium Economy On Qantas

Ryan N · #1 2nd June 2013, 05:36 PM

Has anyone tried premium economy on Qantas? Is it much better than economy and justify paying almost double the airfare?

Qantas is having a special to HKG at the moment, with economy fares at $788 and premium economy $1399. I've tentatively booked my flights in premium economy and hopefully upgrade to business using points. The $788 economy fare does not allow upgrades at all.

Rory Delaney · #2 2nd June 2013, 06:15 PM

I've tried premium on Qantas' 747-400 and also the A380 more recently. Premium Economy is actually reasonable - more legroom, 2-3-2 configuration on the A380, wider seats and an enjoyable ride. Just my opinion on Premium for Qantas!

Ryan N · #3 2nd June 2013, 06:26 PM

And premium economy is on the upper deck in the A380. Bonus!!!!

Zac M · #4 2nd June 2013, 06:59 PM

The A380 Y+ seats are the same as the J seats on the newer 738s only covered in fabric I believe, very comfortable seat!

Ash W · #5 2nd June 2013, 09:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Ryan N

And premium economy is on the upper deck in the A380. Bonus!!!!

Upper deck down the back where the tail whips around and you feel every bump. Not so good. Would rather premium economy on the 747 where you are more towards the centre of the plane.

Thomas Collins · #6 3rd June 2013, 01:37 AM

It is a quality product that has won a number of global awards.

Treat yourself...

Garry Emanuel · #7 3rd June 2013, 09:14 AM

Can't comment on A380 but the 747 experience was great - seat has more space and is more comfortable, food and service impressive, separate cabin made for greater privacy and peace.

Would have no qualms recommending it ! ! !

MarkR · #8 3rd June 2013, 02:55 PM

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Originally Posted by Ash W

Upper deck down the back where the tail whips around and you feel every bump. Not so good. Would rather premium economy on the 747 where you are more towards the centre of the plane.

Didnt feel many bumps in 24A to DXB, PE is nice and good value at 2X Y at present.

Julian L · #9 3rd June 2013, 03:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Ash W

Upper deck down the back where the tail whips around and you feel every bump. Not so good. Would rather premium economy on the 747 where you are more towards the centre of the plane.

I personally haven't been on Qantas' aircraft, but when I flew SQ's A380s in the upper deck near the back you couldn't feel a thing. Its also quieter.

Ash W · #10 3rd June 2013, 05:47 PM

It must have been a gentle flight. Get into a bit of turbulence or wind and you will feel it. It is the same on all long a/c the back has more movement compared to being nearer to the centre of gravity. Simple physics really.