Respect for not messing about with the takeoff footage, other TH-camrs often play music over it or speed it up. I think they forget their target audience is AV geeks 😂
Great video. Additional info: 1. Wi-Fi is now free for all Krisflyer members regardless of class of travel as long as the number is on the boarding pass. But even if you forget to include it, you can simply ask the crew for a code and they'll happily provide it. 2. Amenity kits are available upon request. The pouches come in 3 different colours as far as I know.
.... Do you know Jesus Christ can set you free from sins and save you from hell today Jesus Christ is the only hope in this world no other gods will lead you to heaven There is no security or hope with out Jesus Christ in this world come and repent of all sins today Today is the day of salvation come to the loving savior Today repent and do not go to hell Come to Jesus Christ today Jesus Christ is only way to heaven Repent and follow him today seek his heart Jesus Christ can fill the emptiness he can fill the void Heaven and hell is real cone to the loving savior today Today is the day of salvation tomorrow might be to late come to the loving savior today Romans 6.23 For the wages of sin is death; but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord. John 3:16-21 16 For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life. 17 For God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the world through him might be saved. 18 He that believeth on him is not condemned: but he that believeth not is condemned already, because he hath not believed in the name of the only begotten Son of God. 19 And this is the condemnation, that light is come into the world, and men loved darkness rather than light, because their deeds were evil. 20 For every one that doeth evil hateth the light, neither cometh to the light, lest his deeds should be reproved. 21 But he that doeth truth cometh to the light, that his deeds may be made manifest, that they are wrought in God. Mark 1.15 15 And saying, The time is fulfilled, and the kingdom of God is at hand: repent ye, and believe the gospel. 2 Peter 3:9 The Lord is not slack concerning his promise, as some men count slackness; but is longsuffering to us-ward, not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance. Hebrews 11:6 6 But without faith it is impossible to please him: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and that he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him. Jesus
My wife and I did this flight in 2004 in the Airbus A340 ER. Watching this really took us back. We could only afford Premium Economy so neither of us got any real sleep and it took days to get over the jet lag. But wow, what an amazing flight. We flew from Singapore on a similar route to you but came back right over the Nth Pole. Well, within 200 miles of it.
@@LGVRhin-RhoneWould be a -500, Singapore never had -600s, plus I’m fairly sure the -600 didn’t have the required range to fly the full route non-stop, certainly not at a weight where it could be profitable
@@LGVRhin-Rhone I don’t remember them specifying whether it was a 500 or 600, I remember it only having the designation ER to denote extended range. It was likely a special build like the current A 350 being used for the same route. Like the current route, it was only premium economy and business class,presumably to allow it to take on enough fuel without exceeding the maximum take-off weight for the type. It fairly lumbered up the runway on take-off.
I flew that same flight (sort of) a few weeks ago. A few miles shorter to Newark. I also sat in the same seat, 29A. Singapore Airlines will always be my first choice airlines when flying
Ten years ago, we flew Singapore Business Class from Houston to Singapore back when they had a fuel stop in Moscow - they now stop in Manchester. The return trip took about 25 hours, and the absolute worst part was the 90 minute layover in Moscow. The seats were comfortable, and the food and service were outstanding.
Great video Paul. Have done SYD-YVR too many time to count and in every class and I would agree with most of your advice in getting through a long haul flight (though my longest is 16 hours not 18). I would add 1) avoid caffeine (coffee, tea or coke) until you are about to land / wake up 2) pack something to knock you out - even just come cold and flu tablets 3) invest in some decent noise cancelling headphones and listen to ambient / white noise when trying to sleep 4) if you are flying economy, make sure you bring your own neck pillow, eye mask and some snacks and 5) lastly, never skip a meal!
Having flown Singapore Airlines in Business Class on the A380, 777 and A350, I can attest to the amazing service, quality of everything you encounter and that having a lie flat bed is the total game changer. I've done lots of long haul in Economy (LHR - AMS - BKK - SYD in one go for example or AKL - LAX, LHR - SFO, LHR - HKG) and it's brutal. Hence for my last long haul I decided to push the boat out for business class. It was worth every penny and more. In fact it made my trip so utterly amazing that the getting there and back is one of the highlights, rather than 'endurance to be born'. My book the cook favorite is Lobster Thermidor - absolutely bloody marvellous washed down with Chablis. Also Singapore Airlines Singapore Sling is delicious. I'm envious of you doing this trip - not for the getting to New York but getting to spend 18 hours in SQ J class!
One of your very best reviews Paul, thoroughly enjoyed it with some great tips and having flown Singapore Airlines before and their service and attention to detail is second to none.
Perhaps try to fly in the other direction next time? Doesn’t Delta fly from ATL to Jo’burg direct? Then just fly South African or Qantas to Perth from there?
@@paulsz6194 I hadn’t traveled much prior to this so I just went through the cruise line Delta to LA then Virgin Australia from there. It was 2013 I think.
I've done the opposite direction in Premium Economy, and with favorable winds it was "only" 17.5 hours. The service was excellent, and I was able to sleep as much as I wanted, due to the excellent recline and comfortable seats. (I can't imagine a flight of this length in regular economy.) I should note, though, that I find the PE seats on EVA a lot more comfortable, so the next time I do this flight, if it is in PE, it will be in EVA with a transfer in Taipei. But still, a very good flight, and minimal jet lag even in PE.
Well done Paul, another great trip video, and loving the shirt on first flight! Thanks for showing most of the 2nd takeoff, most TH-camrs seem to crop these out, but I like a good takeoff - so long as I can hear the engines (hint, hint)
WOW! What an immersive video of a wonderful journey. I see SQ 21 take off from Newark at around 10 AM flying over my house in New Jersey all the the time. Definitely on my bucket list. Thanks Paul
I think in Business, the length of the flight is less important. I've done 14 hours (AUH-SYD and back) and loved it. I can imagine it gets to a point where boredom sets in. 18 hours in PE....that would be painful. The price from Delhi was somewhat incredible! Great video and some very good tips.
Yeah I wouldn't want to imagine doing 18hrs in Prem econ. I did a 9.5hr flight in BA Prem econ (LHR to Denver) and that was about the longest I could tolerate a PE seat.
Another great video, thanks! My longest flight was Doha - San Francisco on Qatar, 16 hours wheels up to touchdown. Economy aisle seat center section, middle seat empty. Loved the whole experience!
There's absolutely nothing wrong with having TBBT or Young Sheldon on the entertainment system. It's still a good show to pass the time. BTW...I love getting amenity kit bags. I repurpose them for other uses. My favorite was Lufthansa's Porsche designed bag.
2:30 that's what annoyed me the most about doing london to Perth with qantas because they locked the windows to maximum darkness until 20 minutes to go because they believed the opposite
Flown quit a few times with SIA (AMS-SIN v.v.) with B772/773 and A350, and once from Ney York- to SIN with A340-500. All flights business class! I can write a book of my experiences witj SIA, but I can keep it very short......absolutely first class TOP airline. Food, service crew EVERYTHING! And Changi is indeed a world on its own!
Great vlog as always! In Michael Pailin Around the world in 80 days the skipper said: dont expect the things that happened to you today to happend to you tomorrow as well! Lol! Keep up the good work. Be safe! The future is no IFE, free wifi. Just like Zip air! I never use the kits you get onboard anyway.
can remember when you hit 100,000 subscribers, and you were going to do this full time. keep making these great videos, and thro in some more trains too.
Thank you for taking us along on this mega miles flight! Your posts are always well thought out and a joy to experience. As I'm retired now I prefer to slow paced short hops from SE Asia [in first or business of course] and enjoy overnight stays in BKK, HKG, NRT... then back through HNL... savoring the experiences and the lounges. Have a G&T for me... and for the fun of flying🤠🤠🤠
Paul great vid, as always. I will presume it was just coincidence, however a sanitary napkin (that you showed) is used in a very different place and for a very different thing than a "wet wipe napkin"...LOL
WOW! 🤩 🤯 Simply the only thing I can say! What a MAGNIFICENT video Paul!! I ABSOLUTELY LOVED this one and I hope to fly Singapore Airlines someday, especially on this route “The World’s Longest Flight” ✈️ What a stunning sunrise view over Japan as well, also, at 25:10 you flew over Oshkosh Wisconsin where I will be in a few days for EAA Airventure 2024 and also you overflew my home state of Michigan!😂 I often see this flight from Singapore heading to New York and it just further wet my appetite to try it someday especially on the GORGEOUS Singapore 🇸🇬 Airbus A350-900ULR! 😅 I also loved the Clair De Lune song played at 24:00 onward very fitting for such a luxurious yet somehow calm and tranquil 10,000 mile flight! Cheers mate! 🥂 Caleb’s Aviation P.S. A tip of mine for long-haul flying, especially such a long-haul flight is simply to be prepared, doing things such as staying well hydrated, getting up to walk around throughout the plane, even in the air and making sure to look out the window and not just stared to TV for hours on end, there’s nothing worse for jet lag than an eye strain induced headache! 🤕
Romans 6:23 For the wages of sin is death, but the free gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord. Come to Jesus Christ today Jesus Christ is only way to heaven Repent and follow him today seek his heart Jesus Christ can fill the emptiness he can fill the void Heaven and hell is real cone to the loving savior today Today is the day of salvation tomorrow might be to late come to the loving savior today John 3:16-21 16 For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life. 17 For God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the world through him might be saved. 18 He that believeth on him is not condemned: but he that believeth not is condemned already, because he hath not believed in the name of the only begotten Son of God. 19 And this is the condemnation, that light is come into the world, and men loved darkness rather than light, because their deeds were evil. 20 For every one that doeth evil hateth the light, neither cometh to the light, lest his deeds should be reproved. 21 But he that doeth truth cometh to the light, that his deeds may be made manifest, that they are wrought in God. Mark 1.15 15 And saying, The time is fulfilled, and the kingdom of God is at hand: repent ye, and believe the gospel. 2 Peter 3:9 The Lord is not slack concerning his promise, as some men count slackness; but is longsuffering to us-ward, not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance. Hebrews 11:6 6 But without faith it is impossible to please him: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and that he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him. Jesus
I will be doing a Kolkata to Singapore to Seattle SQ flight in business class and I am psyched. Thank you for sharing such a lovely video with so much description and information. I wish I could literally give you a hug for being such an avid geek. Peace
The white (now gray), blue, and peach carpet in Changi T2 is new, post-renovation, and it looks really strange when juxtaposed against the multi-shade browns and pink (and dirt hiding pattern) of the old carpet in the areas which are still being upgraded. Even worse, the new carpet is really good at showing the wheel tracks from cabin bags and luggage carts. Someone did a fantastically bad job of picking out the new pattern. Also, what is the app that you use for the scriptwriting? It looked really organized in the clip!
Just some info on the carpets. They are in the process of being replaced section by section. The brown ones are the old ones. Terminal 2 just underwent recent renovations.
You can get a Penhaligon amenity kit on Singapore Airlines business class if you ask for it. We did on our last flight from London to Singapore last year. We are going again next month,so will see if anything has changed.
singapore airlines are notorious for charging outrageous fares for flights originating from singapore.many singaporeans and local expats have been complaining about this practice for decades.the fact that you could fly to delhi from singapore on a low cost carrier then board a singapore airlines flight back to singapore then jfk for a fraction of the price of a singapore jfk flight would suprise nobody in singapore,complete madness.
We did LHR to PER in 2020 - think thats Qantas' longest flight - scheduled 17 hours - it helped being in business class. The hours seemed to zoom by, and they do supply PJs for the flight.
Someone has put up a video recently on this flight with premium economy. He said it’s good, enjoyed the food, watched movies and chose not to sleep at all.
I've done 17 hours in SQ premium economy on the A350 ULR. Not a lot of sleep. The food was good. The crew great. I'm not sure I'd do it again. I find even business class for that length of time to be a chore.
@@paulsz6194 Or at least no more non-stop flights to Singapore. Give me a layover of a couple hours to move around and decompress. At my height of 196cm some business class seats are a bit cramped. Premium economy definitely cramped, and economy is a no-go for flights over 4 hours.
Love it paul and for the original world's longest flight that was SQ22/21 SIN-EWR which is basically the same service as this one. NYC Bound Daytime arrival and Departure on that one. I've asked an American traveller married to a Filipina about that flight with his answer being he's going to book it over SQ rival PR126/127 at all times
Great video as always. Made me look at this route and think about doing same in a year or so. Any tips for finding cheapest price for DEL-SIN-JFK or even another departure airport? Thanks.
I did this flight in premium economy, opting to leave Singapore at night and arriving Newark in the morning. An amazing experience even in premium economy. I do agree that amenity kits are a waste, but it's still nice to get one on a flight, especially well-stocked ones.
I’ve just booked a 10hr flight from SIN to IST on an A350-900 b4 connecting to a 4hr flight into Gatwick. My longest flight so far is 7hrs. Not sure how the extra 3hrs will impact me. Oh…on economy…not even Premium Economy.
@@NograBot Yes and this is explained in the video - it’s a premium class only service! (Incidentally SQ’s biz fare for this trip was only 100 USD more than the premium economy one so it’s a no brainer)
Now imagine that trip in economy! That room rate wasn’t that bad considering it included a meal. I had bad jet lag just returning to Miami from London a few weeks ago, I can’t imagine a flight that long. It was delayed three hours, so it made the trip a bit longer. An expat in Florida.
Fantastic. Couldn't help but think of my trip of 18.5 hs on what was National Express longest coach service (Edinburgh to Penzance) some years ago. I was wrecked at the end of it 😂
Want a Challenge? Fly Qatar, Auckland to Doha, cattle class sitting on a broken seat. The seat cushion supports were broken and the seat wouldn’t recline but the person’s seat, in front of me, did. Couldn’t watch the screen as it was eight inches away from my face. Wife’s seat could recline but wouldn’t come upright when required. There were five other seats in our section which were the same, couldn’t be brought upright. Crew were nice enough but the food was ???
That's very consistent from what I've heard of reviews on the big 3 middle east carriers (Emirates, Etihad, Qatar), their business and first class is the best in the world, but their economy is awful. They don't care about their econ product because that's for "the help" coming in from India. They used to have a fleet of old shitty planes just for flights to/form India.
I am still not a fan of those flip down seats, I’ve taken that 18-hr flight a handful of times and I miss power seats that recline up/down and are not angled. Have done PE on this flight in the first row as well and that was actually pretty good and v good value since this flights main feature is getting there in one flight vs two. Please update the seats SQ! 🙏
Great video thanks! I’m doing the slightly shorter version of this in October…almost 17 1/2 hours LAX to SIN (with return) on Singapore Airlines. Though I’ll be spending a few days in Singapore…bookending a journey to Bhutan.
I just came home from a 15+ hour flight from NYC to Hong Kong (plus a 3+ hour flight from Hong Kong to Chengdu, China) and 16+ hour flight back from Hong Kong to NYC (3+ hour fright from Chengdu to Hong Kong on Cathay Pacific and Air China. It wasn't as bad as I thought it would be. I think I can do an 18+ hour flight now.
Hi Paul first time watching your channel. Regarding your question on amenity kit on SQ business class, you can actually request for it if your flight is more than 6 hours. SQ stopped giving Business Class passengers amenity kits to cut wastage. But they are not going to deprive you of a kit if you need it - you just need to ask. Thanks for taking us on your journey. Good video work you have there.
I did this similar route on business class. But mine was slightly longer. Flew mumbai to delhi. Took the singapore airlines flight to singapore. Stayed in singapore transit. Did the long leg to new York. Then drove from ny to toronto
i took an economy flight from Paris to French polynesia Papeete Tahiti 3 years ago, with a one hour stop in Vancouver, so remaining seated for 24 hours.. with a mask on.. that was during covid travel ban. Strangely the excitation to go there didn't make the flights feel too long
I have flown Singapore airlines to Singapore in the 747 jumbo jet ✈️ when it was king of the skies in business class I consider myself so lucky to have done so 🤗
Nice review. It's one of the flights everyone should take, but the seats aren't that comfortable (unless you have a bulkhead seat). Book the Cook is OK but very overrated. People normally get the Lobster Thermador. Having done the SIN-EWR, I took 24 hours to be human.
Next time try it in economy in a middle seat. That would be impressive. I have done the LAX to NRT flight on SIA A350-900 ULR many times in both premium eocnomy and economy. Both times it was not easy.
@keithhardy8513 The do have standard ecoenomy on LAX to SIN on the 350-900 ULR. I know because I took one of those flight back in 2021. It sucked. You just have to check the seat map before you book.
Thanks Paul and for your tips. For short haul, in your opinion, is it better to opt for an early but pricier flight with no overnight transfer, or a later cheaper flight but with a pricey overnight hotel airport stay? It equals out about the same but do you think the overnight transfer makes for a more exciting trip?
I once flew from Kuala Lumpur to London Stansted on Air Asia, should have taken 13.5 hours, left the gate and had a mechanical problem,4 hours on the Tarmac and had head winds,18 hours later arrived, no in flight entertainment and had to pay for your food, have had a few other flights in economy like this. This flight was a walk in the Park.
Should do these reviews in economy, since thats the biggest group of clients. Its easy to sit in business class and say its “survivable” .. maybe next video??
Great review. I'm a lifetime QANTAS Gold Frequent Flyer. Would love to see the upcoming Project Sunrise flights for Sydney Direct New York when they happen (or Sydney Direct London - they already have Perth direct London)
Amazing trip, Paul. The food looked incredible. I assume they must carry a significant number of crew due to the distance (pilots and cabin crew can’t do 16 hours in one go, surely?) I think the no amenity kit isn’t a bad idea as it saves on wastage.
Slow down on the captions please Paul!! It took me 4 goes to see the one you put up when boarding in Singapore!! What was the piece of classical music on the video as you landed at JFK?
I suppose that flight would be great for getting sleep in winter, it would be dark most of the flight. I can usually manage to get a little sleep on eastbound long hauls since they tend to be overnight, the "eternal afternoon" of westbound long hauls really throws me off. On my last trip to the UK, was surprised to not be jet lagged going out despite an 8.25hr flight then 4 hours of navigating UK rail to get out of London and to where we were staying in the UK. But was jet lagged to hell on the return trip back home.
I really don't like flying eastbound transatlantic - that's why very often if I go to the USA, I'll try to end up on the west coast to make the flight back as long as possible! Anywhere further east than Texas and I'm struggling with the short overnight flight times. (or I'll take the day flight from JFK)
The leg room is at the corner and not in front of the seat. So ideally you have to sleep slant and not straight. Was that comfortable unlike other airlines who offer leg space in front.
Sweet Paul . We are doing the route with a stop in Frankfurt . Cant pass on the a380. Plus with a kid a stop sounds better. 87.5k Air Canada points for the Business flight!
Using the sun to help you can be challenging when you are on a US domestic flight. My last trip before COVID, my return home, was from FLL - ATL (short stop for me) - LAX ( with about a 4-hour stop over) - SYD. I barely had time to use the Delta Lounge in ATL. Fortunately, Virgin Australia passengers use the Emirates Lounge. (I so much miss VA on that route. They were the best airline on that route, IMHO). I was in Business on the VA flight, so I was in domestic First Class on Delta. On the longish sector from ATL - LAX, which was a narrow-bodied Jet. I had worked out when I needed to sleep, doze and eat (although I the great food at VA, I failed there😅). This also meant I needed periods with light, FLL - LAX. Even on domestic flights, DL darkens the cabin. I had a window seat on the left side. So I opened my blind. I forgot to check, so I asked my neighbour if that was OK and having any impact on his TV. All good from his side. A lady across the aisle, in the aisle, seat kept singling for me to close my blind. Checking where the light was going, I noticed no impact on their screens or seats, so I quietly told her I needed to have it open to see daylight as part of my body clock management. She was having none of that and called for the Purser/Senior FA and complained to her and demanded that I be told to shut my blind. The FA went up the galley for a minute and then came down to me, asking if I would shut my blind as the woman on the other side was not coping with the light. I told her about my trip, and in managing my body, I wanted the blinds open to have constant daylight. She completely understood and fed that back to the woman who was getting angry. The FA came back to me and asked if there was some compromise, and she suggested that I close the blind at least half way down, and even lower if possible. I agreed to that, but the woman was still not happy. The FA told her that is going to become outfor the rest of the flight. I can’t remember what it was in our seat pocket, something about A3 size laminated (not the safety card). So, for the rest of the trip, she held the card at shoulder height. She regularly glared at me seriously. She was still miserable even when, not long after agreeing with the FA to do the best I was comfortable with, I had the window open by less than a quarter so I could see the ground or clouds from my seat. I must admit I did have some naughty thoughts about how her arm would be at the end of the trip. Paul and others, do you have any suggestions if I am caught with a ‘Karen’ again? I must admit I hate the airlines wanting all the windows closed during the daytime.
The longest flight I've done is 14+ in prem economy (Air NZ). I struggle with aircraft seats but we couldn't afford the extra thousands for business class. No sleep made it a very long flight! Not sure I could do a longer trip unless I had an opportunity to lie flat...
Respect for not messing about with the takeoff footage, other TH-camrs often play music over it or speed it up. I think they forget their target audience is AV geeks 😂
One of the few things I still enjoy when flying is not having online access. I really dread the day when calls become possible
Great video. Additional info:
1. Wi-Fi is now free for all Krisflyer members regardless of class of travel as long as the number is on the boarding pass. But even if you forget to include it, you can simply ask the crew for a code and they'll happily provide it.
2. Amenity kits are available upon request. The pouches come in 3 different colours as far as I know.
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Do you know Jesus Christ can set you free from sins and save you from hell today
Jesus Christ is the only hope in this world no other gods will lead you to heaven
There is no security or hope with out Jesus Christ in this world come and repent of all sins today
Today is the day of salvation come to the loving savior Today repent and do not go to hell
Come to Jesus Christ today
Jesus Christ is only way to heaven
Repent and follow him today seek his heart Jesus Christ can fill the emptiness he can fill the void
Heaven and hell is real cone to the loving savior today
Today is the day of salvation tomorrow might be to late come to the loving savior today
Romans 6.23
For the wages of sin is death; but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord.
John 3:16-21
16 For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life. 17 For God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the world through him might be saved. 18 He that believeth on him is not condemned: but he that believeth not is condemned already, because he hath not believed in the name of the only begotten Son of God. 19 And this is the condemnation, that light is come into the world, and men loved darkness rather than light, because their deeds were evil. 20 For every one that doeth evil hateth the light, neither cometh to the light, lest his deeds should be reproved. 21 But he that doeth truth cometh to the light, that his deeds may be made manifest, that they are wrought in God.
Mark 1.15
15 And saying, The time is fulfilled, and the kingdom of God is at hand: repent ye, and believe the gospel.
2 Peter 3:9
The Lord is not slack concerning his promise, as some men count slackness; but is longsuffering to us-ward, not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance.
Hebrews 11:6
6 But without faith it is impossible to please him: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and that he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him.
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My wife and I did this flight in 2004 in the Airbus A340 ER. Watching this really took us back. We could only afford Premium Economy so neither of us got any real sleep and it took days to get over the jet lag. But wow, what an amazing flight.
We flew from Singapore on a similar route to you but came back right over the Nth Pole. Well, within 200 miles of it.
A340-500 or A340-600?
@@LGVRhin-RhoneWould be a -500, Singapore never had -600s, plus I’m fairly sure the -600 didn’t have the required range to fly the full route non-stop, certainly not at a weight where it could be profitable
It would have been the A340-500 since the -600 didn't the range to do such a flight.@@LGVRhin-Rhone
@@LGVRhin-Rhone I don’t remember them specifying whether it was a 500 or 600, I remember it only having the designation ER to denote extended range. It was likely a special build like the current A 350 being used for the same route. Like the current route, it was only premium economy and business class,presumably to allow it to take on enough fuel without exceeding the maximum take-off weight for the type. It fairly lumbered up the runway on take-off.
@@agent_605You’re correct it would’ve been an A340-500 play the replaced by the Boeing 777-300ER
I flew that same flight (sort of) a few weeks ago. A few miles shorter to Newark. I also sat in the same seat, 29A. Singapore Airlines will always be my first choice airlines when flying
Ten years ago, we flew Singapore Business Class from Houston to Singapore back when they had a fuel stop in Moscow - they now stop in Manchester. The return trip took about 25 hours, and the absolute worst part was the 90 minute layover in Moscow. The seats were comfortable, and the food and service were outstanding.
Great video Paul.
Have done SYD-YVR too many time to count and in every class and I would agree with most of your advice in getting through a long haul flight (though my longest is 16 hours not 18).
I would add 1) avoid caffeine (coffee, tea or coke) until you are about to land / wake up 2) pack something to knock you out - even just come cold and flu tablets 3) invest in some decent noise cancelling headphones and listen to ambient / white noise when trying to sleep 4) if you are flying economy, make sure you bring your own neck pillow, eye mask and some snacks and 5) lastly, never skip a meal!
Having flown Singapore Airlines in Business Class on the A380, 777 and A350, I can attest to the amazing service, quality of everything you encounter and that having a lie flat bed is the total game changer. I've done lots of long haul in Economy (LHR - AMS - BKK - SYD in one go for example or AKL - LAX, LHR - SFO, LHR - HKG) and it's brutal. Hence for my last long haul I decided to push the boat out for business class. It was worth every penny and more. In fact it made my trip so utterly amazing that the getting there and back is one of the highlights, rather than 'endurance to be born'. My book the cook favorite is Lobster Thermidor - absolutely bloody marvellous washed down with Chablis. Also Singapore Airlines Singapore Sling is delicious. I'm envious of you doing this trip - not for the getting to New York but getting to spend 18 hours in SQ J class!
One of your very best reviews Paul, thoroughly enjoyed it with some great tips and having flown Singapore Airlines before and their service and attention to detail is second to none.
I flew from Atlanta to Perth Australia & it took me 34 hours with layovers in Los Angeles & Sydney. Took me 3 days to feel somewhat normal.
Perhaps try to fly in the other direction next time? Doesn’t Delta fly from ATL to Jo’burg direct? Then just fly South African or Qantas to Perth from there?
@@paulsz6194 I hadn’t traveled much prior to this so I just went through the cruise line Delta to LA then Virgin Australia from there. It was 2013 I think.
I've done the opposite direction in Premium Economy, and with favorable winds it was "only" 17.5 hours. The service was excellent, and I was able to sleep as much as I wanted, due to the excellent recline and comfortable seats. (I can't imagine a flight of this length in regular economy.) I should note, though, that I find the PE seats on EVA a lot more comfortable, so the next time I do this flight, if it is in PE, it will be in EVA with a transfer in Taipei. But still, a very good flight, and minimal jet lag even in PE.
Well done Paul, another great trip video, and loving the shirt on first flight! Thanks for showing most of the 2nd takeoff, most TH-camrs seem to crop these out, but I like a good takeoff - so long as I can hear the engines (hint, hint)
Great video! One other note about Book The Cook is that you can also pre-order the meals on the main in-flight menu in case you want those.
WOW! What an immersive video of a wonderful journey. I see SQ 21 take off from Newark at around 10 AM flying over my house in New Jersey all the the time. Definitely on my bucket list. Thanks Paul
I think in Business, the length of the flight is less important. I've done 14 hours (AUH-SYD and back) and loved it. I can imagine it gets to a point where boredom sets in. 18 hours in PE....that would be painful. The price from Delhi was somewhat incredible! Great video and some very good tips.
Yeah I wouldn't want to imagine doing 18hrs in Prem econ. I did a 9.5hr flight in BA Prem econ (LHR to Denver) and that was about the longest I could tolerate a PE seat.
@@mrvwbug4423 I almost don't want to imagine flying Y-class from DEL to SFO, a 17 hours non-stop flight.
@@randomtravel4361especially of they’re serving a Vindaloo onboard. Wouldn’t want to be seated near the loo…
Another great video, thanks! My longest flight was Doha - San Francisco on Qatar, 16 hours wheels up to touchdown. Economy aisle seat center section, middle seat empty. Loved the whole experience!
You won the lottery there for that gruelling economy class flight!
Wonderful video Paul. Thoroughly informative and entertaining narration - great job. I gotta get myself to Singapore
There's absolutely nothing wrong with having TBBT or Young Sheldon on the entertainment system. It's still a good show to pass the time.
BTW...I love getting amenity kit bags. I repurpose them for other uses. My favorite was Lufthansa's Porsche designed bag.
2:30 that's what annoyed me the most about doing london to Perth with qantas because they locked the windows to maximum darkness until 20 minutes to go because they believed the opposite
Congratulations, Paul. Well-planned, well-conducted and well-enjoyed video. Loved it!!!
Love the piano music that was played in this video when it got to the end of the flight!
SQ actually does offer an amenity kit granted its on request. Although it only contains and couple hand lotions
It is quite handy to have at your seat during the flight, facial mist & lip balm
15:57 those cocktails look delicious, especially the SilverKris Sling
Flown quit a few times with SIA (AMS-SIN v.v.) with B772/773 and A350, and once from Ney York- to SIN with A340-500. All flights business class! I can write a book of my experiences witj SIA, but I can keep it very short......absolutely first class TOP airline.
Food, service crew EVERYTHING! And Changi is indeed a world on its own!
Great vlog as always! In Michael Pailin Around the world in 80 days the skipper said: dont expect the things that happened to you today to happend to you tomorrow as well! Lol! Keep up the good work. Be safe! The future is no IFE, free wifi. Just like Zip air! I never use the kits you get onboard anyway.
Wow Paul, this was incredibly well done!!!
This trip reminded me of your 2018 Cathay Pacific flight during your trip around the world.
Now that's a long time ago!
can remember when you hit 100,000 subscribers, and you were going to do this full time. keep making these great videos, and thro in some more trains too.
Thank you for taking us along on this mega miles flight! Your posts are always well thought out and a joy to experience. As I'm retired now I prefer to slow paced short hops from SE Asia [in first or business of course] and enjoy overnight stays in BKK, HKG, NRT... then back through HNL... savoring the experiences and the lounges. Have a G&T for me... and for the fun of flying🤠🤠🤠
It's definitely a bucket list flight! Loved your t-shirt in India !
Great video Paul 👍🏻
Great flight and great tips for someone who want to flight long distance like this.
Paul great vid, as always. I will presume it was just coincidence, however a sanitary napkin (that you showed) is used in a very different place and for a very different thing than a "wet wipe napkin"...LOL
WOW! 🤩 🤯 Simply the only thing I can say! What a MAGNIFICENT video Paul!! I ABSOLUTELY LOVED this one and I hope to fly Singapore Airlines someday, especially on this route “The World’s Longest Flight” ✈️ What a stunning sunrise view over Japan as well, also, at 25:10 you flew over Oshkosh Wisconsin where I will be in a few days for EAA Airventure 2024 and also you overflew my home state of Michigan!😂 I often see this flight from Singapore heading to New York and it just further wet my appetite to try it someday especially on the GORGEOUS Singapore 🇸🇬 Airbus A350-900ULR! 😅 I also loved the Clair De Lune song played at 24:00 onward very fitting for such a luxurious yet somehow calm and tranquil 10,000 mile flight!
Cheers mate! 🥂
Caleb’s Aviation
P.S. A tip of mine for long-haul flying, especially such a long-haul flight is simply to be prepared, doing things such as staying well hydrated, getting up to walk around throughout the plane, even in the air and making sure to look out the window and not just stared to TV for hours on end, there’s nothing worse for jet lag than an eye strain induced headache! 🤕
Great video, Paul, love the content, keep up the good work 😃
Nice video! I'm doing JFK to Singapore next year, can't wait :D
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I will be doing a Kolkata to Singapore to Seattle SQ flight in business class and I am psyched. Thank you for sharing such a lovely video with so much description and information. I wish I could literally give you a hug for being such an avid geek. Peace
I like that the carpet is still the same at Singapore Changi Airport after all these years. It gives a sense of familiarity.
Yeah, the bugs love the carpet too!
Thoroughly enjoyed that. Your best one yet…
The white (now gray), blue, and peach carpet in Changi T2 is new, post-renovation, and it looks really strange when juxtaposed against the multi-shade browns and pink (and dirt hiding pattern) of the old carpet in the areas which are still being upgraded. Even worse, the new carpet is really good at showing the wheel tracks from cabin bags and luggage carts. Someone did a fantastically bad job of picking out the new pattern.
Also, what is the app that you use for the scriptwriting? It looked really organized in the clip!
Just some info on the carpets. They are in the process of being replaced section by section. The brown ones are the old ones. Terminal 2 just underwent recent renovations.
You can get a Penhaligon amenity kit on Singapore Airlines business class if you ask for it. We did on our last flight from London to Singapore last year. We are going again next month,so will see if anything has changed.
singapore airlines are notorious for charging outrageous fares for flights originating from singapore.many singaporeans and local expats have been complaining about this practice for decades.the fact that you could fly to delhi from singapore on a low cost carrier then board a singapore airlines flight back to singapore then jfk for a fraction of the price of a singapore jfk flight would suprise nobody in singapore,complete madness.
We did LHR to PER in 2020 - think thats Qantas' longest flight - scheduled 17 hours - it helped being in business class. The hours seemed to zoom by, and they do supply PJs for the flight.
Would love to see this trip in premium economy
I've done 9 hours in a similar Prem econ seat on a flight from the UK to the US, I wouldn't want to do 18hrs in a prem econ seat.
Someone has put up a video recently on this flight with premium economy. He said it’s good, enjoyed the food, watched movies and chose not to sleep at all.
I've done 17 hours in SQ premium economy on the A350 ULR. Not a lot of sleep. The food was good. The crew great. I'm not sure I'd do it again. I find even business class for that length of time to be a chore.
@@pcmacintyreso it’s only first class for you,next time?
@@paulsz6194 Or at least no more non-stop flights to Singapore. Give me a layover of a couple hours to move around and decompress. At my height of 196cm some business class seats are a bit cramped. Premium economy definitely cramped, and economy is a no-go for flights over 4 hours.
Love it paul and for the original world's longest flight that was SQ22/21 SIN-EWR which is basically the same service as this one. NYC Bound Daytime arrival and Departure on that one. I've asked an American traveller married to a Filipina about that flight with his answer being he's going to book it over SQ rival PR126/127 at all times
Excellent video, very enjoyable.
Just used AIRALO for first time in Turkey. Got it me me and my daughter, highly recommended and easy to use.
Amazing in-flight review. 👍
Great video as always. Made me look at this route and think about doing same in a year or so. Any tips for finding cheapest price for DEL-SIN-JFK or even another departure airport? Thanks.
Fantastic video and great tips. Thank you. This encouraged me to plan for this option for my next trip from India to the US.
Was in Singapore in 2016. The 1970s carpets are a joy.
Singapore Changi Airport opened in 1981…
I did this flight in premium economy, opting to leave Singapore at night and arriving Newark in the morning. An amazing experience even in premium economy.
I do agree that amenity kits are a waste, but it's still nice to get one on a flight, especially well-stocked ones.
See it as a "warm up" Paul for when Qantas bring in their 20 hour flights soon!
Sydney Australia to London is a 22hr 30 min flight.
Good video, lovely flight,😊
Business Class provides the potential for hours of reasonable sleep…the true review of this challenging flight is to travel Premium Economy.
I agree
I agree real review in economy like most people can afford.
@@thaimaxcanSIA-JFK / SIA-EWR's lowest class is Premium Economy, there's no Economy class.
I’ve just booked a 10hr flight from SIN to IST on an A350-900 b4 connecting to a 4hr flight into Gatwick.
My longest flight so far is 7hrs. Not sure how the extra 3hrs will impact me.
Oh…on economy…not even Premium Economy.
@@NograBot Yes and this is explained in the video - it’s a premium class only service! (Incidentally SQ’s biz fare for this trip was only 100 USD more than the premium economy one so it’s a no brainer)
Great Video! 👍
Now imagine that trip in economy! That room rate wasn’t that bad considering it included a meal. I had bad jet lag just returning to Miami from London a few weeks ago, I can’t imagine a flight that long. It was delayed three hours, so it made the trip a bit longer. An expat in Florida.
Thankfully only premium economy and business on board 😅, altough when Qantas starts with project sunrise we’ll see true ultra long haul economy.
Fantastic. Couldn't help but think of my trip of 18.5 hs on what was National Express longest coach service (Edinburgh to Penzance) some years ago. I was wrecked at the end of it 😂
Want a Challenge? Fly Qatar, Auckland to Doha, cattle class sitting on a broken seat. The seat cushion supports were broken and the seat wouldn’t recline but the person’s seat, in front of me, did. Couldn’t watch the screen as it was eight inches away from my face. Wife’s seat could recline but wouldn’t come upright when required. There were five other seats in our section which were the same, couldn’t be brought upright. Crew were nice enough but the food was ???
That's very consistent from what I've heard of reviews on the big 3 middle east carriers (Emirates, Etihad, Qatar), their business and first class is the best in the world, but their economy is awful. They don't care about their econ product because that's for "the help" coming in from India. They used to have a fleet of old shitty planes just for flights to/form India.
I am still not a fan of those flip down seats, I’ve taken that 18-hr flight a handful of times and I miss power seats that recline up/down and are not angled. Have done PE on this flight in the first row as well and that was actually pretty good and v good value since this flights main feature is getting there in one flight vs two. Please update the seats SQ! 🙏
I did not like the flip down seat or the angled foot well. The Lazy Z seat position my OK
Great video thanks! I’m doing the slightly shorter version of this in October…almost 17 1/2 hours LAX to SIN (with return) on Singapore Airlines. Though I’ll be spending a few days in Singapore…bookending a journey to Bhutan.
I just came home from a 15+ hour flight from NYC to Hong Kong (plus a 3+ hour flight from Hong Kong to Chengdu, China) and 16+ hour flight back from Hong Kong to NYC (3+ hour fright from Chengdu to Hong Kong on Cathay Pacific and Air China. It wasn't as bad as I thought it would be. I think I can do an 18+ hour flight now.
Taking this flight in a few months. and love love LOVE flying on SQ
Great review Paul!
What’s the piece of music playing just before the full take off of SQ24? Does anyone know? Where can I download it?
Hi Paul first time watching your channel. Regarding your question on amenity kit on SQ business class, you can actually request for it if your flight is more than 6 hours. SQ stopped giving Business Class passengers amenity kits to cut wastage. But they are not going to deprive you of a kit if you need it - you just need to ask. Thanks for taking us on your journey. Good video work you have there.
The carpets are actually done to reduce noise of luggage wheels and to provide a luxurious experience to tourists transiting through the airport.
Does anyone know when taking this flight whether or not it crowded (every seat taken) or if there space to move from your original seat?
What did you get from the pharmacy? Was it Melatonin?
I did this similar route on business class. But mine was slightly longer. Flew mumbai to delhi. Took the singapore airlines flight to singapore. Stayed in singapore transit. Did the long leg to new York. Then drove from ny to toronto
Check out the QANTAS route Perth to London.
i took an economy flight from Paris to French polynesia Papeete Tahiti 3 years ago, with a one hour stop in Vancouver, so remaining seated for 24 hours.. with a mask on.. that was during covid travel ban. Strangely the excitation to go there didn't make the flights feel too long
I’ve done it Newark to Singapore and return about 5 times. Can get boring at times but overall it’s Not that bad.
I have flown Singapore airlines to Singapore in the 747 jumbo jet ✈️ when it was king of the skies in business class I consider myself so lucky to have done so 🤗
That takeoff reminded me of the looooong A340 take off’s in hot weather.
Nice review. It's one of the flights everyone should take, but the seats aren't that comfortable (unless you have a bulkhead seat). Book the Cook is OK but very overrated. People normally get the Lobster Thermador. Having done the SIN-EWR, I took 24 hours to be human.
Next time try it in economy in a middle seat. That would be impressive. I have done the LAX to NRT flight on SIA A350-900 ULR many times in both premium eocnomy and economy. Both times it was not easy.
NO "Standard" Economy on this long flight. Business and PREMIUM Economy ONLY ! Paul did actually point this out in the video 😂😂
@keithhardy8513 The do have standard ecoenomy on LAX to SIN on the 350-900 ULR. I know because I took one of those flight back in 2021. It sucked. You just have to check the seat map before you book.
@@mikeparker6322 Good point, Mike ! 👍
The transit hotel at Singapore airport was provided by Singapore Airlines or you had to book yourself?
Thanks Paul and for your tips. For short haul, in your opinion, is it better to opt for an early but pricier flight with no overnight transfer, or a later cheaper flight but with a pricey overnight hotel airport stay? It equals out about the same but do you think the overnight transfer makes for a more exciting trip?
I once flew from Kuala Lumpur to London Stansted on Air Asia, should have taken 13.5 hours, left the gate and had a mechanical problem,4 hours on the Tarmac and had head winds,18 hours later arrived, no in flight entertainment and had to pay for your food, have had a few other flights in economy like this. This flight was a walk in the Park.
Should do these reviews in economy, since thats the biggest group of clients. Its easy to sit in business class and say its “survivable” .. maybe next video??
Looks like someone didn’t watch the video, else you’d know why nobody reviews this flight in economy 😜
Does your watch automatically change time as you go over time zones?
Great review. I'm a lifetime QANTAS Gold Frequent Flyer. Would love to see the upcoming Project Sunrise flights for Sydney Direct New York when they happen (or Sydney Direct London - they already have Perth direct London)
Amazing trip, Paul. The food looked incredible. I assume they must carry a significant number of crew due to the distance (pilots and cabin crew can’t do 16 hours in one go, surely?)
I think the no amenity kit isn’t a bad idea as it saves on wastage.
Slow down on the captions please Paul!! It took me 4 goes to see the one you put up when boarding in Singapore!!
What was the piece of classical music on the video as you landed at JFK?
The hotels at Singapore Changi Airport is interesting though sadly some has windows and some don't. They have curtains to hide a non-existent window.
I suppose that flight would be great for getting sleep in winter, it would be dark most of the flight. I can usually manage to get a little sleep on eastbound long hauls since they tend to be overnight, the "eternal afternoon" of westbound long hauls really throws me off. On my last trip to the UK, was surprised to not be jet lagged going out despite an 8.25hr flight then 4 hours of navigating UK rail to get out of London and to where we were staying in the UK. But was jet lagged to hell on the return trip back home.
I really don't like flying eastbound transatlantic - that's why very often if I go to the USA, I'll try to end up on the west coast to make the flight back as long as possible! Anywhere further east than Texas and I'm struggling with the short overnight flight times. (or I'll take the day flight from JFK)
The leg room is at the corner and not in front of the seat. So ideally you have to sleep slant and not straight. Was that comfortable unlike other airlines who offer leg space in front.
Sweet Paul . We are doing the route with a stop in Frankfurt . Cant pass on the a380. Plus with a kid a stop sounds better. 87.5k Air Canada points for the Business flight!
They still do their A380 JFK>Singapore service with the stopover in Frankfurt? That's good to hear.
@@mrvwbug4423 A380 SIN -FRA. 777 FRA - JFK
Using the sun to help you can be challenging when you are on a US domestic flight. My last trip before COVID, my return home, was from FLL - ATL (short stop for me) - LAX ( with about a 4-hour stop over) - SYD. I barely had time to use the Delta Lounge in ATL. Fortunately, Virgin Australia passengers use the Emirates Lounge. (I so much miss VA on that route. They were the best airline on that route, IMHO). I was in Business on the VA flight, so I was in domestic First Class on Delta.
On the longish sector from ATL - LAX, which was a narrow-bodied Jet. I had worked out when I needed to sleep, doze and eat (although I the great food at VA, I failed there😅). This also meant I needed periods with light, FLL - LAX. Even on domestic flights, DL darkens the cabin. I had a window seat on the left side. So I opened my blind. I forgot to check, so I asked my neighbour if that was OK and having any impact on his TV. All good from his side. A lady across the aisle, in the aisle, seat kept singling for me to close my blind. Checking where the light was going, I noticed no impact on their screens or seats, so I quietly told her I needed to have it open to see daylight as part of my body clock management.
She was having none of that and called for the Purser/Senior FA and complained to her and demanded that I be told to shut my blind. The FA went up the galley for a minute and then came down to me, asking if I would shut my blind as the woman on the other side was not coping with the light.
I told her about my trip, and in managing my body, I wanted the blinds open to have constant daylight. She completely understood and fed that back to the woman who was getting angry. The FA came back to me and asked if there was some compromise, and she suggested that I close the blind at least half way down, and even lower if possible. I agreed to that, but the woman was still not happy. The FA told her that is going to become outfor the rest of the flight.
I can’t remember what it was in our seat pocket, something about A3 size laminated (not the safety card). So, for the rest of the trip, she held the card at shoulder height. She regularly glared at me seriously. She was still miserable even when, not long after agreeing with the FA to do the best I was comfortable with, I had the window open by less than a quarter so I could see the ground or clouds from my seat.
I must admit I did have some naughty thoughts about how her arm would be at the end of the trip.
Paul and others, do you have any suggestions if I am caught with a ‘Karen’ again?
I must admit I hate the airlines wanting all the windows closed during the daytime.
Great video Paul. How do you actually find the indirect fares. How do you know which routes would be cheaper?
A bit of intuition and trial and error!
This flight is on my bucket list...
for me one of the meals would be the lobster thermidor from book the cook
Do they still have the morgue drawer in the A350s, like in the old A340?
Now there’s a question. I don’t know!
The carpets have been like that forever (I think they were the same in the 80s when i lived there).
The longest flight I've done is 14+ in prem economy (Air NZ). I struggle with aircraft seats but we couldn't afford the extra thousands for business class. No sleep made it a very long flight! Not sure I could do a longer trip unless I had an opportunity to lie flat...
Definitely a wacky and outlandish experience you should try once in a lifetime.
I hope i can do this trip one day. Sounds exciting. ❤