Thanks for this. I have the good fortune to be booked on Fiji's A350 from Vancouver to Melbourne in January in business class. Fiji Airways is due to take delivery of its extra A350s in August, which should lower the risk of equipment swaps on the North American routes (the A330s will be used to serve Australia, NZ and Japan apparently). Business class is very keenly priced, at least out of Vancouver, being double that of economy on the day I'm flying and about 40% of the price of business class from the US3 and Qantas from the US west coast (and only a couple of hundred dollars more than flying economy on Qantas non-stop from LA for that matter). It's reassuring to know that despite the low price, it's pretty good. I'll try their economy in April on a flight to San Francisco (unless I bid to upgrade). It also looks pretty good. One final thought: as a Melburnian, transiting through Nadi is a lot easier than transiting through Sydney. (Reposted to add a couple of extra thoughts.)
did the same trip in business class from LAX on the 9th of September . Loved it as well there were some things that did amuse us but we would and will do the trip again. We didnt notice the music on landing , We flew onto Sydney from Nadi as well . The lounge details were the same they said you can only use air NZ lounge and it was very crowded but we found seats out on the veranda as well . Nice review too enjoy reliving the journey again
Great job on the review. Haven't flown Fiji Airways but I did fly Qantas business class from LAX to Melbourne on the A380 back in 2020. So I flew the old A380 cabin (2-2-2) and I don't know if Qantas has retrofitted all their Supers with the new seats but I would definitely say this Fiji Airways A350 product beats the QF cabin I flew to Oz night and day.
I've flown with them many times Melbourne to Nadi, Sydney to Nadi, economy and business, and for that length trip (4-5 hours) I'm more than happy with either their max8 or 350 in business, plus you still earn Qan points if so inclined. I've got nothing but good things to say about them, but then I like Air NZ too. I'd happily take this over equivalent Qan product for same destination.
Some nice Santa Monica footage -we love that in and out burger location ;) Would be helpful to us analytical fare shoppers to know what kind of pricing you pay on your trips - whether points or cash - half the fun of flying is the hunt for a great deal!
In my videos the past couple of years I post the prices on cash or miles in the video description! It’s a bit hard on this specific flight because it included 4 flights on one ticket, but this was booked using 55,000 Alaska miles. Sadly this sweet spot is going away this year.
Thanks very much for this - I'll be flying that route in the other direction. It's supposed to be an A350.... I have flown NZ biz from AHL to HOU, and thought they were pretty good, particularly in the drinks department.
We are flying this exact flight in February with my 3 kids. Can you tell me how we get access to those lounges? Do we have to pay extra? We have a 7 hour layover after we land in LAX from Florida. It's a 2 full day travel for us and I'm nervous. We are flying coach of course. Your seat looks amazing.
So I'm not an expert in LAX like I am Chicago, but I don't believe that any of the lounges in the Bradley Terminal (the international one) have day passes. I'm also assuming you don't have airline status with Oneworld (Sapphire and up would grant access even on economy). The only lounge that you'd possibly have access to is the Amex Centurion lounge if you have a Platinum card. The Club at LAX and the Alaska Lounge sell day passes but are in different terminals (and you can't transfer airside), and likely won't reduce your anxiety. With 7 hours I'd say there's plenty to do in the terminal, or perhaps grab an uber and head to the beach like I did, it was nice to walk around before a long flight.
I wonder if all the lounge strangeness is connected with the ownership structure. Qantas own a large percentage and Ear En Zud (Air NZ) are also (much smaller) part owners.
Been to Fiji numerous times as its only 2 hours from AKL. The Fijian way is warm and friendly but can be slower; "island time" is the norm. If you are in no hurry this is really great. And don't worry about offending us Kiwis when it comes to Air NZ Business Class; those seats are awful!!! (A change to better seats is in progress)
i Flew this airplane, Bus. Class in 2019 330 air bus and the service food condiments were great/amazing and later they have tightened up the budget to cheap soy trail mix and Chex mix food is terrible. desert is cheap too seems like management are making more profit at our expenses
What do you mean sniffer dogs at lax. The only dogs they have at lax are for explosives not drugs and if you are in the international terminal security it's the same for all airlines unless Fiji has a separate check right before you board or something.
Prior to standard security they had everyone form two lines, and walk in pairs past a dog. I really haven't seen it in the US much, happened to me before in Australia once.
Not flying any airline playing music like that. They don't think of the passengers just them selves to hear. Irritating I can imagine. Stick to Qantas.
Dam, what a moaner with an annoying voice over. Remember not all of us get the chance to fly Business class, so most people would find it awesome, not the whining about this and that. The main thing is that they got you to paradise safely and on time.
So Fiji Airways: Have you flown it? Would you prefer to connect in Fiji rather than taking US or ANZAC airlines?
I'm from Fiji
Thanks for this.
I have the good fortune to be booked on Fiji's A350 from Vancouver to Melbourne in January in business class. Fiji Airways is due to take delivery of its extra A350s in August, which should lower the risk of equipment swaps on the North American routes (the A330s will be used to serve Australia, NZ and Japan apparently).
Business class is very keenly priced, at least out of Vancouver, being double that of economy on the day I'm flying and about 40% of the price of business class from the US3 and Qantas from the US west coast (and only a couple of hundred dollars more than flying economy on Qantas non-stop from LA for that matter). It's reassuring to know that despite the low price, it's pretty good.
I'll try their economy in April on a flight to San Francisco (unless I bid to upgrade). It also looks pretty good.
One final thought: as a Melburnian, transiting through Nadi is a lot easier than transiting through Sydney.
(Reposted to add a couple of extra thoughts.)
did the same trip in business class from LAX on the 9th of September . Loved it as well there were some things that did amuse us but we would and will do the trip again. We didnt notice the music on landing , We flew onto Sydney from Nadi as well . The lounge details were the same they said you can only use air NZ lounge and it was very crowded but we found seats out on the veranda as well . Nice review too enjoy reliving the journey again
If you carry your TSA Precheck card, you can go through the TSA line. It doesn't have to be printed on your boarding pass.
Great job on the review. Haven't flown Fiji Airways but I did fly Qantas business class from LAX to Melbourne on the A380 back in 2020. So I flew the old A380 cabin (2-2-2) and I don't know if Qantas has retrofitted all their Supers with the new seats but I would definitely say this Fiji Airways A350 product beats the QF cabin I flew to Oz night and day.
I've flown with them many times Melbourne to Nadi, Sydney to Nadi, economy and business, and for that length trip (4-5 hours) I'm more than happy with either their max8 or 350 in business, plus you still earn Qan points if so inclined. I've got nothing but good things to say about them, but then I like Air NZ too. I'd happily take this over equivalent Qan product for same destination.
Some nice Santa Monica footage -we love that in and out burger location ;) Would be helpful to us analytical fare shoppers to know what kind of pricing you pay on your trips - whether points or cash - half the fun of flying is the hunt for a great deal!
In my videos the past couple of years I post the prices on cash or miles in the video description! It’s a bit hard on this specific flight because it included 4 flights on one ticket, but this was booked using 55,000 Alaska miles. Sadly this sweet spot is going away this year.
Looks pretty good it's much better then the qantas business class that's for sure.
Thanks very much for this - I'll be flying that route in the other direction. It's supposed to be an A350.... I have flown NZ biz from AHL to HOU, and thought they were pretty good, particularly in the drinks department.
I took this flight in business and I agree!
We are flying this exact flight in February with my 3 kids. Can you tell me how we get access to those lounges? Do we have to pay extra? We have a 7 hour layover after we land in LAX from Florida. It's a 2 full day travel for us and I'm nervous. We are flying coach of course. Your seat looks amazing.
So I'm not an expert in LAX like I am Chicago, but I don't believe that any of the lounges in the Bradley Terminal (the international one) have day passes. I'm also assuming you don't have airline status with Oneworld (Sapphire and up would grant access even on economy). The only lounge that you'd possibly have access to is the Amex Centurion lounge if you have a Platinum card.
The Club at LAX and the Alaska Lounge sell day passes but are in different terminals (and you can't transfer airside), and likely won't reduce your anxiety. With 7 hours I'd say there's plenty to do in the terminal, or perhaps grab an uber and head to the beach like I did, it was nice to walk around before a long flight.
I wonder if all the lounge strangeness is connected with the ownership structure. Qantas own a large percentage and Ear En Zud (Air NZ) are also (much smaller) part owners.
Quite possible. I also think it may be a holdover from COVID days (when some lounges were closed) and/or simply misinformed ground staff.
Awesome ❤
Been to Fiji numerous times as its only 2 hours from AKL. The Fijian way is warm and friendly but can be slower; "island time" is the norm. If you are in no hurry this is really great. And don't worry about offending us Kiwis when it comes to Air NZ Business Class; those seats are awful!!! (A change to better seats is in progress)
I totally agree!! I will not fly Air NZ again until those NASTY NASTY biz seats are in the tip!!!!
i Flew this airplane, Bus. Class in 2019 330 air bus and the service food condiments were great/amazing and later they have tightened up the budget to cheap soy trail mix and Chex mix food is terrible. desert is cheap too seems like management are making more profit at our expenses
What do you mean sniffer dogs at lax. The only dogs they have at lax are for explosives not drugs and if you are in the international terminal security it's the same for all airlines unless Fiji has a separate check right before you board or something.
Prior to standard security they had everyone form two lines, and walk in pairs past a dog. I really haven't seen it in the US much, happened to me before in Australia once.
The business class section needs doors. And new FA uniforms.
My only annoyance is trying to book this flight at a reasonable price.
Oh for sure, though occasionally I've seen some sales. The sweet spot of 50k Alaska miles to New Zealand that I did on this flight is sadly no more.
Another great fucking video! Damn no TSA PreCheck 🙄
Is that coming and going??? I have global entry
They’ve since added it, so you should be good. Only for departure.
@@Travelog thank you 😊
You sound just like the guy from Cody Explanes
Your annoyance but not bothering you. Hmmmm contradicting.
You can tell those who hate Fiji Airways to fly other airlines.........FJ don't need their business !!!
Qantas is far better in business class. Take my advice on that one.
Not flying any airline playing music like that. They don't think of the passengers just them selves to hear. Irritating I can imagine. Stick to Qantas.
Super helpful. The music at landing is a killer! Thank goodness for earplugs
Dam, what a moaner with an annoying voice over. Remember not all of us get the chance to fly Business class, so most people would find it awesome, not the whining about this and that. The main thing is that they got you to paradise safely and on time.