Flight Reviews

Read the first-hand experiences of the AFF editorial team as they fly around the world on different airlines and cabins. Our honest reviews will help you when deciding which airline to book with.

A Trip of “Firsts” to the USA

It may have been a short trip to the United States, but our member Amaroo certainly travelled there in style! Our member flew Qantas First class to Los Angeles, en-route to Las Vegas and New York. But that wasn’t the only “first” on a trip that also saw our member trying out new airport lounges … Continued

16 Jul 2016 Flight Reviews

A Bucket List Flight in First

An international flight in First class is a bucket list trip for many people. But our member Justinf recently decided to turn his dream into a reality by sampling First class on Qantas’ longest flight! Flying from Sydney to Dallas/Fort Worth in the United States, our member got to try out Qantas’ flagship First class product on the … Continued

1 Jun 2016 Flight Reviews

Emirates First across the Tasman

Flying in First class on an international flight may seem out of reach. But our members have discovered a way to do just that. Emirates regularly offers First class sale fares from New Zealand to Australia for under NZ$900. These fares also earn 120 Qantas status credits, making them a great way to earn some … Continued

11 May 2016 Flight Reviews

Six Days of Luxury for $1,200!

Six days of ultimate luxury, involving First class flights and five-star hotels may sound like merely a dream. But this is exactly what one AFF member was recently lucky enough to experience. After flying from Australia to the UAE in First class on Etihad Airways, our member Moindardt spent three nights at a popular 5-star hotel in … Continued

20 Apr 2016 Flight Reviews

An Unconventional Route to Europe

Our member Mattg recently returned from a whistle-stop tour of Europe, taking a rather unique combination of airlines to get there. Our member used a diverse range of premium and low-cost airlines, flying a mixture of Economy and Business class. I love trying new things, espceially when it comes to travel. So as usual I’ve … Continued

23 Mar 2016 Flight Reviews
American Airlines 777

American Airlines Business Class Reviewed

American Airlines recently entered the trans-Pacific market, offering daily flights to Sydney on their flagship Boeing 777 aircraft. Our member casanovawa recently tested the new AA73 service from Los Angeles to Sydney in Business class. They have taken the time to review all aspects of the service, from check-in right through to arrival into Sydney. American Airlines … Continued

16 Mar 2016 Flight Reviews

Air New Zealand to the USA

Australians are spoilt for choice when flying to the United States! There are currently five airlines with direct trans-Pacific flights, and a plethora of other airlines offering one-stop connections. Air New Zealand, Fiji Airways, Hawaiian Airlines and countless Asian carriers all offer convenient one-stop flights to the USA through their respective hubs. Air New Zealand … Continued

10 Feb 2016 Flight Reviews
Finnair A350

Finnair’s New A350 Business Class

With competitive fares, Qantas’ oneworld partner Finnair is already a popular choice for Australians heading to Europe. To further add to the appeal, Finnair is currently introducing brand new Airbus A350 aircraft to its fleet. One member recently flew on the new aircraft from Bangkok to Helsinki in Business class. They took the time to … Continued

27 Jan 2016 Flight Reviews

New A330 Business Suites: Qantas vs Virgin

As Qantas and Virgin Australia compete for the corporate market, both airlines have been pulling all the stops to offer the best product in the pointy end. Both Qantas and Virgin have recently upgraded their A330 Business class to offer luxurious suites and restaurant-quality meals. Our member PaulST had the opportunity to compare and contrast the new … Continued

20 Jan 2016 Flight Reviews

Etihad, Lufthansa & Japan Airlines: A Trip of Firsts

Many of us dream of flying in First class just once. But the first class dream doesn’t have to remain a dream. Thanks to frequent flyer points, it’s more attainable than you may think! In fact, thanks to points, AFF member boomy was fortunate enough to sample First class on three different airlines on a … Continued

6 Jan 2016 Flight Reviews

A 4-Way Domestic Airline Battle

The Australian domestic aviation landscape is dominated by four airlines: Qantas, Virgin Australia, Jetstar and Tigerair. Qantas is widely regarded as the market leader, with Virgin Australia sharing the premium travel market. Meanwhile, low-cost airlines Jetstar and Tigerair compete for travellers on a budget. One AFF member recently travelled on all four domestic airlines – … Continued

9 Dec 2015 Flight Reviews