BNE Intl J lounge - pre security access only Apr - Sep

[xtra]

Are they doing anything in the lounge to compensate for this, or is it still Seppelt bubbles for the plebs paying $10k fares? They would never contemplate doing this in Sydney.

 

[moa999]

They would never contemplate doing this in Sydney

Think it's the airport doing this not Qantas... And it's better than no lounge for 3+months.

And remember in Sydney they've just moved into a temporary lounge that's been described as having the vibe of a school cafeteria.

 

[xtra]

Well in Syd I have the F lounge!

This is an airline with significant market power over an airport with significant real estate. If they wanted they could either have improved the lounge experience (I don't know, maybe better than $15 sparkling for P?), offered something else airside (even a holding pen with light refreshments) or both. They don't see the need.

I would love to think @FlyandStay's experience was because of a late delay but my own QF experience would suggest 70 minutes is 70 minutes! Who at the gate would think to coordinate with the lounge? Pretty appalling and a big reason to avoid BNE QF.

 

[AIRwin]

Final JQ flight tonight before access to BNE International lounge is revoked

 

[henrus]

Interesting comment has appeared on lounge page that for those in an international connection to approach the transfer desk for more information.

I wonder if they provide those in international transit a voucher for either food or another lounge?

 

[whughes3]

Concerning the issue of international transit pax accessing the lounge, an interesting post on FT recently...

https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/qantas-frequent-flyer/2216616-brisbane-international-lounge-access-restriction-until-late-2026-a.html

 

[henrus]

Concerning the issue of international transit pax accessing the lounge, an interesting post on FT recently...

Seems like it’s a $25 voucher and that’s it. Sure it’s better than nothing but still I think access to a different lounge or higher amount would be better.

 

[60165636]

Are they doing anything in the lounge to compensate for this, or is it still Seppelt bubbles for the plebs paying $10k fares? They would never contemplate doing this in Sydney.

They have had Piper-Hiedsick behind the bar for anyone who asks politely for years.