CatherineC
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- Mar 22, 2015
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I took advantage of the double status credits promotion and booked Perth- JFK return via Sydney and LA. I travelled to US with Qatar earlier in the year so was keen to try the 'other way'. I booked the 'upgradeable' economy fare and immediately requested a points upgrade to PE on Sydney to JFK segment and return. I was pleasantly surprised when the upgrade Sydney to JFK came through! I travelled to Sydney late afternoon and stayed overnight in Rydges at International Terminal. This was very convenient and I had a very comfortable room. Short walk the next morning to departure terminal. Sydney to LAX is on the A380 and PE is on upper deck. I chose aisle middle section and had a spare seat next to me. The seat was very comfortable with plenty of leg room. The meals were excellent and plenty of snacks and refreshments were offered throughout. I found the staff very pleasant and helpful and the time passed quite quickly. The changeover in LAX (2hours) was a bit stressful as delays with luggage collection, customs and security took up most of the time but it's always good knowing you are on a connecting flight which will be there when you eventually arrive at the gate. When we left the first flight into LAX we were given 'Express' tickets to apparently move through the queues quicker but they were of little use! Luggage has to be collected, taken through customs and then rechecked into connecting flight. Security lines were lengthy and there was no 'express' service! Fortunately, all was done within 2 hours! The next flight from LAX to JFK was also really enjoyable and we arrived in JFK slightly ahead of schedule. I was really happy with the trip and particularly enjoyed PE! I went economy with Qatar earlier in the year and flights were packed so can't really compare but think Qantas PE is well worth the extra money/points. Here's hoping the return flight is as good!