Qantas Expands International Network - Commences Flights To Seoul & Bengaluru

[Mattg]

Pretty much nothing but full Y and J fare classes left for sale in the first couple of weeks in either direction

That could mean either that the flights are heavily booked, or that Qantas has removed all inventory in the cheaper RBDs in anticipation of cancelling the route. However in this case, I believe it's the former and the route is going ahead

 

[dairyfloss]

That could mean either that the flights are heavily booked, or that Qantas has removed all inventory in the cheaper RBDs in anticipation of cancelling the route. However in this case, I believe it's the former and the route is going ahead

Yes - agreed. There’s still a small amount of other codes here and there, but mainly Y & J. I’d say there’s healthy demand though the Aussie summer holidays at a minimum.

Cheers,
Matt.

 

[AIRwin]

Seoul on Sale including Business class:

https://www.qantas.com/au/en/flight-deals/flights-from-sydney-to-seoul-incheon.html/syd/icn/business

 

[AIRwin]

Inaugural flight QF87 is on its way from SYD to ICN:

https://www.qantasnewsroom.com.au/media-releases/direct-qantas-flights-from-australia-to-south-korea-take-off/

 

[exLXCXFF]

I posted that in the airport section below but did not get any traction - does anyone have any transfer INTL - DOM experience in Bangalore?

“I have just booked SYD - BLR - BOM all on one ticket with both flights having QF numbers.

Has anyone ever done this transfer process? Ie what happens past immigration?

Any information is greatly appreciated.”

 

[PaulyB]

I posted that in the airport section below but did not get any traction - does anyone have any transfer INTL - DOM experience in Bangalore?

“I have just booked SYD - BLR - BOM all on one ticket with both flights having QF numbers.

Has anyone ever done this transfer process? Ie what happens past immigration?

Any information is greatly appreciated.”

I'd like to bump this question although the OP may have already traveled. . I have asked a similar question elsewhere with some good help. Does no one fly to Bengaluru? Or enjoy the transit experience?

I am expecting to be transiting overnight airside and hopefully won't need immigration but would still love any experiences. Thanks!

 

[Ade]

I posted that in the airport section below but did not get any traction - does anyone have any transfer INTL - DOM experience in Bangalore?

“I have just booked SYD - BLR - BOM all on one ticket with both flights having QF numbers.

Has anyone ever done this transfer process? Ie what happens past immigration?

Any information is greatly appreciated.”

I have done INT-DOM transfer at BLR.

Once you land in BLR, do immigration, collect bags and head to the domestic area of the terminal. Note : BLR has only one terminal (T1) which services both INT and DOM. You’ll pass thru a guarded doorway where police will inspect your ID (passport) and your onward BP, which would’ve been issued on your departure from AU.

If you have bags to check in - head over to the respective domestic airline counter. I’m assuming, given all your flights are QF numbers, you will be flying Indigo (6E). Drop your bags. Head to the gate.

There is no domestic lounge access offered, unless, you have one of the participating AMEX CC.

I'd like to bump this question although the OP may have already traveled. . I have asked a similar question elsewhere with some good help. Does no one fly to Bengaluru? Or enjoy the transit experience?

I am expecting to be transiting overnight airside and hopefully won't need immigration but would still love any experiences. Thanks!

For your question - I tried speaking to someone that works at BLR, they were unable to provide a clear answer. I have sent a query form to the airport comms team, awaiting a response.

In your scenario, I expect that you can stay airside overnight. Someone mentioned that there is the 080 airside transit hotel that you can use for a bit of shut eye etc … generally BLR traffic is heavy - so exiting the airport and going into the city for the night might not be a good idea.

That being said, I once had a flight delay and was put up in a nearby hotel at Devanahalli .. it was a decent enough hotel, clean, had a nice hot meal at a local roadside takeaway and hit the bed. The taxi to and from the airport cost about $10 each way. That’s a bit on the higher side, however, when someone hears the word airport, regardless of the language, the prices tend to go up

I often fly in/out of BLR - as it is my entry port into India, however, all of my transits so far have been to domestic destinations, not international ones.

 

[PaulyB]

For your question - I tried speaking to someone that works at BLR, they were unable to provide a clear answer. I have sent a query form to the airport comms team, awaiting a response.

This is terrific Ade. Thankyou. Yes. I have reached a point that I am pretty confident that we can get through to the hotel from transit without dramas as long as we have boarding passes. 080 have actually said to ring them on arrival and they will assist and if going to the Taj meant any chance of needing to recheck our luggage, airside is the way to go. The $64,000 question is whether the luggage will be held for 12 hours although the Qantas site says it is checked through. Will ring BA on Monday for confirmation.

It is amazing how little consistent, concrete info i can find. I might have to journal the experience for future transit passengers.

 

[exLXCXFF]

This is terrific Ade. Thankyou. Yes. I have reached a point that I am pretty confident that we can get through to the hotel from transit without dramas as long as we have boarding passes. 080 have actually said to ring them on arrival and they will assist and if going to the Taj meant any chance of needing to recheck our luggage, airside is the way to go. The $64,000 question is whether the luggage will be held for 12 hours although the Qantas site says it is checked through. Will ring BA on Monday for confirmation.

It is amazing how little consistent, concrete info i can find. I might have to journal the experience for future transit passengers.

my in-laws did this two weeks ago (both P1) and the SYD First Check-in did not check luggage through (their connection was 16 hours from QF67 to BA) and they had to pick it up and schlepp to the Taj.

 

[PaulyB]

my in-laws did this two weeks ago (both P1) and the SYD First Check-in did not check luggage through (their connection was 16 hours from QF67 to BA) and they had to pick it up and schlepp to the Taj.

Uggh. That is not what I wanted to hear. Was it just an oversight? Or do you know any other circumstances?

 

[Ade]

my in-laws did this two weeks ago (both P1) and the SYD First Check-in did not check luggage through (their connection was 16 hours from QF67 to BA) and they had to pick it up and schlepp to the Taj.

Silly question - both legs were in the same PNR, eh?

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their connection was 16 hours from QF67 to BA)

The 16 hour connection played a role, perhaps?

 

[PaulyB]

Silly question - both legs were in the same PNR, eh?

and The 16 hour connection played a role, perhaps?

Yes - my immediate thought too.
@exLXCXFF it would be really helpful to know more details....
Thanks!

 

[exLXCXFF]

Silly question - both legs were in the same PNR, eh?

Post automatically merged: Jun 19, 2023

The 16 hour connection played a role, perhaps?

Yes, same PNR - a QF issued award on QF67 and the BA flight the next day leaving at 8am.

SYD F check-in dragons said they can’t check through as it involves “overnight” in BLR. They are both retired and did not pick the fight and just accepted it. They stayed at the Taj overnight.

 

[PaulyB]

Oh gawd. This is just the sort of experience that worries me. We are staying airside but even so…. I will have to ring BA and Q

 

[Ade]

overnight

This overnight thing seems to be applicable for many airports …

 

[PaulyB]

So here is the result of my research... If the Q people are right it is incredibly disappointing.

BA says it is checked through from Syd.

2 QF call center people (one who checked with their team) said I have to collect the bags and re-check them in because it is a different airline. I am really struggling with this concept..... It's the first time we have transited instead of getting off and spending time in a country so maybe it is true....

I have a low confidence in the offshore call centres after my OWA experiences but they were both pretty sure...

 

[PaulyB]

And following on, here is the hilarious part...

https://help.qantas.com/support/s/article/Baggage-with-connecting-flights

If I am travelling on more than one flight to an international destination will my bags be checked through onto my next flight?
Yes, if:

• Both your flights are booked on the same single booking and;
• Your flights are all with Qantas, or Qantas and Emirates, or Qantas and oneworld airlines.

Your baggage will be transferred between flights for you, and you will receive your boarding pass for your onward flight*

 

[PaulyB]

Follow up on the 2 previous posts.
Just rang Q Call Centre again and got the same answer. Pointed out the article and was told. Oh - well, it must be OK. So they don't really know. I feel for @exLXCXFF's family who were probably sold a pup.

Yes, same PNR - a QF issued award on QF67 and the BA flight the next day leaving at 8am.

SYD F check-in dragons said they can’t check through as it involves “overnight” in BLR. They are both retired and did not pick the fight and just accepted it. They stayed at the Taj overnight.

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[dajop]

So here is the result of my research... If the Q people are right it is incredibly disappointing.

BA says it is checked through from Syd.

2 QF call center people (one who checked with their team) said I have to collect the bags and re-check them in because it is a different airline. I am really struggling with this concept..... It's the first time we have transited instead of getting off and spending time in a country so maybe it is true....

What a load of absolute rubbish. You might as well pick a random person in the street and ask them. The only definitive answer you will get to anything checkin related is from an experienced check in agent at the airport. Normally, same PNR allows through-checking, as long as they airlines have an agreement to do so (hint QF and BA do)

Now they might be right - because of time or other restrictions imposed by BLR airport or the Government of India - but not "because it is a different airline".

 

[PaulyB]

Now they might be right - because of time or other restrictions imposed by BLR airport or the Government of India - but not "because it is a different airline".

Yep - thanks. That is the other part of the question. As my daughter just flew to NY on QF & JL with the baggage checked through I knew it was rubbish but the experience above threw me. Will just have to wait and be ready for anything.