No way. I've flown SQ J many times (and loved every minute of every flight) but I wouldn't pay that amount to upgrade from PE. The wines are OK (same as you can get in Dan Murphy for $20) and the food is restaurant quality say $80-100 for three courses. So ask yourself would you upgrade to 8 hours in the penthouse on arrival for $700?
I personally would not, It's not a great discount or anything just sounds better as you are only paying for one sector out of 4. However, it would be a nice way to experience SQ J on a great airline and airplane.
Just beware of SQ ''new'' business class seats on the 350 and 777. While initially they look like a luxury lounge chair you will hit the seat in front on the slightest lean back. They have fitted a shelf to one side to rest your legs on while in recline. Therefore you'll be watching TV at a 45 degree angle. Great for lower back issues!!!!
The upside is that the bed is best in class with lots of shoulder room.
I wouldn't. SQ Y and W is a pretty ok place to be for 7 hours. I find the A350 J seats uncomfortable, especially with the angle. Plus, when the bed is out, trying to sit up with you legs out is like sitting on a board. The food is nice (esp. book the cook), but feels cookie cutter compared to J meals on QF and VA.
699 (if AUD, even better) is a steal, as business can often be over double the price of the lowest PE fare. Both 777/A350 and A380 business class products are industry-leading. Enjoy!!
radson
radson
Virgin Australia - Velocity Rewards
Member since 13 Mar 2017
Total posts 2
Just 2 beers ? :p
duffa Banned
duffa Banned
Member since 11 Nov 2017
Total posts 5
No way. I've flown SQ J many times (and loved every minute of every flight) but I wouldn't pay that amount to upgrade from PE. The wines are OK (same as you can get in Dan Murphy for $20) and the food is restaurant quality say $80-100 for three courses. So ask yourself would you upgrade to 8 hours in the penthouse on arrival for $700?
rodlo
rodlo
Member since 05 Nov 2014
Total posts 2
I would not. I did return to LHR with SQ in business and was so disappointed with both legs I refuse to fly SQ again
oxy
oxy
Member since 03 May 2017
Total posts 5
I personally would not, It's not a great discount or anything just sounds better as you are only paying for one sector out of 4. However, it would be a nice way to experience SQ J on a great airline and airplane.
Gazza129
Gazza129
Member since 11 Nov 2017
Total posts 13
Just beware of SQ ''new'' business class seats on the 350 and 777. While initially they look like a luxury lounge chair you will hit the seat in front on the slightest lean back. They have fitted a shelf to one side to rest your legs on while in recline. Therefore you'll be watching TV at a 45 degree angle. Great for lower back issues!!!!
Paully
Paully
Virgin Australia - Velocity Rewards
Member since 02 Feb 2015
Total posts 22
I really dont think SIA reps negotiate with PE flyers
jsm2090
jsm2090
Virgin Australia - Velocity Rewards
Member since 04 Apr 2018
Total posts 4
I wouldn't. SQ Y and W is a pretty ok place to be for 7 hours. I find the A350 J seats uncomfortable, especially with the angle. Plus, when the bed is out, trying to sit up with you legs out is like sitting on a board. The food is nice (esp. book the cook), but feels cookie cutter compared to J meals on QF and VA.
Bruce777
Bruce777
Aegean Airlines - Miles & Bonus
Member since 17 Sep 2017
Total posts 26
699 (if AUD, even better) is a steal, as business can often be over double the price of the lowest PE fare. Both 777/A350 and A380 business class products are industry-leading. Enjoy!!
SpeedbirdUK
SpeedbirdUK
British Airways - Executive Club
Member since 18 May 2018
Total posts 2
jch
jch
Virgin Australia - Velocity Rewards
Member since 15 Nov 2017
Total posts 143
I basically did this on an upcoming return flight, booked the cheapest PE then upgraded one of the legs for $700.