12 HOURS IN QANTAS DISAPPOINTING A380 ECONOMY CLASS from London to Sydney via Singapore

In todays video I find myself travelling from Singapore to Sydney on the Qantas A380 in Economy Class! So how did I find the experience, well I was disappointed. Let me know your thoughts in the description box down below!
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[@maddyc2412]

I like that you don't put loud obnoxious music over most of the flight footage, it makes it feel more immersive and allows for a proper feel of the experience

[@LordPinbarren]

I was always a fan of QANTAS, my last business class flight with them was not great, so I've now switched to Virgin.

[@ifly1]

Thanks for watching, and Merry Christmas :)

[@dereknewbury163]

That laksa looked so good that I am going out to find some for lunch! Yeah, an average unexciting flight., but it got you there reasonably intact it would seem. Being an old man, I am grateful for small mercies these days! Season's greetings and all the best for 2024, mate

[@ifly1]

Thanks for watching, and Merry Christmas :)

[@mrjamesflores]

Thanks for documenting this. I'm flying the QF2 from Singapore to London in July on the A380. Wish me luck!

[@ifly1]

Best of luck! Thanks for watching, and Merry Christmas :)

[@ebismusic8813]

I really enjoy your style of vlog - very calming 😊

[@ifly1]

Oh thank you! Merry Christmas!

[@gunter1444]

My friends just came back via Qantas Economy Oct 2024, Food is very limited & not great😭, & No WiFi Internet available, Maybe coming in 2026. I feel Qantas has gone downhill & saving money

[@raymondleongdiva]

Thanks for loving my country...I flew Qantas a380 a couple of times not too bad the last time was in July of last year ...❤Merry Christmas my friend!

[@ifly1]

Great to hear! Thanks for watching, and Merry Christmas!

[@hazptmedia]

Great Trip Report! You deserve more subs bro

[@ifly1]

Thanks for watching, and Merry Christmas!

[@luimanna-gray8949]

Loved it again. Keep smashing these videos. I'm horrified that Qantas has gone downhill like this. I went on their A330 in 2018 for a holiday in Hawaii, as my aunt and uncle were Qantas club members we were allowed in the Qantas business lounge in Sydney and Honolulu. Qantas stuffed me with food literally back then. The portions have really come down from watching. But really Aidan give yourself a break and have an awesome Xmas and a happy new year!

[@ifly1]

Thanks, will do! Have a Merry Christmas :)

[@suedeakes8384]

Well done. Amazing. You were very precise, and l loved it ❤

[@KaleighMulligan]

im so glad I found your channel! im flying from Chicago to Brisbane later this year, and now has me rethinking flying Qantas. looking forward to future/checking out your past reviews!

[@namanula]

G’day Aidan, I enjoyed your comprehensive review, & like others here have also been disappointed with the slipping standard of service on many Qantas flights. If I can offer a tip, I’d suggest trimming the review down to about 20 minutes, by editing & tightening some of the spoken content. Excellent video capture… 👍

[@HYouTube107]

My dads a Qantas pilot sorry that you didn’t have a good flight of course all flights are different but it’s really something you should be able to expect you can have a good flight each time I hope you have a good flight next time!

[@barryhowsoninadelaide7572]

Great flight review Aidan, very informative mate.

[@ifly1]

Glad you enjoyed it, Thanks for watching, and Merry Christmas :)

[@jcbaily5559]

Thanks for your report! Unfortunately, I am not sold on flying Qantas.....Happy Holidays!!!!!

[@MrAnniebaby]

Great review, love Singapore airport, as an older person who often travels alone it’s very user friendly and the amenities are fantastic.

[@sheckler69]

Great review man and that sunrise landing was amazing! Sad to say but Qantas service these days has definitely fallen below average, which is so sad to see what our national carrier has turned into.

[@ifly1]

Thanks a ton! Have a Merry Christmas :)

[@electro_sykes]

@@ifly1 Qantas is trying to suck

[@davidcartwright5591]

You should get what you pay for , unfortunately that’s not always the case with QF . They charge premium prices for a sub premium product . I fly SYD to the UK regularly , QF has not been an option for a long time , they definitely are not “ the spirit of Australia “ anymore .

[@TheGreatLordDufus]

@@davidcartwright5591 Ripping customers silly and taking advantage of dodgy government largesse is very much the spirit of Australia.

[@davidcartwright5591]

@@TheGreatLordDufus . You are correct Sir . I never looked at it like that, it is indeed “ the spirit of Australia “ .

[@bradmack8953]

Qantas economy is a hard pass for sure, even business is not so good anymore. SQ beats them hands down. Thankful that we get A350's with SQ. Another great review, I really enjoy your content. xx

[@ifly1]

Great point! Thanks for watching, and Merry Christmas :)

[@jamesatkinson6480]

Well presented there. I came close to purchasing Qantas Club membership, as I flew the airline for Defence travel when I was in Reserves, but found it not worth while as I did not fly enough in a civilian capacity with Qantas. I would ask how you would get along without it, but think that a single annual expense is a better idea than having to pay several buying food at the airport? I do remember some years ago when the family flew to Auckland, NZ from (origin Adelaide) where Air NewZealand used the DC-10 as their flagship, and returned using Qantas in a Boeing 707, where there were long waits for meals, and service. It seems nothing has changed that way, after nearly 50 years (1974)..!

[@davidrome6066]

Thanks Aidan for another trip review. I did the same flight back in October 2022 after my F1 visit and Malaysia trip. As I agree with a few things I flew in economy and had no problems with my flight. Food was fine, staff were friendly, the entertainment screen worked faultlessly. Yeah Singapore might have the edge on our national carrier but I prefer my loyalty, status and saving a few extra dollars using points. Thou I did the Rome-Sydney BC in August aboard the Dreamliner and it was perfect.

[@74_pelicans]

Good work Aiden, nice video

[@ifly1]

Thanks for watching, and Merry Christmas :)

[@MaartenVVonk]

Thanks Aiden for another good video. I wish you and your family a very Merry Christmas 🎄 and a great 2024 🥂🎆🎇 Already looking forward to the videos next year! Cheers!

[@ifly1]

Thank you! You too!

[@MaartenVVonk]

@@ifly1Thanks! 🎄🎆🥂👍🏼😄

[@Krimzox]

Merry Christmas Aidan! Amazing trip report as always ✈

[@ifly1]

Thanks for watching, and Merry Christmas :)

[@johnt6022]

I really enjoyed your fresh perspective on this airline review! You come across very genuine and engaging. If you're interested in taking your videos to the next level, I'd recommend checking out some of the more established airline reviewers to see how they structure their content and incorporate different elements like visuals or humor. Remember, the best reviewers stay true to their own voice while building upon existing knowledge. Keep up the great work!

[@ifly1]

Thank you! Will do!

[@Noex63]

Great effort Matey... you're a bit of a honey too... keep up the excellent work!

[@crow_au]

absolutely stunning :) 2:15

[@ifly1]

Agreed, Thanks for watching, and Merry Christmas :)

[@LEMMYLEMON]

Amazing review! I recently flew Virgin Australia from Brisbane to Perth return. The service was amazing. And Virgin Australia is now my favourite airline lol Sorry to hear about your flight. However I’m glad that the A380 has made a comeback nevertheless 👍

[@ifly1]

Thanks for watching, great to see that my oldest fan got to fly across the country!

[@LEMMYLEMON]

@@ifly1 :D

[@Khalid_alj1]

new subscriber :) great flight report.

[@ifly1]

Thanks for watching, and Merry Christmas :)

[@Khalid_alj1]

@@ifly1your welcome, and merry Christmas you too

[@tryan7]

Great review. The last time I flew on Qantas was 15 years ago. I found the service to be very good. The staff was very helpful. The airport staff at Sydney airport was also first class. I look forward to returning to see Queenslannd. All the best. ⛱️🛬

[@ifly1]

Thanks for the info! Thanks for watching, and Merry Christmas :)

[@peterfinn6098]

Did the same route in 1996 on a 744 in economy then on the Brisbane with flight number QF52. 747-200. The service was amazing then with real porcelain main course dish, metal cutlery, menu cards, Australian crew that were so down to Earth and friendly. The seats were also a lot more comfortable in economy back then. Still have the menu cards after all these years. There was no individual TV screens but the crew handed out playing cards and games and there was a movie shown on the main screen., for anyone interested. The crew came round every hour with drinks and you could ask for Tim Tams, biscuits and alcoholic drinks without judgement. What an airline Qantas used to be. Today I dread to think.

[@TheHobartAviationFan]

Nice review mate, merry Christmas

[@ifly1]

Happy holidays!

[@IsraelHenriques]

Dad randomly sent me this review. Loved it :) looking forward to connecting with you! 🎉

[@Revilok08]

Great review man, and keep up the amazing videos, I still remember watching your first videos (I could have sworn you had more flight reviews before the overland video) and it’s amazing to see how far you’ve come, keep up the great work, merry Xmas and have a good new year. And don’t forget to have a rest!!!!!!

[@ifly1]

I appreciate that! Yes I did have videos before the Overland, just made them private now. Thanks for watching, and Merry Christmas :)

[@tpplatfzft]

I prefer the Qantas inflight meals than that of the Emirates’ due to taste. As to inflight service standards with QF, it’s hit and miss, sometimes it can get rough - senior FAs like to play mummy sometimes. I’ve been flying with QF since 1998, and Qantas manages to surprise me in one way or the other every time I fly with them. Aidan, Singapore Airlines is overrated, so is Emirates, if you fly with all the airlines for years and years across different cabins, you will notice something really odd - one slightly prefers Qantas after all.

[@ishaanrevankar492]

Looks like you haven't travelled in Emirates. Emirates' crappy 777 would still destroy any Qantas A330 out there.

[@WayneKline]

Another great detailed video Aidan, well done and nice work. Agree with your observations in the SG QF Business Lounge, it always has been pretty good. I guess they did not replace the IFE when they replaced the seats. My experience has usually been good with the QF IFE. Hopefully they have fixed it on that plane by now. Was nice that the seat beside you was empty, always a good thing if this happens. After the lunch you enjoyed, was surprised how much food you then consumed later! 😂😂😂 Congratulations on the Views, 5K and counting, with 3.65K Subscribers, a great result and well deserved.

[@ifly1]

Thanks Wayne, have a Merry Christmas!

[@WayneKline]

@@ifly1 Merry Christmas 🎄🎁 🎅🏻 Aidan.

[@Clemmmmmmmm]

700th like lesgooo thanks for the vid, looking up flights to london rn and this was super helpful

[@Benno101able]

Very good Aidan I have not done the Singapore to Syd but have done the Syd to Dallas on Qantas and I remember those touch screens haha

[@mrrobertjleitch772]

Qantas is very good line

[@jocee569]

Excellent vid. Thanks for sharing.

[@jamessayers4046]

great and informative report! It is a shame how Qantas' standards have decreased so much over the years, especially the food offering. To put it in perspective, you receive more food on Emirates economy compared to Qantas business class (I've flown both) Hopefully they'll improve in the future as there are a lot of quality airlines out there (like SQ/EK as you mentioned). Keep up the great work and I look forward to your future trip reports!👋

[@beagle7622]

Weren’t cardboard boxes part of Economy meals for a time.

[@vanessasay4071]

I’d be pretty upset if my entertainment system stopped working any time during a long haul flight.

[@williamfraser27]

They never updated the flight entertainment system!

[@ifly1]

Yes they didn’t, thanks for watching!

[@T_Dubbs]

Woah dude 100k views!

[@allenyeh123]

I have a case against Qantas in NCAT right now so that really says my thought about Qantas. It's unfortunate I'll stick with them for a while before I consume up all the QFF points but otherwise I won't fly with them anymore.

[@ifly1]

Thanks for watching, and Merry Christmas :)

[@rainlori]

I find that Qantas video thing quite painful to sit through, but that's me!

[@ifly1]

Thanks for watching, and Merry Christmas :)

[@rainlori]

... and to you sir! Keep flying 😉

[@sydneyroosters7964]

Yep, good summary. Pretty average, but wasn't bad. I'm taking the same flight in a couple of weeks. I'm hoping that an upgrade comes through, but they never do, so I'll be in the back row. I flew over to Europe at the end of November in Qantas Premium Economy. It was better than economy. Thank goodness I got it on a sale price. But in my travels, I flew Entebbe to Dubai in Premium Economy on Uganda Airways. It was fabulous. The food was sensational - the chunk of beef tasted as if it was fresh off the cow. The crew were professional, and friendly at the same time. The soft product was typical of business class on Qantas. If Qantas wants to win back support of the public they have got a long way to go!

[@davidw1152]

Watching this is the only way I will experience Qantas as I refuse to fly with this airline. Was once on the world stage but now a disgraceful company.

[@ifly1]

100%, Thanks for watching, and Merry Christmas :)

[@warrenhamilton1081]

How did u get in the business class lounge when u flew ecconomy go figure.

[@ifly1]

@@warrenhamilton1081 Qantas Club membership

[@didntlistendad]

The treatment of staff is so deeply disappointing. A painful contrast to the $24 million to someone who seemed to me to not understand what Australians value. Never thought I’d see Qantas in such a sad state. I’m watching with interest as others involved in that damaging time look to their own payouts.

[@harchihiarchi]

Sadly, i agree. İ initially stopped flying Qantas many years ago. Unfortunately i got caught on a few flights with them due to their codeshare agreements. Now i dont fly with their codeshare..., just in case..😢😢

[@howardsykes2754]

I flew on QF1 at the end of October '23 & couldn't get the touch screen to work & had to resort to the remote. Even then it was inaccurate zipping past what I selected & having to have a few goes at the buttons to get what I wanted to select. I understand using bamboo cutlery but compared to other premium airlines they are next to useless. Having no tray for the food is also a huge negative. I flew out on a Sunday arriving in London the next morning. By Thursday morning I was showing 2 very strong red lines on the Covid test. So, either Blighty welcomed me with open arms and a dose of Covid that I had dodged for 4 years in Oz or the drop down table had Covid remnants on it and as you touch it to lower it & your food then sits on it I could've got it that way. Unfortunately I booked with barely 3 months notice through a travel agency interlocked with Qantas, I had no choice. Had I had a choice it would've been Singapore Airlines as they are my go to carrier. Within Australia Qantas is not too bad, just dearer, but long haul overseas they are well down the list. It may be the safest airline in the world, I'll give them that, but the product in general gets a 7/10 from me & that was my second intercontinental flight with Qantas since 1988 & that too was quite a story.

[@EA00000]

I don’t fly Qantas anymore ! Domestic prefer Rex or Virgin on overseas prefer Emirates or Korean soon will include Turkish

[@ifly1]

Thanks for watching, and Merry Christmas :)

[@EA00000]

@@ifly1 Merry Christmas to you !

[@iftheteafits]

How did you get into the Qantas Club, specifically business class if you weren't flying it that day? I know you can buy passes or I might be getting that confused with other airlines. But I would have thought business was specifically for people flying in that class.

[@gregorylatham3039]

Great report! I have no doubt QF will continue to improve their service under new leadership.... Here's Hoping anyway! P.S the 380 is my absolute favourite closely followed by the 350!

[@JBLegal09]

New subscriber from Melbourne, enjoyed your content - have a lovely Christmas 🎄

[@reneesnyman6946]

Review Emitates A380 Economy long haul...sensational and worth the extra $s...their meal service blows Qantas out of the water...really great food

[@graemeread5368]

Enjoyed the video and your genuine excitement about the A380. It is a great plane but unfortunately travelling on Qantas isn't great at all. Can we look forward to meeting your Mum on one of these videos?

[@gorleegor]

Qantas A380 Y IFE was a joke for me too it was pretty useless for me QF1 24 hours flight to London, it was due to Qantas chose not to refurbish the Y class except the seat padding. On the way back on QF2 I was in the refurbished J class and all the seat features were spot on.😮

[@Daniel-ld7xs]

Nice video dude

[@ifly1]

Thanks for watching, and Merry Christmas :)

[@raider3327]

Qantas has declined a lot. I'll move to emirates, etihad, Singapore and delta

[@maddyc2412]

Be careful with Emirates though, as they often partner with Qantas and it doesn't always tell you that when you book you end up on a Qantas plane

[@raider3327]

@@maddyc2412 emirates qantas agreement has ended. Qantas now go London via Singapore and not Dubai. I'd probably go Singapore to London

[@markperry2979]

New to your channel...Volume was very low here at times... But enjoyed it

[@Logan_Woods-zd2zi]

I lived in Australia for 15 years and Laksa was very popular in the 2000s (noughties). It must have been hot and humid in Singapore, eh. I used to fly QF a lot, including the A380 to LAX and back from SYD. Comfortable, but boring, you hardly feel it move and not the most handsome plane to look at.

[@ifly1]

Thanks for watching, and Merry Christmas :)

[@Logan_Woods-zd2zi]

@@ifly1 Merry Christmas to you too

[@duaneowens7777]

how come the qantas a380 look bad. Seems like a comfortable experience. How was the customer service and food from one to ten?How much baggage did you check in? Weight? Sure there were lots of bags on the baggage carousel in sydney with the a380.

[@ifly1]

It was alright, and I didn’t check in bags. Thanks for watching, and Merry Christmas :)

[@alistairtaylor4989]

I don’t know why everyone is saying Qantas is now worse than Singapore Airlines. This is not a recent issue as Singapore Airlines has always been better than Qantas.

[@hbaviation2008]

Wonderful trip report mate! Keep them coming. I'm flying back from Singapore to Brisbane next month but with SQ

[@ifly1]

Have fun! Thanks for watching, and Merry Christmas :)

[@suedeakes8384]

Awesome

[@arnellbamba]

It is meant to be The Spirit of Australia 🇦🇺......where to now Qantas?

[@davidshepherd6104]

You really should try the Finnair aircraft operating for Qantas

[@encryptededdy]

It's certainly quite questionable why Qantas didn't update the seats & IFE in economy when refurbishing the rest of the cabins in the A380s. If you use the remote its a bit more bearable.

[@peterfinn6098]

Terrible food offerings, what happened to this airline? They used to look after economy class passengers very well 25 years ago in the food and drink items. Real cutlery, 4 course melas and a porcelain dish in economy for the main course. I still have the me u cards they handed out back then fromLondon to Singapore on QF10. Oh and several passings of wine from the crew during the meal. They WERE amazing, but I also refuse to fly them and spoil my experience 25 years ago

[@haresh911]

Hey from singapore :)

[@ifly1]

Thanks for watching, and Merry Christmas :)

[@luckyprice4548]

Lucky no body sitting next to you.....its means a good might sleep❤

[@wellardsmith3629]

Clearly things on a Qantas A380 Haven't changed. Rubbish IFE and tiny food service. Plus, as I had a scotch & Dry for a pre dinner service, I wasn't allowed another alcoholic drink with my dinner. The IFE was so slow and pixilated. Over all, it's a massive NO for me.

[@CarolynDavies-j8j]

Nothing is as it was but Qantas still has an exceptional safety standard and top pilots to fly the plane. Surely getting there in one piece is more important than the glossy stuff humans demand. Hopefully 2024 they will regain some of the comforts to make the trip more comfortable

[@EsperanceYT]

Damn it’s really sad to see what our national carrier has become. Anyways merry Christmas 🎄

[@ifly1]

Thanks for watching, and Merry Christmas :)

[@EsperanceYT]

@@ifly1 you too!!

[@avgeek-o1g]

LA-sydney is the best economy for A380. free drinks bar and everything

[@robbiemorrison7085]

I’m seeing this a lot with the one world airlines, they’ve Banned Josh Cahill from Qatar, BA is an absolute joke now, my parents flew with them recently and they left their bags in Athens.

[@fruitpunch5260]

31 inches of legroom on an A380 is crazy 😂They need to refurbish these A380's to bring them in-line with the industry standard of 32 inches. Their Dreamliners have it..

[@jjjddd231]

Qantas hasn't been able to match SIA in terms of onboard service for the past 30 years. What you do get with Qantas however is to fly with the world's very best pilots in control of the plane.

[@ifly1]

Very much agreed! Thanks for watching, and Merry Christmas :)

[@arena.neverdie]

Qantas recently screwed up my booking, first cancelling my flight 4 hours before departure, then rebook it for the next day, same schedule, but literally forgot to rebook the connecting flight for me go fly from HK to Nanjing airport, so that night they told me to book hotels and another flight which cost me close to 500AUD, now they just got reply from them after 4 weeks stating they will only compensate me for 300AUD and no more! Wtf is this Qantas? How could you tell me to pay for hotel and flight on my own using my own money and providing me with 0 help? Now won't even compensate me for my time and financial losses? Can ACCC do anything about this?

[@arena.neverdie]

Oh! Not to mention they lost my luggage for 4 days! Their reason was that I didn't board the plane from Melbourne to Hong Kong, then how the hell was I in HK airport then?

[@FayMitchell-c2k]

You are travelling economy class, but using business class is this for anyone?

[@JJ-vy2rh]

Qantas has fallen so far SIA the best, don't even get a meal tray

[@ifly1]

Thanks for watching, and Merry Christmas :)

[@johnbao2010]

Can not agree more. qf a380 is not what I think it is. Seats are narrow, entertainment system is poor in terms of content and interface response. The headset is connected to the arm rest taking up the space already tide. A bad long haul flight experience with the plane. Pos: the flight is much much stable than the other smaller jets

[@helensmith4542]

This is definitely the airline I avoid due to the airlines reputation

[@josemathew8658]

I been on qantas a couple days ago and I think its good but Alan Joyce is ruining it

[@Dreamer10888]

i love ecnomy food, the plastic tray, the foil, the random sides... but the environemnt is suffering so badly with all of this one time plastic.....! And that screen sucks... need to complain for compensation, otherwise you might as well fly on scoot?

[@MouaadJoumani]

goodlyck

[@sharlenegolding2437]

😂😂😂

[@grahammaybury2261]

3rd rate airline the food is discusting and why the foreign crew whats wrong with Aussie men and woman crewing our planes..

[@codybowman803]

@@grahammaybury2261 racist much

[@elizabethdawson4108]

xox