How Singapore Airlines Did the Impossible

[@obroni]

I flew SQ 22 several times between Newark and Singapore, back when it would fly over Russian airspace. We flew right over the North Pole at about about 3am. It was fun watching the flight map, because near the North Pole, you fly through 12 time zones in a couple of minutes, and then it's suddenly 3pm... and you gain a day!

[@apparentlyzak]

ihad to read that twice

[@simonnandwa5738]

That's incredibly fun as a Geographer

[@AniyanChettan-i5n]

Thank god you are alive to explain the happiness

[@overturex87]

infinite time glitch

[@veralim15]

@@apparentlyzakwycidastgcgxijk

[@papatango2362]

I personally think that nonstops are ALWAYS better. It removes the anxiety of missing connection and losing luggage etc. That is almost always worth paying a little more.

[@grayrabbit2211]

I'm of the opposite opinion and prefer.to connect, especially when stuck with narrowbody aircraft. I usually factor a minimum of 2.5 hrs for a connection which leaves plenty of room for delays and plenty of time at the lounge. I normally fly Delta in the USA so lost luggage isn't much of a concern and delays are minimal.

[@JS-gt5bh]

If you do need to make a connection and you check baggage make sure the scheduled arrival time of your flight and the connecting flight have a 2 hour scheduled window. If you buy the 30 or 45 minute connection window with checked baggage the chances of it not getting on the second flight are greatly increased 😊

[@rannyacernese6627]

On a long trip a break is nice

[@georgiathai4961]

My wife and I did this on one of the last flights using the A340-500. On the return flight from Newark there were only 23 passengers on board. Like riding on a private jet.

[@allthat46]

If you travel with a good airline, like Emirates, delays will be sorted out.

[@diamondshard2]

I took this flight in September for the Singapore F1 GP race. The flight there was surprisingly really not a chore. It felt significantly shorter than it really was and I didn't actually feel too jetlagged. The crew and hard product was definitely a league above any US carrier.

[@bossjihyo2276]

You're so lucky! I love F1, I hope you had a great time

[@LarissaLima-eu9wi]

I agree with you. Nonstop flights are definitely more convenient and less stressful. It's worth paying a little extra for the peace of mind and avoiding potential travel complications.

[@jaryltan7647]

I’m glad you enjoyed your time with our national airline carrier, hope you visit again soon~

[@rvs55]

US Airlines completely suck donkey balls in their service. Their fcking aircrew act as if you owed them something. I'd rather fly mostly Asian and Middle Eastern carriers, like Emirates, Qatar, Singapore Airlines, JAL, Cathay Pacific or Korean Air. I don't have to deal with American Karens as aircrews

[@mr.c5217]

F1!!? I'm jealous. Only did Formula-E 🥱

[@laurencelundblade5538]

LA to Singapore on Singapore Air was one of the best flights I've ever been on for many of the reasons Coby explanes. The very flat beds, the good WiFi, the very caring and understated staff. Coby, you got this one figured out!

[@LarissaLima-eu9wi]

Having a nonstop flight saves time, eliminates the hassle of layovers, and reduces the risk of missing connecting flights. The added convenience and peace of mind make it worth the extra cost for many travelers.

[@AlmostMonumental27]

I love SQ (Singapore Airlines) and have flown its 380s halfway around the world in business class. It’s sensational, tied with Emirates as my favorite intercontinental airline. The service and meals are beyond beyond, and the courtesy is over the top. I can’t wait to do this long-haul 19-hour jaunt across the North Pole to New York. I’m going back around the world soon, flying Emirates from JFK through Dubai to Hong Kong to see friends, then SQ down to beautiful Singapore, and this flight home to New York. And my longest flight was aboard Emirates EK from Dubai to Houston, 17 hours in the air. Grueling! I was ready to jump out at the US-Canadian border, and we had 3-4 hours remaining. Then a shuttle back to Alabama. Like that, Coby?

[@CyberSystemOverload]

You like OTT courtesy? Why?

[@sleepyheadz]

@@CyberSystemOverload You like abusive customer service? Why?

[@Chris-N916]

I applaud the flight attendant/spokeswoman for correctly addressing the airline’s customers as “passengers”. It is quite annoying when airlines, cruise companies, etc call their customers “guests”, because guests don’t pay, passengers do.

[@iankoh]

*stewardess

[@Chris-N916]

@@iankoh Steward/stewardess has been disused since the 1970s. The gender neutral term “flight attendant” is preferred these days.

[@chase418]

Hotels call their customers “guests” and they have to pay to be there 🤷🏼‍♂️

[@gta4everrr]

On top of that, "passenger" highlights a business's duty to care for someone's safety and wellbeing more than "guest."

[@streetmaster2006]

“PAX”

[@PH-qt6fj]

I flew from Newark to Singapore last year in business class. Just wonderful. Like a 5 star hotel in the sky.

[@EpicThe112]

You are spot on with that flight by the way I Asked an American who is married to a Filipina that lives in Secaucus/Union City they preferred SQ21 EWR-SIN with SQ918 SIN-MNL over PR127. If your itinerary ended up like this Newark to Singapore to Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport you are better off taking SQ21 over PR127 basically you get better service from the origin point to destination. Over Philippine Airlines which the Mandarin speaking Singaporean spells out as 菲律賓航空

[@CharlesMcBride-s5j]

I flew the SIN-EWR on an A340, all business class configuration and I would do it again. After my company insisted I extend a trip to KL, this was the best option home for me.I loved it. Singapore Airline is the best service I have experienced.

[@Cybernetic_Systems]

Here in Australia, long international flights are the norm. I fly from Melbourne to LAX and back, that’s 14-16 hours depending on the wind direction. TBH, I’m getting pretty restless with a couple of hours to go.

[@CoSmicGoesRacing]

And is set to take the title of longest non-stop flights in the world once Project Sunrise debuts in 2026 with SYD-LHR and SYD-JFK. And like Singapore, the A350s Qantas is slated to get are special, that it should’ve been unofficially known as the A350-1000ULR. (Since in addition to a four-class premium heavy cabin, the aircraft will get the extra range boost with an extra set of fuel tanks like SQ’s -900ULRs)

[@AlmostMonumental27]

I suffered through a 15-hour flight from Sydney to LAX once and it was awful. Last time I ever flew coach internationally. Big rude man reclined in my lap the whole time and his whiny daughter griped at me for jiggling his seat when I had one-inch clearance to get to the loo. Obnoxious Aussies, they were.

[@silentblackhole]

I thought Australia still was doing the longest flight in the air between Sydney and Houston?

[@Cybernetic_Systems]

@@silentblackhole good point point, apparently that’s ~18 hours with a tail wind.

[@LarissaLima-eu9wi]

Nonstop flights are preferred by passengers seeking a hassle-free travel experience due to their time-saving convenience, reduced risk of lost luggage, and elimination of potential travel complications associated with layovers, making them a popular choice for stress-free travel.

[@lowend5566]

In flight service is flawless in Singapore air J class. They are my regular ride and I’m rarely disappointed. The only downside is the Silver Kris lounge in T2 at Changi. It’s very ordinary.

[@endi4654]

Yes disappointing. The target market for T2 are developing countries.. sadly

[@alyonapetrova694]

And it’s impossible to get a shower as people take 3 hr showers! They need a sign up sheet with the water turning off in 15 minutes.

[@lzh4950]

@@endi4654 SQ flights to Japan & S Korea are being transferred from T3 to T2 though. Probably why SIA 2 has a dedicated check-in lounge for 1st class passengers not only in T3 but also in T2

[@EthanChua-v3p]

I mean, there are like many seats and coffee shops to loiter in that provides free wifi, air conditioning, beautiful scenery(depending on where you sit) and a lot of quietness despite being a busy airport, and you dont really need to spend money on water as there is a lot of water coolers.

[@jackyu1143]

Very good video. I haven't had a chance to fly the current SQ22 on the Airbus A359 but back in 2006, I flew the former flight on A345 a few times. I still have very fond memories of these very long flights that allowed me to witness the sunset and sunrise multiple times.

[@csufphil]

I recently did the Singapore Airlines LAX to Singapore flight and it was the best flight experience I have ever had. Kudos to the crew!

[@mijnordna]

Very nice video, man. You continue to set the bar for clean, concise and informative aviation videos. Keep up the good work!

[@ronduncan9527]

I flew this trip in January business class with my two kids! Wish I could post pictures. The most fun I’ve ever had on a flight. SIA is the best! The flight was only 17 1/2 hours due to some good tailwind but the flight went by so quick. Have family in Singapore. 🇸🇬

[@alyonapetrova694]

I wish I had your money!

[@Eric-jo8uh]

My favourite airline, Singapore Airlines. Always have great flights with them. Very professional staff…always.

[@javianjohnson8746]

I've studied this specific flight so much, but it seems like I knew everything EXCEPT the meals curated specifically for battling jet lag w/ certain ingredients and how the chair doesn't simply slide down to form a bed, but actually folds over to create an ever more comfortable surface. Thank yo so much for including those two bits for me 👍

[@WaffleCake-q7d]

Non-stops are both a blessing and a curse. Less wasted time and hassle with connections but can really test your sanity for the super long hauls. I've done Dubai to Auckland numerous times and once you hit that 12 hour mark and realise you still have 4-6 hours it's pure agony... I crave fresh air around that point and nothing can cheer me up! 😂

[@nitinaravindraj6753]

1:56 This was the plane which was involved in the Batam incident. The aircraft landed below the final reserve fuel limit (Singapore Airlines flight 319)

[@hartlmuc]

True, and it's not an A350, but rather a 777-300ER

[@rolandbogush2594]

Not only that, but Singapore Airlines refused to compensate passengers for the subsequent 12 HOUR delay in Batam. Singapore Airlines were truly obnoxious, arrogant and unhelpful - I for one ,will never fly with them again.

[@Calebs_Aviation]

I noticed that too! 😂

[@l0z586]

@@rolandbogush2594unfortunate for you I guess. I bet if I asked you to list down 3 pros of SQ, you wouldn’t be able to.

[@rolandbogush2594]

@@l0z586 Not only can I not name 3 pros, I can't think of a single positive thing to say about SQ. Saying that mostly they don't nearly run out of fuel and crash is hardly a differentiating feature for an airline. I have made hundreds of flights with dozens of airlines, and in my experience, the thing that really differentiates a good airline is how they behave when things go wrong. Of course, things go wrong for all sorts of reasons, and whilst being extremely relieved that they didn't run out of fuel and ditch us all in the sea (which we knew nothing about at the time), Singapore Airline's behaviour in response to the 12-hour delay showed them up to be an airline of the very lowest integrity, showing zero consideration to their passengers and being rude and unhelpful. They think they were really clever and saved some money by refusing any compensation whatsoever, but I have already made several subsequent flights with Emirates, for which Singapore Airlines could have had my money. Their loss!

[@Fly.Marshall]

Excellent video Coby. The SIA experience is magical on any fleet. As a captain on the A350, I can tell you the aircraft is amazing in many of the ways you described. Exciting to hear that Airbus might be looking at how the A350-2000 might further shape an already amazing frame. Keep up the great videos!

[@and1baumann]

I took the NYC/SIN non-stops three times so far and I have to say they're more than comfortable. Never felt they were too long or inconvenient at any point. The crew each time was absolutely amazing.

[@davidnelson2370]

14 hours ADL-DOH on the 777 was my limit. After regularly flying Emirates and waving goodbye with a good 45 minutes still to go, it stretched the relationship. J would be a different story though i'm sure. And the A350-9 is a massive step up in Y compared to the 777-300ER.

[@rogerhargreaves2272]

I’ve flown Singapore Airlines a few times between London & Australia, taking advantage of a subsidised two night stopover in Singapore.

[@alyonapetrova694]

HOW do you get the subsidies?

[@rogerhargreaves2272]

@@alyonapetrova694 Oh, it’s called the Singapore stopover. If you fly Singapore Airlines to Australia or New Zealand for example they can give you a heavily discounted hotel & transfers in Singapore, it includes a few tours, like the Botanical gardens.

[@mottyk8491]

It's definitely on my bucket list The longest flight to date was TLV/JFK (10-11 hr). The flight left around 12:30 a.m., and I arrived at 6am, got a good 8 hrs of sleep, which is more than I get on a regular night (I had zero jet lag)

[@denegrindal1248]

I have been on all of these flights mentioned. When you are actually on the flight, either for business or pleasure, with many options available to you, you don’t feel the 15,18 or more hours paying by.

[@mrrolandlawrence]

this has got to be one of the best air channels out there. Well done mate. You are one of the few who actually get out there & try all these things instead of just reading press releases.

[@ritchiestephen5001]

I flew between Singapore and New York return several times, when the first non-stop flights commenced. It was then that I began to view my flights as a real part of my overall travel experience. I now look forward to long haul as another delightful time, being pampered and enjoying the whole package, is now an essential part of my life.

[@Aurora-p7r]

Singapore Air is by far my favorite airline!

[@jimharris6213]

My longest flight was on UA in 2023 from SIN to SFO. I didn’t have a problem. I did continue on to PIT and felt rather good upon arrival. It did take the usual several days to recoup. I would go back to SIN and would love to try the Singapore flight from SIN to EWR in an elevated class.

[@cr10001]

Heh. I'm due to fly from Auckland to Paris via Dubai on an Emirates A380, Economy class. Auckland - Dubai is about a 17-hour flight, and I'm looking forward to it. Last flight I did Dubai-Auckland I was actually sad that the flight was coming to an end. The whole secret is, the seats are large and comfortable on the A380 even in Economy. Something the airlines that put 3-3-3 into a 787 really need to learn.

[@triarb5790]

Agreed.

[@AvantiRacing]

I have family in SA, and when SAA moved to nonstop A340 service that was probably the longest flight I have ever been on, JFK to ORT

[@bingbong7777]

Singapore and New York are two financial hubs so SQ can afford to charge $$$$$

[@unknownperson3691]

They don’t go for too much more than an economy flight.

[@Wolfennsteinn]

It cost around SGD$1.5K to SGD$1.9K 2 ways SIN to JFK and back on premium economy. Which is similar to flying from SIN to Frankfurt in Lufthansa in economy at around SGD$1.4K to SGD$1.8K 2 ways.

[@NicotineRosberg]

So basically tax write offs

[@level1selamat155]

Pinoy detected

[@jassenjj]

I think that the flight crew are absolute heroes to enter the "flying tube" with hundreds of people that might go crazy in various ways for 19 hours...

[@jonw4743]

I took the A340-500 years and years ago when it was executive economy. It’s one flight I will never forget and I often wish I’d been able to do it again but after that we went through LA!

[@LostsTVandRadio]

I travel London to New Zealand at least once a year - around 23 hours scheduled flight time. It's gruelling. I dream of the day when the refuelling stop can be eliminated and the cruising speed can be increased. Perhaps it'll happen in my lifetime!

[@random1883]

I one flew SQ SIN-SFO in Economy and it was rather uncomfortable even if the food and service were good. Last year I flew it in Business class and I slept almost half the flight. Big difference!

[@RM-el3gw]

amazing airline. Hope I get the chance to fly with them someday...

[@michaelf.h8507]

I have flown Singapore a few times from London and via changi to Nagoya and return. Flown in both Business and Economy :Its a truly a 5 star airline in all respects.. Interesting video for ultra long haul. .

[@nursechung1255]

I travel Hong Kong JFK / EWR 12-15 years ago on continental airline and later Cathay pacific, using exclusively Boeing 777. My experience limited to economy class only. I feel most of the time the flight is slightly more than half filled and finding a seat with empty neighbors is not too difficult. And abundant free reading material and no-choice film show entertainment system make the long flight 16 hours bearable. AFTER Covid , the flight service has never resumed although Cathay has HK to Boston route on non-daily service with similar mileage. I GUESS THE DEMAND is not enough to make it profitable. But back then HK to US East coast nonstop flight is absolutely the best option. Time and convenience and reduced discomfort and safety concern of taking off and landing frequency is the overwhelming reason

[@adriancheng8991]

I enjoy these ultra long haul flight especially if i am flying Business Class. You can sleep a full 8 hours and then spend 4-6 hours before and after your sleep to enjoy your meal and watch a proper movie or 2

[@edwardwilcox6606]

AB & RR pushed the boundaries in their respective fields, the airframer with it`s light composite construction & excellent design & RR building the worlds most efficient & super reliable turbine in the Trent XWB. It was very fortuitous that both these companies came together & produced an aircraft that many of the top airlines were crying out for right out of the box. So many things could have gone wrong with such an advanced approach but it turned out to be seamless to the publics benefit in travelling such long distances.

[@sleepyheadz]

Or you could fly in the Boeing military tin cans with missing rivets.

[@nyc1164]

My wife and I flew Singapore Airlines from JFK to SIN for the first time. We had a great flight and plan to fly with them again.

[@rezhaadriantanuharja3389]

Singapore is fantastic. When you compare the airports in South East Asia side by side, you cannot help but think that Changi is several decades ahead of the others.

[@rev1198]

I took this flight from SIN to EWR... it was a 19 hours journey nonstop and Premium economy seat was very comfortable, food and service were top notch...

[@howardshepherdson2925]

Great video Coby. I think the human factors need as much attention as the technical. Singapore Airlines get this right and so do Qantas on their London Perth and their planning for Project Sunrise. This is something all long haul carriers could learn from. Thanks for your great insights as usual.

[@CoSmicGoesRacing]

Project Sunrise is a massive gamble especially that this will be a much longer mission and unlike Singapore, Qantas is configuring its A350-1000ULR (I call it that because these examples will have extra fuel tanks not seen on most A350-1000s) in a 4-class layout that will include First Class and Economy in addition to Business and Premium Economy. Given the Flying Kangaroo’s shaky reputation as of recent, it’s easy to be skeptical of Project Sunrise on whether or not it can actually provide a good experience and help restore some faith in the Aussie flag carrier. (In other words, bringing back the prestige that came with its tagline “Spirit of Australia” that the Australian public can actually trust and be proud of, especially for an ultra-long-haul mission slated to become Qantas’s flagship route)

[@tomiw69]

My two longest flights was non stop from WAW to DPS and back . It was 6,853.48 mi (11,029.61 km). It was seamless experience on board of B787 of Polish LOT airlines. Quietness and much lower percepted altitude in plane cabin make it comfortable and easy.

[@alphamalegold]

Once flew LA to Syd - about 15 hours. Couldn’t imagine staying in the air for 3 more hours

[@ross9581]

Once I did Toronto - HK with Cathay nearly 17 hours aboard the plane including boarding and deplaning. I will never do it again.

[@geeniusatwrok]

TLV-EWR winter headwinds was 15+hrs and I was about to gnaw off my arm... I did LAX-SYD in UA intl F and even then I was a smelly shambling mess when we landed.

[@AlmostMonumental27]

I flew LAX-Hong Kong on Cathay, and wasn’t happy with the experience.

[@stevenchapman5810]

Any more than 5 hours is too much for me!!!

[@travellinman382]

Flown SQ21 and SQ22 several times (usually premium economy but did fly business once) and it really didn’t seem as long as it actually was. The staff were incredibly kind and considerate. SIA is our favorite airline!

[@regolith1350]

I took this flight way back in 2004 or 2005. I didn't realize at the time just how unprecedented it was. I didn't mind the length at all, even in economy. I absolutely hate the stress of connecting flights so this was heaven.

[@Rohanz]

I recently flew the SIN-SFO which was 15 odd hours in SQ. One of the most incredible experiences flying & the return leg was longer by 3 hours! Kudos to SQ! No wonder they’re the best in the world!

[@Transit-Gaming]

Although not super long, my longest flight taken is still Toronto-Hong Kong. It takes between 14-16 hours to fly to the other side…

[@oamsingh2008]

I did the NY to Singapore and I was amazed I was able to do it. I did business class and it was well worth it. Seats turned into comfy beds and staff were super friendly!

[@nathanS103]

My longest flight was from Haneda to Dallas, where I went with my friend and our parents. The Japan Airlines lounge in Haneda was on another level.

[@Tedng84]

I flew to London with SQ and I'm proud to say Singapore Airlines is my first choice when flying long flights followed by scoot. because i knew they don't joke with the maintenance of the plane when it comes to safety. Once, my HR offered me a flight back from Spain to SG with Air India due to save cost. I told them I wanted to be back home alive. the next day i read news of the Air India airplane with water leakage and fallen compartment.

[@GeeBoggs]

Coby, this episode was well researched, nicely presented, professionally produced and very informative. Your passion for your subject is a delight. - Gee Boggs, Sonoma, CA

[@nationalzero269]

This is an enjoyable fight. Fill the iPad with moves and chill out for 18 hours and 10 mins.

[@gwats19577]

I'm flying Singapore Airlines next month from Seattle to Changi, and then on to Bangkok... It's been a dream of mine for many years to fly this Airline in business class🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@jeremiah6617]

I took a flight last year from BOS-NRT on Japan Airlines using the Boeing 787-9. Nice flight for such a long distance. It was 13.5 hours.

[@MaxTran-j7j]

I have gone from Man-Akl with Singapore airlines

[@DanielHeppner]

I got to fly Seattle to Singapore (17 hours) recently for $350. For some reason the ticket to Vietnam via Singapore was only $350 while the same flight to Singapore was $800 in economy one way. Had a great time in Vietnam and the flights were fantastic.

[@lzh4950]

Maybe tickets advertised to dveloping countries are priced cheaper than those advertised to developed countries, to match the characteristics of each country's markets

[@DanielHeppner]

@@lzh4950 It was usually more expensive, just one random day was way cheaper and I jumped on it.

[@matthowe5193]

Thanks for explaining why it was converted to all business class! I flew the route on executive economy (on vacation) and missed it when it went all biz class!

[@cpritchett2098]

Have taken countless business trips to Asia and agree that the experience on the carrier is a major factor in determining which airline to choose. And the Asian airlines crush the US brands. Thank you, as always, for a fun and informative video.

[@yvonnelessick9880]

All the ground staff. Are so helpful at Singapore. Airport. In the transit lounge. At the gates. The cabin crew are also. So good especially. On the flight from. Singapore. To. Perth Australia

[@NewsMoto]

Are there airlines with private meeting rooms? Like a couch an a centre table. Or like how they do in a private jet?

[@deepakkalro5405]

I’ll be taking this flight later this month and I’m kind of preparing myself as I’ll be flying from India to the USA via Singapore and my journey would take 29 hours with a transit of 6 hours in Singapore

[@marcelocayetano5951]

I flew to Singapore several times from Los Angeles or San Francisco to Singapore on premium economy seat. It’s very relaxing and has more leg room but ironically it consumed the space for handcarry in the front. But we enjoyed our flight.

[@drewintampa]

Going to somewhat reveal my age here. I was hired by PAN AM as a flight attendant and then one of the BIG 3 who I still fly for. MANY and I mean many business travelers used to say that the only peace they got was when we shut the main aircraft door until we opened it again. I would jump at the chance to be on one of these flight. Singapore did an exceptional job creating a haven for today's business traveler.

[@PROXIMIAZi]

I flown to San Francisco on SQ non-stop! Pretty good flight! There were many avgeeks camping to get good shots of the A350 i was on.

[@Gremlack13]

The longest flights I’ve been on were from paris to Chennai and back, as I went to India from the us as a wedding gift from my wife’s dad, so her family could meet me. He got us premium economy, but got an upgrade to business class on the Paris to Chennai leg on Air France. Best 12 hours on a plane. But is still super long time to be on a plane, even in such a luxurious situation. On the way back was in premium economy, which was still super nice, but still hard to really deal with being on a plane for 11-12 hours in a seat and not really being able to move around. Regular economy would be hell for that long. I once did 9 hours in the center section of a 777 in economy with my knees jammed into the seat in front of me. Was a terrible experience.

[@daraghmorrissey]

I’ve flown them a few times. They are great. I was flying business and I sleep twice on the flight. The last time I slept 5 hours and was woken up just before descent.

[@schalitz1]

I frequently take the US' longest domestic flight, Boston to Honolulu, and Hawaiian does an amazing job. Flight comes in at around 11 hours, you depart Boston at 8 am and arrive in Honolulu at 2pm (return is a red eye that leaves Honolulu at 3pm and gets to Boston at 6AM). They serve two meals, I usually end up with a row to myself at the back of the aircraft. I actually enjoy the flight, it gives you plenty of time to relax, and you arrive at the peak of the day. I grab an energy drink on my way out of the airport and I'm ready for an evening of vacation.

[@siewchoolow3191]

I used Singapore Airline for many years! It’s one of the best Airline! 👍🤗

[@rapgomes]

Sensational ! Outstanding approach and detailed explanations on how a business must be properly conduted. Hope to hop on someday to beat "my 15:30 hour record" on DXB-GRU flight. Congrats !!!

[@akse]

Once flew a round trip from Helsinki to Doha to Auckland. The long flight was 16 towards Auckland and 17-18 back to Doha + 6.5 to Helsinki. I have to say the service on those flights was pretty amazing.

[@cameronlewis1218]

Hey Coby. This is the most interesting video you’ve ever made. Keep up the good work!

[@garynester9294]

I’ve taken this flight before and can attest to the wonderful service offered by the Singapore team

[@EpicThe112]

Both are actually Financial hubs with Advanced booking using the world's longest flights from Newark and JFK towards southeast Asia like Manila Terminal 3 via Singapore it turns out you are actually saving $700 off the nonstop flight between New York and Manila PR126/127. The longest flight I've done was New York to Hong Kong on the Airbus A340 16hr 20. Manila Philippines Singapore are 12hr ahead of JFK/EWR during spring-early fall late fall-late winter 13hrs time difference 9:54

[@jhy2kmoney]

I flew 17 hrs from LAX to Singapore on February 2024. It was fantastic.

[@oldnepalihippie]

Before I retired, I was always on the Singapore to NY leg to home in Nepal. The trip started in KTM with an SA small twin to SIN and then on to my birthplace Brooklyn. Well over a 24-hour trip, but Singapore made it all feel OK. I'd shower and sleep sometimes in the lounge, at all destinations but KTM, and it was like a holiday, even if I was traveling for work. I loved it. But then well the market's crashed and they took that big bird right out of the sky straight away, and that was that. Until now it seems. Good reporting on the Singapore success story!

[@kiteyoda6611]

Flying to Singapore from SFO a few times a year, my itinerary is always the same...SQ33 to SE Asia, SQ34 return to SFO. It's the fastest, most comfortable ~17 hour flight I've ever experienced. Note: The return to SFO flight time is approx 15 hours. The wife is even good with it when she travels also. Yes, SA has gotten the formula 'figured out'.

[@aviationmaster5yt]

I've been on the JFK to Singapore and Singapore to Newark.

[@SunnyMa-iv2xu]

Like as Cathay Pacific non-stop from Toronto Canada side and the US East coasts are Chicago, New York and Boston.

[@kennethchung4857]

My longest flight have been on both Asiana Airlines and Korean Air ICN-JFK route at 6886 miles, 2640 miles short than the SIN-JFK route of your video, according to Flighty. I want to gradually beat that record until this ultimate route. Thank you very much for the thorough explanation, Coby. 😌

[@ThatBoeing747Guy]

Wait for Qantas and Project Sunrise to smash that record!

[@dommueller8869]

Waiting already since nearly 6 years..

[@Stvescr]

Planned were only ordered 2-3 years ago. ​@@dommueller8869

[@wilsjane]

@@dommueller8869 I am still waiting for Ryanair to start that route. Watching the cabin crew towards the end of the flight would be the best part. LOL

[@Charli-yG9]

My longest flight was UA29, which on the day of my flight, was approximately 16 hours and 34 minutes. I was lucky enough to be flying Business class, and the experience was wonderful

[@Zelielz1]

I do Amsterdam - Buenos Aires every year, almost 14 hours, can’t imagine being one more minute inside that flying tube…

[@jackyu1143]

Pass your ticket to me. I'd be glad to make that trip for you! Lol.

[@bobsatawake964]

Awesome report! I wish you could explore the cabin a bit more. As a former AA crew, I am always interested in the number of crew and accommodations for the crew on a long-haul flight such as this one. My longest was DFW-HKG as a passenger on AA 777-300ER in FC. Our family had 5 of the 8 FC seats and felt like we were flying private with an amazing crew.

[@PassportBrosBusinessClass]

I visited Singapore this summer. I flew business class on ANA. The place was nice to visit but there’s nothing there to make me want to return. I don’t see myself ever going back.

[@dontonymontana]

Never traveled on SQ, but since 2004 I always wanted to be able to fly on this route JFK/EWR-SIN. My longest flight so far was TPE-MUC on EVA Air on the B787-9. The Dreamliner is indeed a very comfortable airplane, but not in Eco + middle seat. The 14:22 h were at the edge of torture, especialy beeing the 2nd leg of the journey after a first 5+ hours flight & only 1,5 h stop in TPE.

[@glorfindel17]

I’ve done the old A340 SIN > JFK route. 78!seat, all business class from memory. Frankly it’s not something I’d care to do again, even in the A350.

[@dillonkentworth6718]

So cool you actually took the flight to talk about it

[@paraagshah4153]

I flew SQ21/22 (SIN-EWR-SIN) in Sep/Oct 2023. And on top of that, I flew Mumbai - Singapore - Mumbai for this. That adds 5.5 hours each way (so nearly 24 hours each way). But absolutely worth it. The service of Singapore Airlines and the experience at Changi makes it worthwhile. Would likely do it again.

[@flyhighkev]

Great explanation of the economics side of aviation. Composites have really changed the game. I did ATL to Narita direct in business class on a 777 operated by JAL; great experience. Economy on the return leg was exponentially less enjoyable.

[@robinhood184xD]

my longest flight ever was on a KLM Cityhopper E175STD, flying from Amsterdam Schiphol to Billund (about 55 minutes) 😂

[@AlmostMonumental27]

You go, man!

[@MadridHopper005]

Ive done Singapore - Zurich and it was about 14 hours which was OK, the food was top notch, service was way way above any other American airline, and I will fly SQ again. ANA is also another amazing airline along with JAL, Cathay used to be good not sure why they suddenly dropped.

[@JosephSmith-v3w]

Just did the first of many ATL-ICN/HND flights to come and honestly, I agree with the analysis- its an opprotunity to chill, read, sleep and watch stuff I never would. Fortunately I came from the healthcare environment of 16 hour shifts so I know how to "get into the zone" or long time stretches. Granted I will fly premium economy with each flight which helps.

[@carlinfante4989]

I’ve flown this route before (SIN-EWR) - in 2019, in Premium Economy in the “single seat” row 41 H before they started to charge extra for these seats. I would definitely fly this again, except the fares are quite prohibitive now. I’m a leisure traveler so the air ticket is on my own dime.

[@KenAndrew-f9j]

I've been on the Heathrow to Perth flight and the Dallas to Sydney flights. Very long haul. but I was upgraded on them. Sydney to Santiago I was up the back. Not good. All were on Qantas

[@Petriefied0246]

My longest flight was from Brize Norton to Mt Pleasant in the Falkland Islands. We had a refuel stop right enough, but that's was just all of us sitting at the terminal hut on Ascension Island watching the plane getting a top up. It was very far from luxurious!

[@timwood6115]

My longest flight was about 13 hours from Minneapolis-St.Paul to Tokyo-Haneda. I don’t fly very often, which made the flight more difficult. I flew premium economy. The person in front of me reclined their seat practically into my lap. It wasn’t until he moved the seat upright before landing that I realized how much of my space he had been taking up. I was 6’1”, 275 at the time, so I needed space. I upgraded to business for the return flight.

[@Revilok08]

i wont hold that title for much longer!!! i cant wait to see how qantas helps passengers cope with these Ultra long flights

[@josephcheng5949]

Flying on a good "hard" product makes a lot of difference on limitation #3 (if you can afford the ticket). I've flown 9 hours on Emirates business class, but it feels more like a premium economy product in the air. Compare this to 12 hours on ANA "the Room" which is a completely on more enjoyable experience.