EK has done well with these early morning flights. They have a 6am A380 from Sydney direct arriving in Dubai at the same time as your 777. That allows a transit and a late evening arrival in cities in Europe. A proper nights sleep and full next day. Smart.
Did you continue to Dubai? I like the fact that you did a flight Interview from Melbourne to Singapore on SQ A380 last Year before SQ stopped A380 flying A380 to the City from 22 Nov 2023 onwards. Flying from Melbourne to Singapore two times in 2023 and 2024! SQ A380 for 2023 and EK 777 for 2024, WOW! If you are keen, why not Fly SQ from Melbourne on the Airbus A350? I would like it if you do so!
Nice review! Yes, Melbourne is a fantastic city - but so is Adelaide (went there for AFL gather round and loved it!). Melbourne is one of the few Australian airports that does not have a curfew, hence a lot of international departures scheduled after midnight. The timing sucks but it must have something to do with being able to link the arrival time with connecting flights. I was curious to see a review from one of the early morning international departures from MEL (most reviews seem to be from the day or better timed flights) - seemed most shops in the terminal were closed at that hour? Also that first snack you got was like a domestic Qantas meal (small and nothing special) - but at least it’s something. If they offered a full meal at that hour I’d assume many passengers would pass up on it. Just wondering, being a partner airline, did you earn Qantas points on this EK trip?
Ha thanks for watching. I agree with you gather round was great, I went to the Collingwood game and enjoyed it. I was meant to earn Qantas points but they never arrived at my account, can’t really be bothered chasing them up on it! Thanks for watching :)
The only possible advantage of this flight would be a cheaper price due to it being a horrible departure time as a freedom flight. For those of us in Adelaide wanting to get to Singapore then currently SIA is the best option. Would love for Qantas to restore the Adelaide to Singapore flight but don't hold your breath.
I did the flight on EK from Singapore x DXB x GLA on economy class. Hit and miss. The all female FAs weren't looking very happy and service was so so but the 2nd leg were all male FAs and much better service. Smiley and with no energy. The planes are older but the meals are pretty good though not a fan of DXB airport. Bought a small bottle of similar to Vitamin Water and costs me SGD $13. Too overpriced.
Excellent review. Emirates appears to have lived up to its reputation for excellence. As gay people are illegal in Dubai, it is not on my list of places to visit. Never good to feel so unwelcome that you face imprisonment
You've got me only more excited for my January 2025 trip. Melbourne to Dubai (Emirates A380) and then on to Prague (Emirates 777). Premium economy on the way back from Dubai to Melbourne which I'm most excited about. I haven't left the country since 2010. Great video as always.
Great video Aidan. I have recently returned from Sydney-Singapore return trip on Singapore airlines A380. It was a great product which was around $1,200 return. Left at 12.15pm too. I’ll look at emirates but certainly would recommend Singapore airlines
I've done EK405 when it used to do MEL SIN DXB. And that flight had a much better departure time. EK407's timing is horrible and I suppose that's why the tickets are cheaper on that flight. I was offered an upgrade to that horrible business class for AUD 420, but I only saw that email AFTER I landed in Singapore. 😅
If you are flying economy or premium economy then EK is much better SQ. The meal SQ is serving in premium economy now is what they used to serve in economy class 10 to 20 years ago
What a great flight. I can see why you love that view on the 777. I do like the 777-300s as well... they always look so sleek and long. Well done for your ultra long day, and pleased you managed to get some sleep onboard. Great city views at the start and the end. Enjoy your next flight, Aidan, wherever it's to.
Another very good video Aidan, well done. Nice to see my driver gets in one, even before I do! hahahaha. Look forward to seeing you in Singapore again, SOON!
Never a fan of Emirates and don't think will ever be. Flew HKG/CDG economy on Emirates 30 years ago, engine problem, delay for 24 hours departing HKG, and again delay from DBX/CDG.
EK has done well with these early morning flights. They have a 6am A380 from Sydney direct arriving in Dubai at the same time as your 777. That allows a transit and a late evening arrival in cities in Europe. A proper nights sleep and full next day. Smart.
Did you continue to Dubai? I like the fact that you did a flight Interview from Melbourne to Singapore on SQ A380 last Year before SQ stopped A380 flying A380 to the City from 22 Nov 2023 onwards. Flying from Melbourne to Singapore two times in 2023 and 2024! SQ A380 for 2023 and EK 777 for 2024, WOW! If you are keen, why not Fly SQ from Melbourne on the Airbus A350? I would like it if you do so!
Yes Melbourne Is Beautiful.Great Video
Nice review!
Yes, Melbourne is a fantastic city - but so is Adelaide (went there for AFL gather round and loved it!).
Melbourne is one of the few Australian airports that does not have a curfew, hence a lot of international departures scheduled after midnight. The timing sucks but it must have something to do with being able to link the arrival time with connecting flights.
I was curious to see a review from one of the early morning international departures from MEL (most reviews seem to be from the day or better timed flights) - seemed most shops in the terminal were closed at that hour?
Also that first snack you got was like a domestic Qantas meal (small and nothing special) - but at least it’s something. If they offered a full meal at that hour I’d assume many passengers would pass up on it.
Just wondering, being a partner airline, did you earn Qantas points on this EK trip?
Ha thanks for watching. I agree with you gather round was great, I went to the Collingwood game and enjoyed it. I was meant to earn Qantas points but they never arrived at my account, can’t really be bothered chasing them up on it! Thanks for watching :)
The only possible advantage of this flight would be a cheaper price due to it being a horrible departure time as a freedom flight.
For those of us in Adelaide wanting to get to Singapore then currently SIA is the best option. Would love for Qantas to restore the Adelaide to Singapore flight but don't hold your breath.
I did the flight on EK from Singapore x DXB x GLA on economy class. Hit and miss. The all female FAs weren't looking very happy and service was so so but the 2nd leg were all male FAs and much better service. Smiley and with no energy. The planes are older but the meals are pretty good though not a fan of DXB airport. Bought a small bottle of similar to Vitamin Water and costs me SGD $13. Too overpriced.
Excellent review. Emirates appears to have lived up to its reputation for excellence. As gay people are illegal in Dubai, it is not on my list of places to visit. Never good to feel so unwelcome that you face imprisonment
Same here and Dubai totally overrated anyway
You've got me only more excited for my January 2025 trip. Melbourne to Dubai (Emirates A380) and then on to Prague (Emirates 777). Premium economy on the way back from Dubai to Melbourne which I'm most excited about. I haven't left the country since 2010. Great video as always.
have fun on your flight!
Did not realise this is your first time in Singapore ..next time love to meet ya and show U ard and try some local awesome meals ❤
Emirates, is thousand times better than Singapore Airlines.
i have flown from melebourne to singapore on emirates 777 in late 2023
Your rugby shirt will someday be as famous as James May's.
Nice trip report! You should really try out Turkish Airlines 🇹🇷
good look Boeing 777-300ER smooth same Turkish airlines and Swiss Air and Air Canada best with B777-300ER love ❤
Great video Aidan. I have recently returned from Sydney-Singapore return trip on Singapore airlines A380. It was a great product which was around $1,200 return. Left at 12.15pm too. I’ll look at emirates but certainly would recommend Singapore airlines
Thank you for not editing out the engine noise (13:27) while taxi n takeoff.... I was just silently relishing it with my eyes closed....
Are you sure they did not serve dinner ?
Nice review mate the 777 looks like one of their older ones, hope you enjoyed Singapore its a great city
Great tripreport
2:25😂😂
I thought I’m the only one who noticed that 😂😂
I've done EK405 when it used to do MEL SIN DXB. And that flight had a much better departure time. EK407's timing is horrible and I suppose that's why the tickets are cheaper on that flight. I was offered an upgrade to that horrible business class for AUD 420, but I only saw that email AFTER I landed in Singapore. 😅
If you are flying economy or premium economy then EK is much better SQ. The meal SQ is serving in premium economy now is what they used to serve in economy class 10 to 20 years ago
Awesome 👌
We have flown with Emirates several times. Everything was very good, we really liked it.
Great video mate, keep it up
I have found the 777 to be very noisy compared to the A380. I have never had any problems with the Emirates cabin crew - very professional.
What a great flight. I can see why you love that view on the 777. I do like the 777-300s as well... they always look so sleek and long. Well done for your ultra long day, and pleased you managed to get some sleep onboard. Great city views at the start and the end. Enjoy your next flight, Aidan, wherever it's to.
That 2-3-2 configuration for business Class looks so outdated and probably overpriced af
SIA the best, so you just flew to Singapore and back?
Another very good video Aidan, well done. Nice to see my driver gets in one, even before I do! hahahaha. Look forward to seeing you in Singapore again, SOON!
I wish i could do all these trips but i could NEVER afford it! Great video as always!!
wonderful flight i enjoyed flying with you greetings from the netherlands
Did you travel by yourself on this trip?
Another very interesting flight review Aidan.
❤Emirates❤
Fantastic video!
Yayy a new video!!
Never a fan of Emirates and don't think will ever be. Flew HKG/CDG economy on Emirates 30 years ago, engine problem, delay for 24 hours departing HKG, and again delay from DBX/CDG.
I also travelled Emirates 100 years ago and it was horrible too... 😁
Hey Aidan 👋
Great trip report 👌
Well worth doing Emirates for the price and quality.
Looking forward to your next video upload👍
Cheers mate 👋