EMIRATES vs QATAR vs TURKISH Economy Class | Which Airline Is Best?!

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  • @NonstopDan
    @NonstopDan  3 роки тому +40

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    • @Erin-Thor
      @Erin-Thor 3 роки тому +3

      Interesting you are featuring two airlines whose home countries would smile as you are stoned to death. Love your work bud, keep it up!

    • @sarveshv3101
      @sarveshv3101 3 роки тому

      02:14 did you mean JAL or Japanese airlines in general?

    • @Salieri21
      @Salieri21 3 роки тому

      Hey Danny boy. Great reportage. Would love for you to try Emirates new Premium Economy. People are salivating over it.

    • @HumzaFlights
      @HumzaFlights 3 роки тому

      Mr. Daniel, Sir, on behalf of all the citizens of my Beloved Country I am highly encouraging that you fly with SAUDIA

    • @naumaniqbal7073
      @naumaniqbal7073 3 роки тому

      Please make a difference video between qsuite and emirates business class

  • @NomNomNom1989
    @NomNomNom1989 3 роки тому +970

    I mean turkish airlines is way cheaper compared to qatar or emirates on comparable routes. Therefore I couldnt care less about categories like ambient, seat colors or mood lighting. Of course I still expect exceptional perfomance from these airlines but if my flight is 50% cheaper than a flight from emirates, trust me Im gonna enjoy the turkish airlines way more.

    • @hafizhdan4115
      @hafizhdan4115 2 роки тому +25

      Not really

    • @itsrafiqq
      @itsrafiqq 2 роки тому +59

      i’ve found turkish to always be more expensive than emirates. idk about qatar tho

    • @officialwowow
      @officialwowow 2 роки тому +22

      Turkish Airlines' economy looks the same as RyanAir.

    • @hafizhdan4115
      @hafizhdan4115 2 роки тому +56

      @@officialwowow are you joking right?

    • @NomNomNom1989
      @NomNomNom1989 2 роки тому +33

      @@firstsoldier4257 Bro you should first learn proper english and without using 100 dots before talking about aviation and accusing people of not flying much. You probably got deported from USA back to Mexico via plane and now you think you are the god of aviation. Just sit down buddy.

  • @Zbornie
    @Zbornie 3 роки тому +236

    I think price points should be mentioned. PARIS-TOYKO on Turkish in November 2021 is ~500 Euros round trip; whereas on Qatar is ~850 euros round trip. In the end you get what you pay for. I'd rather save the 350 euros but to each their own.

    • @hs2261
      @hs2261 3 роки тому +29

      100% agreed. Price is the reason that people fly economy!

    • @sinem5033
      @sinem5033 3 роки тому +8

      I totally agree...

    • @firstsoldier4257
      @firstsoldier4257 2 роки тому

      because you cheap everyone have to do it so......while you die cheap !

    • @calamity69907
      @calamity69907 Рік тому +1

      Then enjoy sub par services and for long haul flights quality should be considered aside from prices

    • @reginabillotti
      @reginabillotti 5 днів тому

      @@calamity69907 Price is part of the comparison. People will weight low prices vs. services differently, but that information should be provided if you're trying to help people make a comparison.

  • @InstantLuc
    @InstantLuc 3 роки тому +405

    Took Turkish economy from Manchester to Istanbul two weeks ago. Perfect flight. The A350 had tons of room, meal service was great, Wi-Fi, etc was all nice. Perfect for a 4 hour flight

    • @burakkaya6293
      @burakkaya6293 3 роки тому +1

      is there free wifi in the economy class?

    • @InstantLuc
      @InstantLuc 3 роки тому

      @@burakkaya6293 Wasn't free but it was decently cheap

    • @sailorre2509
      @sailorre2509 3 роки тому +6

      Turkish airways lobby man lol

    • @uzairarshad4231
      @uzairarshad4231 2 роки тому +7

      Turkish Airlines are great. It’s just that it was up against two excellent airlines and therefore fell short

    • @MH-mi9sq
      @MH-mi9sq 2 роки тому +3

      U might be lucky traveling from Europe to Turkey …Try traveling Turkey to Asia…they are Worst!

  • @MrDirtyDezzy
    @MrDirtyDezzy 3 роки тому +331

    So I had a long haul Turkish flight (8+ hours) and it was pretty satisfactory. They fed us several times, each seat came with a blanket, and courtesy pouch inclusive of slippers, hygiene products, etc. Most important is the all you can drink in economy class! Makes me wonder if the long hauls on these other airlines are also better. I do however agree the cabin was bland and looked older.

    • @firstsoldier4257
      @firstsoldier4257 2 роки тому +4

      all airlines is the same when you have long haul ...before covid they let you end of the airplane kitchen you can take what ever what you want like drinks snacks or sweets same times if you say please they can make you warm food !
      like I said before covid

    • @brayden7574
      @brayden7574 2 роки тому

      @@firstsoldier4257 sadly in my flight returning back in my country we were only served 1 meal the wholw flight

    • @masterkuby
      @masterkuby 2 роки тому

      Thats a long flight

    • @derensozer3914
      @derensozer3914 2 роки тому +5

      My most frequent Turkish flight is a 10 hour long haul and my experiences have been very similar. Top notch airline in my opinion. Always fly Turkish when traveling in that part of the world even if it means a layover in Istanbul because it is usually cheaper

    • @Kayshots
      @Kayshots Рік тому

      cabin depends on the plane. every old cabin looks old, thats logic.

  • @veyselkaraca3033
    @veyselkaraca3033 3 роки тому +187

    Why do you keep comparing Turkish old economy against the new economies of Emirates and Qatar? It's only fair if you compare against Turkish new economy

    • @djquantems
      @djquantems 2 роки тому +13

      Good point, but the fact is most of Turkish Airlines’ 777s accommodate the older economy which Dan reviewed. And if a product is that old than it shouldn’t be used on a popular route from Dubai to Istanbul.

    • @Aviation2400
      @Aviation2400 Рік тому +6

      Bro, he also said Turkish airlines doesn’t have menu but they do every flight I have been in there is a menu, btw the reason I why he has old cabin is cuz he is flying only 777 each airline

    • @aviationtrips
      @aviationtrips Рік тому +1

      This Is Qatar Airways old B777 economy. Only Emirates had the flashy new planes here.

    • @shabirsaleem7379
      @shabirsaleem7379 5 місяців тому +2

      @@djquantemsit’s not emirates and qatars fault that Turkish keep most of their plane with an old cabin

    • @TheBudgetTraveller786
      @TheBudgetTraveller786 25 днів тому

      Turkish uses those seats on almost all their A330 and 777 fleet. older or not, its still a fair comparison. The newer cabin, during the time of filming, was actively deployed on their 787 which Emirates does not own. So then the aircraft type would not be comparable then. I understand that the less favorable review may hurt your nationalistic pride but try to be somewhat fair.

  • @adrianmurat
    @adrianmurat 3 роки тому +275

    Hey Dan,
    I love your content, but I kinda felt that the Turkish review was a bit unfair, since you judged their oldest hard product on their A330/B777, not the newer version on the 350/787 and I have to say the difference is quite staggering.

    • @irishjack2046
      @irishjack2046 3 роки тому +10

      Yeah, there's a big difference.

    • @herreach6955
      @herreach6955 2 роки тому +36

      Turkish is also cheaper, and distance wise is not really fair either, he compare 6 hours of Qatar and Emirates to 3 hours flight of Turkish.

    • @nisanur2443
      @nisanur2443 2 роки тому +2

      Exactly!!!

    • @superawsomerandomdude2195
      @superawsomerandomdude2195 2 роки тому +1

      Yep

    • @akias9113
      @akias9113 2 роки тому

      Right!

  • @abrilakgun
    @abrilakgun 3 роки тому +267

    I've flown plenty of times alone and with my kids on turkish airlines in economy, over 15 hour flights every time. I never had the issues you mentioned in the video. The amenity kits are great, they always gave me menus and blankets however they aren't handing pillows because of covid 19.
    Last time I flew with them the cabin was beautiful, the service was great, I had free access to muffins and sandwiches whenever I wanted to go to the galley and get them and gave amenities for me, my 4 year old and my 1 year old, plus special amenities for my 4 year old that included kid headphones and a bag of very cute toys. I don't think it is fair to review during pandemic since a lot the things turkish airlines lost points here were things that used to be available before covid and they are still available on transatlantic flights.
    Also, Turkey is not Middle East

    • @imu75
      @imu75 3 роки тому +1

      When was your last experience?

    • @abrilakgun
      @abrilakgun 3 роки тому +7

      @@imu75 July 2021

    • @NavigatoTravels
      @NavigatoTravels 3 роки тому +15

      Also it was unfair since Dubai to Istanbul is a 4 hour and 30 minute flight while Frankfurt to Dubai is 6 hours and 30

    • @abrilakgun
      @abrilakgun 3 роки тому +24

      @@NavigatoTravels indeed, he should have judged each airline preferably on the same route or at least a similar route.

    • @NavigatoTravels
      @NavigatoTravels 3 роки тому +12

      @@abrilakgun finally someone who understands

  • @Uk61
    @Uk61 2 роки тому +296

    Turkish Airlines has been treated unfairly, I think they are providing even better service with their very nice and comfortable last aircraft.

    • @Uk61
      @Uk61 2 роки тому

      @Abusada Aviation waiting for your comments after the flight :)

    • @hammoudi447
      @hammoudi447 2 роки тому

      @Abusada Aviation sammeee brooo

    • @osmansbyk
      @osmansbyk 2 роки тому +1

      ​@Abusada Aviation Did you fly with Turkish Airlines?

    • @vonmercs5628
      @vonmercs5628 2 роки тому +2

      I agree. based on my experience, turkish airlines is more comfortable to travel with compare to Qatar air. Qatar air seats are old.

    • @battlezonewithvk
      @battlezonewithvk 2 роки тому

      But their 777s are not that good

  • @barisveesitlik9310
    @barisveesitlik9310 2 роки тому +24

    I've had 3 of them. Definitely Turkish Airlines.

    • @jackma3730
      @jackma3730 2 роки тому

      yu are turkish🤣🤣

  • @YTYY
    @YTYY 3 роки тому +129

    Dont forget to mention that Turkish Airlines and Qatar/Emirates dont have the same system at all. You said that several times but while Qatar and Emirates are specified only in international long haul flights, Turkish Airlines offers a high amount of domestic and short haul flights so it would have been much more sensefull if you compared Turksh Airlines to Airlines such as British Airways, Lufthansa, Air France/KLM or north American airlines such as United or AA. You also reviewd the latest cabine type on each Emirates and Qatar Airways while comparing the old Economy long haul of Turkish Airlines (wich is more common thats why i partly understand that).

    • @officialwowow
      @officialwowow 2 роки тому +2

      He said it many times before, Turkish can count as an Asian airline

    • @YTYY
      @YTYY 2 роки тому +17

      @@officialwowow „Asian airline“ isn‘t a classification. Its not the same airline type as Qatar or Emirates just because it is in the same area. Its the same between easyjet and British Airways. Just because they are both from Britain doesn‘t mean that they’re compareable. Because both work completely different.

    • @HelloOnepiece
      @HelloOnepiece 2 роки тому +2

      @@YTYY Yeah, im on you this one, Turkish's model is closer to European airlines, or russian Aeroflot if we are talking about connecting Europe and Asia

    • @speedytiles2132
      @speedytiles2132 Рік тому

      He reviewed an old version of qatar airways

  • @derensozer3914
    @derensozer3914 2 роки тому +49

    I found the experience described for Turkish Airlines to be very inconsistent with my own long haul experiences on Turkish. Ive been given both a food and drinks menu in economy and I’ve always had my own blanket, pillow and amenities kit. I’ve also been served snacks every time I’ve flown with Turkish, even domestically, and I’ve always found the cabin crew to be pleasant and friendly. I also feel that the vast content library on their in flight entertainment bears mentioning, though I will concede that the touch screens pretty terrible. Certainly Turkish does not go to the same lengths Emirates and Qatar when it comes to the cabin and feeling of sophistication, but I think that this portrayal of the airline is really selling them short and inaccurate in the broader picture.

  • @stephanguitar9778
    @stephanguitar9778 2 роки тому +22

    One of the big issues not mentioned is the 3x3x3 seating in Turkish vs 3x4x3 on the other two airlines. This is a massive difference if you have people sitting next to you. This extra column of seats is how they managed to get rid of the 747 and for most airlines the A380, ie by squeezing in an extra 60 or so passengers into economy. Night flights on these skinny seats is pure torture and should in fact not be legal for health reasons. Ive done Turkish overnight to Singapore from Istanbul which was not nice due to the poor food and entertainment but prefer that to a seat skinnier than Ryanair 737s. 787s are the same, designed to be 8 across but squished in 9. Also with Qatar airlines, twice they have switched aircraft on my routes, An A320 taking over from an A330.

  • @hermannhesse4182
    @hermannhesse4182 Рік тому +5

    1. Turkish Airlines
    2. Emirates

  • @enterprise-day9657
    @enterprise-day9657 Рік тому +6

    I flew economy class on the Turkish Airlines A321neo a month ago. There I had plenty of legroom and also a dual exterior pocket in the front seat like in your Qatar Airways video. For a 3 hour economy flight there was also a lot to eat and very good service. Nobody there asked us to close the window blinds or anything like this 😁

  • @akias9113
    @akias9113 2 роки тому +15

    In my opinion:
    1. Turkish Airlines
    2. Qatar Airways
    3. Emirates

    • @Thanosbreak
      @Thanosbreak Рік тому +2

      How??? Emirates has the best economy

    • @akias9113
      @akias9113 Рік тому +5

      @@Thanosbreak nope. Never. 1. Turkish Airlines offers best meal and IFE even on economy. 2. You cannot compare old Turkish Airlines Planes with new Emirates Planes. Have you evet been on a Turkish Airline A350 or B787 ? DREAM !!!

    • @TheBudgetTraveller786
      @TheBudgetTraveller786 25 днів тому

      @@akias9113 Their A350 do not have power sockets in economy.

  • @vinodjhangimal4603
    @vinodjhangimal4603 3 роки тому +30

    My OCD showed that you said Qatar had a total of 33 points but the graphic didn't update from 30 points. Arghhhhh Non-Stop Dan!

  • @dimitriosdimakis3698
    @dimitriosdimakis3698 Рік тому +4

    I flew from istanbul to taipei 10 hours flight 3 times the last 5 months, the economy class was really good they fed us good the service was perfect and the cabin crew was amazing, and the ticket was 466 euro one way, I consider that as a good price.

  • @serkandogan4664
    @serkandogan4664 3 роки тому +21

    It is a great video. However, to be fairer, you could have chosen the same plane type and also the same time length for the flight to compare because Turkish Airlines' service and flight comfort are really depending on the flight and type of the airplane.

    • @johnguidetti5839
      @johnguidetti5839 3 роки тому

      It was the same plane type… Boeing 777-300ER

  • @seadkolasinac7220
    @seadkolasinac7220 2 роки тому +13

    Quite the unique experience with Turkish Airlines you apparently had. I’ve been with them (long-haul) a number of times in the last few years and they’ve always provided menus, among other things they apparently didn’t give you

  • @msr7373
    @msr7373 3 роки тому +17

    I think that Turkish has lower its standards a lot after covid . I remember travelling with them from Toronto to karachi in 2018 and they gave us menu cards on economy .

    • @TheBudgetTraveller786
      @TheBudgetTraveller786 3 роки тому +4

      I agree, during Covid they stopped serving hot meals entirely and gave out cold sandwiches. My mother and brother flew IAH to ISB with them in fall 2020, they were not too thrilled. No amenity kits either.
      My father did fly with them again recently and said they bought back the amenity kits and hot meals, but he did not like their 787 seats at all and prefers their 777, however he liked Qatar way more on his most recent trip.

    • @msr7373
      @msr7373 3 роки тому +1

      @@TheBudgetTraveller786 true I had the same experience while flying from Toronto to Istanbul in sept 2020

    • @daglaroglucan
      @daglaroglucan 3 роки тому +5

      While UAE and Qatar provide unlimited funds for their carriers Turkish airlines is a private company, so there has to some cut backs due to covid. By doing so Turkish airlines didn’t layed of any of its workers

    • @animefanz356
      @animefanz356 3 роки тому +2

      @@daglaroglucan How is that an excuse for cost cutting and providing a far inferior product in the case of Turkish airlines? I understand they didn’t lay off any workers but they’ve really become a cheap airline. I’ve flown Turkish airlines three times in 2020, all were very disappointing flights. You get a cold sandwich on a 14 hour flight, unapproachable staff that disappears after meal service, and an airline that threatens you if you change your assigned seat to an empty one in an empty row.

    • @msr7373
      @msr7373 3 роки тому

      @@animefanz356 this is a very good point, their crew simply disappeared after serving us the lunch box . And the crew was also not very friendly

  • @markheithaus
    @markheithaus 2 роки тому +4

    I really liked Turkish Airlines. And I like the little travel bags

  • @Anonymouse166
    @Anonymouse166 3 роки тому +44

    I have taken many Turkish Airlines flights, especially LAX-Istanbul at least once every two months. I have also taken Dubai-LAX on Emirates. Emirates is definitely more consistent in quality.
    Turkish airlines planes often old, but sometimes new. Service is descent but not great. Examples: during main meal service there is never a follow up if a passenger wants a second piece of bread or drink and while picking up dinner trays coffee pots are visible on carts but rarely offered. It’s left up to the passenger to ask and I find that intimidating. There should be a clear coffee and after dinner drink service.
    Another example: during breakfast service you get one quick chance to ask for a drink and if you ask for orange juice you won’t get your coffee.
    Other airlines would have two people walking around with coffee and tea pots keeping suger and cream packs in their aprons and offering refills.

    • @muzakkhir1965
      @muzakkhir1965 3 роки тому +1

      Nobody wanted to know 😂😂

    • @Anonymouse166
      @Anonymouse166 3 роки тому +10

      @@muzakkhir1965 people share experiences and if you’re not interested move on 🏃🏼

    • @Anonymouse166
      @Anonymouse166 3 роки тому

      @@medusa7872 Good point and definitely larger crews on Emirates, but also if I were the flight manager I would ask the crew to stretch the service time just a little bit more to provide the extra touch, no need to rush on a 12+ hours flight.

  • @Sametc95
    @Sametc95 2 роки тому +9

    Huh ! Turkish airlines food best in the world. No doubt

  • @imu75
    @imu75 3 роки тому +5

    BTW this is not a fair comparison, Emirates and Qatar should compete with SAUDIA if you're concerned of Middle Eastern Airlines. Turkish however would compare with Lufthansa, AirFrance, and likewise airlines.

  • @ftm814
    @ftm814 Рік тому +4

    The Best Airline in Europe for Last 4 Years | Awards | Turkish Airlines ®
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  • @HamadAlMutairi97
    @HamadAlMutairi97 3 роки тому +49

    Personally, I favor Turkish Airlines first, Qatar second and Emirates last.

    • @diehardavgeekfreak6862
      @diehardavgeekfreak6862 3 роки тому +2

      How is tk better i may ask?

    • @HamadAlMutairi97
      @HamadAlMutairi97 3 роки тому +12

      @@diehardavgeekfreak6862 I personally favor Turkish Airlines because of its destination network, Star Alliance membership, large aircraft fleet, Istanbul Airport location, Turkish Cargo, bought stocks from TK and my newly bought apartment in Istanbul.

    • @hammoudi447
      @hammoudi447 2 роки тому

      I guess till now emirates 1s
      Turkish 2s qatar3s but im going to turkish airline in a month

    • @fatihsahin5255
      @fatihsahin5255 2 роки тому

      @@hammoudi447 Curious, did you fly?

    • @hammoudi447
      @hammoudi447 2 роки тому +1

      @@fatihsahin5255 yep im in Lebanon now

  • @briseries
    @briseries Рік тому +3

    You got to try Turkish airlines economy on their Boeing 787 it has mood lighting, their economy class has their latest entertainment system, printed menus and amenity kit too

  • @jimmysmith1713
    @jimmysmith1713 3 роки тому +13

    I’ve flown Qatar on both the a380 and 350 and I think the a350 Qatar economy was the best economy I’ve ever flown. A380 was a good level, but the extra leg room on the 350 in standard seats is unbeatable

  • @kanishksharma7824
    @kanishksharma7824 3 роки тому +4

    Thanks for listening and find this, Dan. This was a nice and fun comparison.

  • @almastirmizi13
    @almastirmizi13 3 роки тому +1

    Booked our seats in Economy class, Turkish airlines for mid December from Islamabad Pakistan to Dallas. It's a rebated ticket. We are in our sixties. We hope and pray that it's all comfortable and good. Inshaa Allah!

  • @carmenfernandez5234
    @carmenfernandez5234 2 роки тому +8

    Based on the comparisons that you've made, Emirates does seem best, in particular for the visually restful seat design/color and lighting. Plus, their crews seem to have better interaction with passengers.
    Loved the cartoon reference re the Turkish seats.

  • @trainsignal123
    @trainsignal123 3 роки тому +2

    Thanks for all the info on your channel, a few years ago I had a friend who said that if we ever had a lot of money to fly emirates. and I said WHAT is Emirates. I found your channel one day it came up on suggestions and now I know so much more- thank you so much for your candid, blunt but most of all honest opinion. Thank you and keep up the good work!!!

  • @dasportsfan2122
    @dasportsfan2122 10 місяців тому +3

    I feel like you got really unlucky about your Turkish flight, these issues aren’t there now in 2023/24, other then Istanbul being huge and some if the aircraft being older.

  • @mehmett.721
    @mehmett.721 Рік тому +8

    terrible comparison. who cares about ambient lights when there is a 300$ price difference. seats are almost same. if you ever flew with Turkish, you would know these results are pretty unfair to them.

    • @iamMidnightGloom
      @iamMidnightGloom 2 місяці тому

      Sounds like a Turkish fan boy as an Emirati that has flown emirates more then 30 times and Qatar 10 times and Turkish 8 times is always say emirates takes the crown no matter what

    • @TheBudgetTraveller786
      @TheBudgetTraveller786 25 днів тому

      What is with Turkish people getting offended if their airline isnt on top? I really admire Turkish culture and would love to visit, just not on Turkish Airlines. Their customer service is pretty horrible especially whenever I've had an issue.

  • @mohamedgoldstein5565
    @mohamedgoldstein5565 7 місяців тому +1

    I'd take the 3x3x3 configuration over 3x4x3 config any time over any other categories.

  • @wizzairskopje2701
    @wizzairskopje2701 3 роки тому +3

    Turkish Airlines was very better before the start of the pandemic. They were handling small cakes as a snack on one hour flight. They had pillows and blankets on every seat as well as better catering in the past. However now they try to cut the cost and use the situation so that they save money.

  • @doubletwo2
    @doubletwo2 Рік тому +5

    Bro at First:THIS is the old Türkish Eco cabin.Second: Türkish gives you Hygien Kits and more and the New cabin a blue lighting intereior!!!!
    Pls Like so He can See THIS!

    • @doubletwo2
      @doubletwo2 Рік тому +2

      Also Istanbul Airport is the newest Airport and the cleanest!

    • @Tee55118
      @Tee55118 Рік тому

      I actually prefer the soft yellow light. Better for eye health than blue light spectrum.

    • @Alz1204
      @Alz1204 4 місяці тому

      ⁠@@doubletwo2I don’t agree with cleanest

  • @marko1855
    @marko1855 3 роки тому +14

    Nice comparison Dan. Just curious why the 3-3-3 economy set up did not give Turkish points over the 3-4-3 of Qatar and Emirates?

    • @nomoslom
      @nomoslom Рік тому +1

      he is paid dog, that's why.

    • @Tee55118
      @Tee55118 Рік тому

      Yeah, I was wondering, too. Are the aisles wider? Are the seat cushions between the armrests wider? Do the reduced number of seats alot more space to the cabin, or is more space allotted to the galley and toilets? I guess I could research Seat Guru. I was hoping Nonstop Dan would've been more helpful in this regard, instead of remarking on the obvious?

  • @dianeschroeder3980
    @dianeschroeder3980 3 роки тому +1

    I wasn’t expecting that result!

  • @79amw
    @79amw Рік тому +3

    Thanks for this review! I usually fly Qatar since I have One World premier status and like to ensure I get those points :)! But recently had the misfortune of flying Qatar in Economy for a completely full 12 hour flight, and the service and comfort was really horrible (by their standards that is). Everyone in the surrounding seats kept saying Emirates economy was much better, which led me here to your videos. I have to agree that Qatar offers impeccable in-flight service for business class passengers (I've flown Emirates business and found the service to be much more impolite and inattentive by comparison.). But, Qatar's economy service just does not live up to my expectations. So I'll definitely give Emirates economy a try - particularly after this review.

  • @AviationFin
    @AviationFin 5 місяців тому

    We have flown with Emirates several times. Everything was very good, we really liked it.

  • @ThePowerVANO
    @ThePowerVANO 2 роки тому +1

    Worth noting that Turkish has upgraded its entertainment system on lots of newer planes and is very comparable with Emirates.

  • @wehojm7320
    @wehojm7320 Рік тому

    I am so glad I was able to track down this vlog from your library. But, also a little disappointed because I will be flying Turkish Airlines economy in late July from NYC to BASEL via ISTANBUL. I hope I will be able to sleep once done with the meal service. I'm 5'5" so the leg room in economy will not be an issue. The 4hr layover at the Istanbul terminal should allow me enough time to get from my arrival gate to my transfer departure gate. The flt to Basel is only 3hrs. Upon my return I'm flying Business class from LHR to LAX via Istanbul with the same 4hr layover. I spent days comparing airlines and prices and Turkish came out on top based on the scheduling and price. But most of all they allow 2 checked bags, even in economy, when the other carriers only allowed 1 checked bag. Still screwing around with the seating. Thank you again for always supplying valuable information as well as your personal impressions. Wishing you and Oskar all the best.

  • @TERUBOTSU
    @TERUBOTSU 2 роки тому +3

    Turkish, Emirates, Qatar.

  • @TYOrder1
    @TYOrder1 3 роки тому +4

    Turkish is definitely 3rd but they are much better than the score you gave them.

  • @ba-rb1js
    @ba-rb1js 8 місяців тому +1

    Turkish airline is a lovely airline and I have been travelling with Turkish airline for years and all time it has been a great flight

  • @Rocket-qg5jw
    @Rocket-qg5jw Рік тому +4

    Turkish airlines isn’t a middle eastern airline, it’s european. Even the base of Turkish airlines is in Istanbul Airport which is in Europe

  • @sherwinclarencego1933
    @sherwinclarencego1933 2 місяці тому

    What I like about Emirates is there is a higher chance you get to ride the A380 which somehow makes your seat more spacious (even if in reality its the same as a 777). The TV screen and the windows of an A380 is bigger giving that roomy and airy feel you don't get on a 777 or a 350.

  • @stradivarioushardhiantz5179
    @stradivarioushardhiantz5179 3 роки тому +1

    Next comparison Economy Class wishlist;
    >> Singapore : JAL/ ANA : Cathay : Korean/ Asiana 🛫😇

  • @Gilesfly
    @Gilesfly 2 роки тому

    "Skinned the Tellytubbies and upholstered the seats" Priceless!!!!

  • @MosmMAli
    @MosmMAli 3 роки тому +1

    great needed this about to fly from Australia to cairo,Egypt and currently weighing between Qatar and Turkish!!

  • @stevenajack
    @stevenajack 3 роки тому +6

    Great video, as I have status with BA, Qatar would always be my choice, the extras of priority boarding, preferred seat selection, and lounge access , not to mention the all important Avios and Tier points totally pushes QR over the top for me.

  • @allangathungu7970
    @allangathungu7970 3 роки тому +6

    Service should also include how responsive they are to customers on their social media platforms, email and phone.
    I love Emirates, but am sure they would score badly on this....

    • @zeta1313
      @zeta1313 Рік тому +1

      Well, Emirates reply to me on FB. Turkish never.

  • @jacobharrison2945
    @jacobharrison2945 3 роки тому +1

    Omg I’m so excited for this video

  • @denizdenakaplan3481
    @denizdenakaplan3481 2 роки тому +1

    You forgot to compare ticket prices though... I just booked a flight with Turkish, that would have cost more than triple if I had booked with Qatar and probably more than quadruple if I had booked with Emirates...

  • @annecelinelalanne4219
    @annecelinelalanne4219 3 роки тому +4

    Strange.. On Long haul for Turkish I always have menu card and snacks in economy. Sure they don't serve like the meals but its always there in the galley. They have biscuits or peannuts.. And they give menu card because they have 2 services on long haul so as to make your choice. Well its always a pleasure to fly with them. I think you got a different flight because in mine everyone had their own blanket. Sure no pillow because of covid. Maybe next time you can try their A350 or B789 airplanes...

    • @DS-jl8wf
      @DS-jl8wf 2 роки тому

      I took a flight with Turkish airlines (from new york) a few months ago and they didn’t give us any menus.

    • @TheBudgetTraveller786
      @TheBudgetTraveller786 25 днів тому

      @@DS-jl8wfSame, they only give them out on what they consider premium long haul markets.

  • @abdullah_awan36
    @abdullah_awan36 3 місяці тому

    Legroom on Japanese airlines is better. For instance, on a 787 economy class the seats are usually in a 3-3-3 config. This is to squeeze more people and make money. Japanese airlines keep the recomended 2-3-2 layout, which is more spacious

  • @bharatchoragudi958
    @bharatchoragudi958 3 роки тому +9

    Agree with the summary and ranking however the complicated and extremely long walks at DXB (esp. if you have kids) and poor timing of their meal service makes me prefer QR instead of EK even if the prices were the same. Also, I think EK’s premium economy will be a game changer!

    • @Dr.Thoughtless
      @Dr.Thoughtless 3 роки тому +1

      I definently agree with the EK Premium Economy Part!

  • @playgroundboy907
    @playgroundboy907 3 роки тому +1

    I like Qatar Airways because in. February 2020 time of the lockdown in Italy ,Qatar Airways didn’t stop flights ,and I went back home to my country safely ,it’s the best for traveling without stopping ,but the best hospitality and food I give you (Emirate airlines the star 🎖)

  • @uvikavijay6001
    @uvikavijay6001 2 роки тому +1

    You should actually travel on other qatar airways flights. They have an excellent mood lighting with rich seat colours and a purplish ambience which is the best among these three

  • @kenty812
    @kenty812 3 роки тому +5

    First one here! - hope Dan likes! Watch all his amazing videos! This series has helped me to decide my travel too!

  • @Mo.Jo.
    @Mo.Jo. 2 роки тому +5

    Not at all surprised by the ranking. Whenever i have to fly Turkish or other airlines that can be a hit or miss, i always prep and have all kinds of things in my personal item that'll make the flight much more bearable. So if I'm really trying to save money on a flight and going with the cheapest ticket, i don't even care if they don't have snacks - I'll bring my own snacks and some dry food, and that way i know I'm bringing ones i like!

    • @Tee55118
      @Tee55118 Рік тому

      Very respectable attittude! I like it!

  • @takumi.motokawa
    @takumi.motokawa 4 місяці тому

    Turkish is great for between Europe and Japan! Great selection of movies, decent food, optimal flight schedule etc. Plus one for onigiri snack you can pick up anytime from the galley🍙 The only thing is that Istanbul airport is too huge and expensive. If you have a lounge pass I guess it’s not an issue but yeah.

  • @woutergijs5246
    @woutergijs5246 2 роки тому

    Personal reflection on Qatar June 2022 : I liked the B-787 more than the resumed A-380. Because of better seating. 3-3-3 is mostly better than 3-4-3.

  • @thethailandcelt8394
    @thethailandcelt8394 3 роки тому +5

    Hi Dan, great sum up! I flew with only Emirates from Scotland to Thailand for many years and loved every minute of every flight. This sadly ended when they started to charge for seat selection in economy, @ £25 per flight this added £100 to a booking of approx £500 a whopping 20% rise overnight 😢
    I switched to Qatar and I'm delighted with their product although I would agree that the service is not as relaxed as Emirates.
    Qatar have also started to charge for seat selection in economy (free in economy "comfort " bookings) but I have not had to pay so far!
    In the cabin of the A350 I've always found the lighting to be relaxing and the leg room perfectly adequate.
    I've had A380 upper deck economy seats with both airlines and Emirates win that by a huge margin!
    Loved this, please keep them coming. 🙏

    • @stephanguitar9778
      @stephanguitar9778 2 роки тому

      Just booked Emirates LHR to MEL Australia. £360 return more for extra legroom seats. Insane. Only cost me about £100 return for that 2 years ago. Seems you have to review and read the fine print for everything you buy now. Also had free cancelation policy due to covid which I had to use and surprise surprise, it was £400 more when I went to rebook. They are all Ryanair now.

  • @waywardfish6863
    @waywardfish6863 3 роки тому +1

    Here Early For The Best Videos!!! Great Job Dan!

  •  Рік тому

    im gonna fly the A380 for the first time, from Doha with Qatar and i cant wait! It is Economy class but gonna be awsome!

  • @ryancmt
    @ryancmt 3 роки тому +1

    Did you factor in seat width? Turkish with the 9-abreast 777 offers wider seats than Emirates or Qatar, but width isn't everything and it looks like Turkish legroom is poor.

  • @JFR20
    @JFR20 8 місяців тому

    I dont know why they didnt give you menus because you were on the Boeing 777-300er on turkish airlines and they give out menus and snacks. When i had a flight 2 months ago they gave out blankets and pillows for every seat

  • @shakeelnawaz8553
    @shakeelnawaz8553 3 роки тому +2

    I travel in all of them and I didn't feel Turkish airline less than other even their food taste is best. My family is travel in Jan and this video really help me to know about all these airlines. Do have share any coupons?

  • @sean87arnaout
    @sean87arnaout Рік тому

    My favorite airline is Emirates 🇦🇪, I flew with them for the first time last year in July, roundtrip from Washington DC to Dubai and back. And I was very comfortable on both airplanes ✈️. I would definitely fly with them again to Dubai.

  • @UmairActorModel
    @UmairActorModel 3 роки тому +1

    This was so much fun to watch! Please do Southeast Asian/Pan Pacific airline smackdown as well! Singapore Airlines, Garuda Indonesia, Thai Airways, Cathay Pacific, ANA, Korean Air, Japan Airlines & Asiana!

  • @ebraaarrr
    @ebraaarrr 2 роки тому +3

    First of all nice video and content but I would like to add couple of things. I am turkish so I have been flying with TK my whole life. Since you have flown during the pandemic that might have been the cause for some of these things. Turkish airlines did always serve snacks and they do give out menus in the economy class. I am assuming do to covid they may have stopped. Since I was a child they always had lots of snacks to offer.

  • @KennyHenry-p8g
    @KennyHenry-p8g 12 днів тому

    I’m going to say Emirates, just flew economy A380 to Milan 4 weeks ago, will be doing Turkish this coming week 777-300ER

  • @putt3170
    @putt3170 3 роки тому +1

    Wow! New emirates economy look really good!

  • @labelletraveler2411
    @labelletraveler2411 2 роки тому +1

    You must have got a bad Turkish flight because all the Turkish flights I’ve taken have had snacks.

  • @Sarah-vlogs11.
    @Sarah-vlogs11. 2 роки тому

    We are going to turkey Istanbul next year so I’m happy I watched this

  • @MPWorLDTech
    @MPWorLDTech Рік тому +1

    Maybe you had bad experience with Turkish Airlines but truly Turkish doing better

  • @Its_aisha-ni9is
    @Its_aisha-ni9is 8 місяців тому +1

    I really really love emirates the economy is amazing and has delicious food but I once went on the emirates b777 300 er old model and I was fine with it but wished that the screen would be bigger although I would definitely go on emirates when travelling

  • @erincarter9457
    @erincarter9457 2 роки тому +1

    I think perhaps you should consider weighting the more important issues. Like legroom compared to hygiene kits. They really ought to be worth different amounts. While it may not have changed Turkish’s ranking it would be interesting between the other two airlines.

  • @paulkensington4069
    @paulkensington4069 3 роки тому +1

    You should do more of these as is really helpful especially on longer flights where people often have a choice - DL/AA/UA, JL/NH/KE, LH/BA/KL, QF/SQ/TG

  • @mrh7758
    @mrh7758 3 роки тому +1

    Legroom metric should give more points in my view - main thing I care about although I’m more prone to fly business on long haul these days anyway. Can bring own food on and my IPad tends to get as much use as the IFE

  • @thor9418
    @thor9418 2 роки тому +3

    Have flown Turkish in Economy class many times from 2017 to 2022. Bangkok/Saigon via Istanbul to Germany and back. Their prices are competitive and they fly to my hometown of Bremen which sets them apart from other airlines.
    I love the new Istanbul airport. 😍
    The overall flight experience was average at best. Rescheduling flights, their app, communications, check in, etc. always a disaster. They cancelled 5 flights on me during Covid and regularly reschedule booked flights. Many dirty games and reimbursements take several months. Zero service and respect for customers.
    I will not fly with them again. I did fly Quatar from Saigon to Germany, after Turkish left me stranded in Vietnam for about 2 years, in Mai of 2021.
    The experience was excellent and worlds apart from Turkish. What a contrast!

  • @Kayshots
    @Kayshots Рік тому +1

    Emirates gave 0 amenities on neither our 12 hour nor 6 hour nor 7 hour flights, where the 12 and 7 hour ones were at night, the cabin was old in the 7 hour flight (777, A6-ENI), The 6 hour flight was the best one of all, being a new A380 (A6-EUB)
    The 12 hour flight I don't recall, but it was an a380 aswell, an old one for that matter.
    Whereas Qatar Airways, handed out amenity kits on all our flights, both the 6H one, the 7h one and the 5h one, all of which planes were modern (7H A380) (6H 777) (5H 787)
    I much prefer Qatar, even for their hub. Dubai DXB sucks as an airport, barely anywhere to sit, crowded and cramped terminals, +Fast and smooth transit system

  • @Eymenblack
    @Eymenblack 2 роки тому +1

    Hey, you should Check turkish airlines newest plane, it contains pillow and a blanket

  • @oderaigwe8619
    @oderaigwe8619 Рік тому +2

    Totally agree with you. I have flown all three airlines in Economy on long haul connecting flights. For me generally across all categories, Qatar comes first, Emirates second then Turkish Airlines at a distant third. I intend to fly all three again this year so i can look closely and rate again.

  • @slantedlustre404
    @slantedlustre404 2 роки тому +1

    Btw way turkey is considered apart of Europe not the middle East

  • @suwaidii
    @suwaidii 2 роки тому +4

    this video makes me extremely proud to be a future emirates pilot as i just finished my training and will be going for the 777 training very shortly. Another great video dan and such an amazing analysis

  • @nicholaiivanitsky9661
    @nicholaiivanitsky9661 10 днів тому

    It is about Safran seats (Emirates and Turkish) vs. Recaro seats (Qatar.)
    Safran looks and feels better.

  • @karanbhatia1304
    @karanbhatia1304 2 роки тому +1

    DXB is hectic and is massive, and having a 2 hour connection can be the worst thing to happen to you. If you do fly alone as a minor, don't connect through Dubai as it is massive and can cause some anxiety. Honestly I made my flight only because I had assistance through out the flight. That's my take.

  • @bumblebee2956
    @bumblebee2956 2 роки тому +1

    I know Qatar will win on average but my choice is Turkish airlines because of cheaper price and their HUB on my regular travel. By the way all airlines use different aircraft depending on destinations…so the experience is different

  • @fattony9227
    @fattony9227 2 роки тому +1

    No surprise at the final outcome. I flew all 3 airlines and I would toss a coin between Emirates and Qatar. Since I'm not that tall so I'm not concerned about leg room. I'm more interested in details like price, arrival & departure times, type of plane and lay over length. I found food to be good on all 3 airlines. Turkish boarding can be chaotic and their crew hardly ever smile! It would be nice to see a comparison video between Emirates, Qatar and Singapore Airlines. Thanks for the upload.

  • @YvetteCousin
    @YvetteCousin Рік тому

    this video still hits!

  • @pkbandito9044
    @pkbandito9044 3 роки тому +2

    you can tell dan puts lots of effort into his videos, great job! keep up the good work

  • @Jako115
    @Jako115 3 місяці тому

    Haven’t flown on them yet, only on Emirates. But I was surprised how good Emirates is

  • @patosieR
    @patosieR 3 роки тому

    I've flewn only qatar and emirates for this comparison, but i'd go with emirates, plane ambiance and atmosphere is really good

  • @j.anthony9087
    @j.anthony9087 3 роки тому

    Great video Dan!

  • @francisgomes9976
    @francisgomes9976 3 роки тому +11

    Lmao, anybody thats been in on Emirates Boeing 777 knows that they don't come close to Qatar Boeing 777. Emirates only trump card is A380 (in that case Emirates take the 1st place 🥇🥇)

    • @Horizon301.
      @Horizon301. 3 роки тому +2

      Yeah emirates in general is over rated. Qatar is the only one which I thought was genuinely premium

    • @emiratesaviation33
      @emiratesaviation33 3 роки тому

      Lol Emirates clearly won. And Dan is someone who fanboys Qatar Airways. He still found Emirates better. And I've been on both. Everything said by Dan is correct

    • @Horizon301.
      @Horizon301. 3 роки тому

      @@emiratesaviation33 We think differently I guess, we seemingly have experienced both and saw more in Qatar than Emirates.

    • @emiratesaviation33
      @emiratesaviation33 3 роки тому

      @@Horizon301. okay. Cause I found more on Emirates. We have different experiences apparently. No hate 😊

    • @francisgomes9976
      @francisgomes9976 3 роки тому

      @@emiratesaviation33 lmao, Emirates won cause of A380s economy class. Lol any airlines Boening 777 can't compete with Emirates A380. Tell him to compare Emirates 777 to Qatar 777.

  • @freyagrayden9851
    @freyagrayden9851 3 роки тому +1

    Your Teletubbies comment had me in stitches😂