I have flown a lot of business class over the years and have transited through Hong Kong and Singapore on more occasions than I care to remember. A decade ago Cathay along with Emirates were the best business class in the sky. About 2016 to 2018 Cathay's entire offering, particularly their service capitulated. At the same time Singapore up until then, a podium placegetter in the best business class in the world upted their game. Singapore an easy winner!
Hi Robin, thanks for watching ;) As a Hongkong-er, I have personally always preferred the Hong Kong Airport over the Singapore Airport - probably because I like the natural lights in HKG. But yes, I agree with what you say, CX's meals are less appeal these days. In particular, their breakfast options are quite terrible sometimes :(
Awesome comparrisson, I love how they arent two separate tripreports and a conclusion but rather tripreport in itself. Cathay really needs to do something to stand out, maybe refresh their business class or so, these cabins are beginning to look bland and outdated although being on a brand new aircraft (something that highlights the diverse culture of HK would be great)/
Hey, thanks for the kind words :) I just can't wait for a new cabin generation for Cathay... hopefully some enclosed suites. And I like your suggestion of getting highlights of the diverse culture of HK - maybe something that reminds us of CX's signature lounges would work :) Fingers crossed...
I commute between SG and HK monthly, if not bi-monthly. Despite physically SG being my hub, I fly CX much more than SQ. Terminal 4 is easier to navigate if you are riding a cab. Cathay has a neat lounge there, compared to the crowded and bland Silverkris and having to do gate security: which is often slow and inefficient. SQ has a better cabin product besides the footwell, but I find CX's food consistently good. I also enjoyed CX's ground service (despite being cold, they are professional), but SQ can suck big time even in Changi (40 min queue for J counters, anyone?). Both airlines are really cutting costs, and I somehow miss the good old time... Thank you very much, Ken, for the excellent review!
Thanks Steven. Interesting to hear from you as you travel so frequently between SG and HK, and your opinions are just so comprehensive. After travelling so many times between the two cities, do you like HKG or SIN more, haha?
@@MarcoPoloClubFlyer Thanks, Ken, for the reply! Haha, I love SIN and HKG both. SIN is more walkable, and once you figure out always to be the last one at the gate, you will make peace with the gate security. I kind of hate paying out of my pocket (the airport development fee etc.) to finance the butterflies and the rain vortex for the tourists! HKG requires a lot more walking, but I enjoyed the lounges and efficient processes in general. It has better transportation to the city centre as well! I will probably run into you on one of the SIN-HKG flights! It seems that you shuttle between these two cities pretty often as well.
This was a great review, Ken! I liked how much effort you put into making sure the conditions were the same as possible. You highlighted the strong and weak points for each airline. I agree that passengers may have stronger preferences for certain attributes over others, so your guide will help each person make a decision for themselves what is the best airline to pick. I hope you enjoyed both of your flights!
To me SQ no doubt . Simply cause CX is going backwards whereas SQ, if not moving ahead is at least consistent. And I’m never a lounge person , I always get to the airport last minute so it’s a no brainer for me.
Thanks for watching :) My experience on CX has also been consistent over the past few years - but seems like SQ crew are more engaging and friendly. And thanks for subscribing to my channel :p
I think they are both great airlines. Singapore Airlines business class is a better product though and more modern! I love this comparison video. Btw Ken your haircut is fire 🥰. Keep up the great content.
Thanks for returning, and for the kind words again ;) I really didn't like SQ's footwell and I would say CX's bed was just more comfortable in my opinion. But the SQ cabin is definitely more modern and I like the use of brown colour around the cabin. Thanks for watching ;)
Thanks for watching Gunvald. Where are you based in? Probably you should also try Cathay one day if you get a chance. But yes, I also enjoy flying with SQ :)
CX out of HKG and SQ out of SIN is a fair way to split your judgement. For one you feel like you're getting a full deal if you fly out of a carrier's hub. For instance, book the cook is not always available for flights to SIN from overseas stations (though it is from HKG).
May I request a comparison of SQ & CX Economy Class? Though I found lots of differences between the two in their Business Class, there are no too far apart. In Economy though, SQ crew was consistently professional, but CX crew in Economy was less so. With SQ's introduction of paper containers, the food quality, often overcooked and soggy, has fallen below those of the budget airlines.
There are SQ lounges in SIN T2 too, not only in T3 And you forgot one important thing: the chance to get a full flat bed on SQ is about 95+ percent, cause they only have a few ex Silk Air birds left. On CX you can end up on a recliner on many regional flights. For me thats a major issue.
Hey Mario, thanks for watching and commenting. Yes, I am aware of that - I was just trying ti say that there's only one consolidated lounge in T3, which is unlike CX with 3 separated lounges in HKG T1. :) And what you say makes sense.... back in late 2022, most of the CX regional jets were in storage... But now, they are eventually back in service, and one of my upcoming flights got an equipment swap and I am now stuck with the recliners :(
@@MarcoPoloClubFlyer actually there are 4 lounges in T3: silver kris, kf golden, first and private room. The way from the lounges to the last gate in A or B is not more than 10min (take the train). Ways in HKG can be much longer, so you need separate lounges Last year I went by the 737-8 with full flat in business, very nice on a short flight
Cathay left a bad taste in my mouth when I didn’t get the 15% miles transfer bonus for some reason when I clearly did it within the promotion period (says I need to sign up some form first which I had done previously!). No such issue when doing it for Singapore Airlines transfer promotion. The Cathay support is really really bad, I started contacting them and one year later it still wasn’t concluded properly and their support always keep disconnecting for “some reason” 😂 Complain emails goes unanswered. I’m going to use my remaining miles and it’s then permanently in my blacklistq for me
Hey, thanks for watching. Yes, I am aware of that - I was just trying ti say that there's only one consolidated lounge in T3, which is unlike CX with 3 separated lounges in HKG T1. :)
Haha, my pleasure welcoming you here... Hope you enjoyed the vid, I'm just doing it for fun, and yes, I will keep on improving my vids :) Thanks for watching :)
Hey bibi, thanks for watching! A330 is good, but is it the regional 330s or the long haul 330s... Regional seats are mehhh... Hopefully CX will order the newer 330-900neo soon.
Hey Y S, thanks for watching! Yes, I did realise the problem, and I will be trying my best to avoid that in the future. Hope you enjoyed the rest of the vid!
Neither of these products can claim to be among the leaders. Qatar Airways is far superior, particularly in terms of the privacy of their Q-Suites. The revamped Qantas business product from 2025 will also be superior to both these Asian carriers.
Neither, qatar wins ;) But rly cool comparison video! (In all seriousness, think cathay better on the ground and hard product, but SQ far better soft product)
Thanks for watching! I did fly QR in 2019, and the experience was superb. And yes, I generally feel more comfortable with the service and food provided by SQ. :)
I have flown a lot of business class over the years and have transited through Hong Kong and Singapore on more occasions than I care to remember. A decade ago Cathay along with Emirates were the best business class in the sky. About 2016 to 2018 Cathay's entire offering, particularly their service capitulated. At the same time Singapore up until then, a podium placegetter in the best business class in the world upted their game. Singapore an easy winner!
Hi Robin, thanks for watching ;) As a Hongkong-er, I have personally always preferred the Hong Kong Airport over the Singapore Airport - probably because I like the natural lights in HKG. But yes, I agree with what you say, CX's meals are less appeal these days. In particular, their breakfast options are quite terrible sometimes :(
Awesome comparrisson, I love how they arent two separate tripreports and a conclusion but rather tripreport in itself. Cathay really needs to do something to stand out, maybe refresh their business class or so, these cabins are beginning to look bland and outdated although being on a brand new aircraft (something that highlights the diverse culture of HK would be great)/
Hey, thanks for the kind words :) I just can't wait for a new cabin generation for Cathay... hopefully some enclosed suites. And I like your suggestion of getting highlights of the diverse culture of HK - maybe something that reminds us of CX's signature lounges would work :) Fingers crossed...
Hi Ken, you need to compare both airlines ticket prices.
I commute between SG and HK monthly, if not bi-monthly. Despite physically SG being my hub, I fly CX much more than SQ. Terminal 4 is easier to navigate if you are riding a cab. Cathay has a neat lounge there, compared to the crowded and bland Silverkris and having to do gate security: which is often slow and inefficient. SQ has a better cabin product besides the footwell, but I find CX's food consistently good. I also enjoyed CX's ground service (despite being cold, they are professional), but SQ can suck big time even in Changi (40 min queue for J counters, anyone?). Both airlines are really cutting costs, and I somehow miss the good old time...
Thank you very much, Ken, for the excellent review!
Thanks Steven. Interesting to hear from you as you travel so frequently between SG and HK, and your opinions are just so comprehensive. After travelling so many times between the two cities, do you like HKG or SIN more, haha?
@@MarcoPoloClubFlyer Thanks, Ken, for the reply! Haha, I love SIN and HKG both. SIN is more walkable, and once you figure out always to be the last one at the gate, you will make peace with the gate security. I kind of hate paying out of my pocket (the airport development fee etc.) to finance the butterflies and the rain vortex for the tourists!
HKG requires a lot more walking, but I enjoyed the lounges and efficient processes in general. It has better transportation to the city centre as well!
I will probably run into you on one of the SIN-HKG flights! It seems that you shuttle between these two cities pretty often as well.
@@MarcoPoloClubFlyer😊
This was a great review, Ken! I liked how much effort you put into making sure the conditions were the same as possible. You highlighted the strong and weak points for each airline. I agree that passengers may have stronger preferences for certain attributes over others, so your guide will help each person make a decision for themselves what is the best airline to pick. I hope you enjoyed both of your flights!
Awesome video! Very thorough and detailed review of both airlines. Appreciate your effort in filming and editing👏🏻
To me SQ no doubt . Simply cause CX is going backwards whereas SQ, if not moving ahead is at least consistent. And I’m never a lounge person , I always get to the airport last minute so it’s a no brainer for me.
Thanks for watching :) My experience on CX has also been consistent over the past few years - but seems like SQ crew are more engaging and friendly. And thanks for subscribing to my channel :p
I think they are both great airlines. Singapore Airlines business class is a better product though and more modern! I love this comparison video. Btw Ken your haircut is fire 🥰. Keep up the great content.
Thanks for returning, and for the kind words again ;) I really didn't like SQ's footwell and I would say CX's bed was just more comfortable in my opinion. But the SQ cabin is definitely more modern and I like the use of brown colour around the cabin. Thanks for watching ;)
I Havent Flown Whit CATHAY PACIFIC.I Love Flying Whit SINGAPORE AIRLINES.Great Trip Report
Thanks for watching Gunvald. Where are you based in? Probably you should also try Cathay one day if you get a chance. But yes, I also enjoy flying with SQ :)
CX out of HKG and SQ out of SIN is a fair way to split your judgement. For one you feel like you're getting a full deal if you fly out of a carrier's hub. For instance, book the cook is not always available for flights to SIN from overseas stations (though it is from HKG).
Lovely editing. I think you done a lot of work for doing these videos.
Flying in regional Asia, Cathay we found was the better airline, crew, and food
Hey Henry, thanks for watching and commenting :) Which route do you usually fly within Asia with Cathay?
May I request a comparison of SQ & CX Economy Class?
Though I found lots of differences between the two in their Business Class, there are no too far apart. In Economy though, SQ crew was consistently professional, but CX crew in Economy was less so.
With SQ's introduction of paper containers, the food quality, often overcooked and soggy, has fallen below those of the budget airlines.
great job great review Ken, thanks so much!
Singapore airlines is world class 🙌🏻 number 1 like there airport 💯❤️
This is an interesting concept. Well done.
There are SQ lounges in SIN T2 too, not only in T3
And you forgot one important thing: the chance to get a full flat bed on SQ is about 95+ percent, cause they only have a few ex Silk Air birds left. On CX you can end up on a recliner on many regional flights. For me thats a major issue.
Hey Mario, thanks for watching and commenting. Yes, I am aware of that - I was just trying ti say that there's only one consolidated lounge in T3, which is unlike CX with 3 separated lounges in HKG T1. :)
And what you say makes sense.... back in late 2022, most of the CX regional jets were in storage... But now, they are eventually back in service, and one of my upcoming flights got an equipment swap and I am now stuck with the recliners :(
@@MarcoPoloClubFlyer actually there are 4 lounges in T3: silver kris, kf golden, first and private room. The way from the lounges to the last gate in A or B is not more than 10min (take the train).
Ways in HKG can be much longer, so you need separate lounges
Last year I went by the 737-8 with full flat in business, very nice on a short flight
You should try cargo class, spacious and quiet with no pax disturbance.
Nicely narrated and compiled. Thanks!
Thanks again, Ian :)
SQ's 777 business class seats products are not the same as their A380 seats although the configuration may seem similar.
Lol i always choose the same seat on sq. 29A on a350. The very last seat on the left / port side.
Haha, same preference for me. Hopefully we don't fly on the same flight or otherwise we might have to fight for the same seat, haha. Just joking :p
Cathay left a bad taste in my mouth when I didn’t get the 15% miles transfer bonus for some reason when I clearly did it within the promotion period (says I need to sign up some form first which I had done previously!). No such issue when doing it for Singapore Airlines transfer promotion. The Cathay support is really really bad, I started contacting them and one year later it still wasn’t concluded properly and their support always keep disconnecting for “some reason” 😂 Complain emails goes unanswered. I’m going to use my remaining miles and it’s then permanently in my blacklistq for me
No there is another Krisflyer lounge at terminal 2
Hey, thanks for watching. Yes, I am aware of that - I was just trying ti say that there's only one consolidated lounge in T3, which is unlike CX with 3 separated lounges in HKG T1. :)
Can you also do the same review but for first class?
I just found you.....great video, keep it up :)
Haha, my pleasure welcoming you here... Hope you enjoyed the vid, I'm just doing it for fun, and yes, I will keep on improving my vids :) Thanks for watching :)
Cathay's comfort is more important ...its food is not that bad anyway.
Singapore airline all the way!!!
hkg - cgk still used a330-300 with cathay ==
Hey bibi, thanks for watching! A330 is good, but is it the regional 330s or the long haul 330s... Regional seats are mehhh... Hopefully CX will order the newer 330-900neo soon.
Both Are Best AirLine
True, both are among the best in the world. thanks for watching! :)
不如你努力啲成為SQ嘅PPS member，到時先再比較丫，眼界要闊啲
Need the video shaking to stop, very bothersome. Thank you for your effort
Hey Y S, thanks for watching! Yes, I did realise the problem, and I will be trying my best to avoid that in the future. Hope you enjoyed the rest of the vid!
CX🎉
Cathay all the way
SQ better hard product overall
Are you going to keep wearing that mask forever?
Both highly overpriced, mostly used by businesses and people with free sky miles.
Neither of these products can claim to be among the leaders. Qatar Airways is far superior, particularly in terms of the privacy of their Q-Suites. The revamped Qantas business product from 2025 will also be superior to both these Asian carriers.
your carera no~~~good = =
Neither, qatar wins ;) But rly cool comparison video!
(In all seriousness, think cathay better on the ground and hard product, but SQ far better soft product)
Thanks for watching! I did fly QR in 2019, and the experience was superb. And yes, I generally feel more comfortable with the service and food provided by SQ. :)
SQ
Ewww Cathay