Cgagn From Canada, joined Sep 2003, 345 posts, RR: 0 Posted (8 years 4 months 2 weeks 2 days 20 hours ago) and read 3810 times:
I'm planning a trip to London in mid february, and have decided I'd like to get a 777. I can fly AC from my hometown of Saskatoon to Toronto, then I can either get the BA777 from YYZ to LHR, or continue to La Guardia on AC and get a shuttle (more on that in a moment) to Kennedy for the late flight to Heathrow on the AA777. I'm just wondering if those who have travelled these routes could give some advice? Which would be the best 777 experience? I've never been to New York, and AA 777s are 2-5-2, so a window seat would be better than BAs 3-3-3. Do they both have PTVs? What about security in New York, will I be grilled because I choose to go through the US when not necessary. And finally is it difficult to get from LGA to JFK. I've read that there are shuttles between the 3 airports, so I'm guessing it's not that difficult, but perhaps someone who's tried it could shed some light. Any and all thoughts would be most appreciated.
C-GAGN
Widebodies flown on: A330-300,A340-300,A380-800,747-400,767-200ER,767-300ER,777-200A,777-200ER,777-200LR,777-300ER
Erj145lr From United States of America, joined Aug 2004, 431 posts, RR: 0 Reply 1, posted (8 years 4 months 2 weeks 2 days 20 hours ago) and read 3763 times:
BA! Personally i's always pick a foreign airline over a US based airline, think despite seats, ife, etc.. european airlines sercies all around are almost always better.
AAplatnumflier From , joined Dec 1969, posts, RR: Reply 3, posted (8 years 4 months 2 weeks 2 days 19 hours ago) and read 3703 times:
Personally I would pick AA as they have great service....and most of the time they are friendly too.....but at the end of the day it should come down to which is the most reasonable and convinient for you
EddieDude From Mexico, joined Nov 2003, 7170 posts, RR: 45 Reply 4, posted (8 years 4 months 2 weeks 2 days 19 hours ago) and read 3694 times:
Unless flying AA lets you stay a couple of days in New York, you should fly BA as it is less complicated and will probably be a higher-quality experience.
Have a nice trip and be sure to write a trip report when you come back!
Sllevin From United States of America, joined Jan 2002, 3376 posts, RR: 7 Reply 6, posted (8 years 4 months 2 weeks 2 days 19 hours ago) and read 3664 times:
I wouldn't make things that complex.
That said, for that long a trip, you should think about FF programs...and flying BA isn't going to net you very many miles.
I'd pick something where in fact you can get the 10,000 miles (which is virtually half a domestic FF ticket!).
Musapapaya From United Kingdom, joined Apr 2004, 1002 posts, RR: 0 Reply 7, posted (8 years 4 months 2 weeks 2 days 19 hours ago) and read 3619 times:
go for AA!!! more legroom in coach is the very good slogan for them! and i also like their silver machine! anyway i think both AA and BA's service are not 'great' after all...
Thrust From United States of America, joined Sep 2003, 2673 posts, RR: 11 Reply 8, posted (8 years 4 months 2 weeks 2 days 18 hours ago) and read 3599 times:
I would highly recommend an AA Boeing 777. I had the pleasure of flying them twice, on BOS-LHR and LHR-JFK. The 2-5-2 configuration offers plenty of flexible legroom, PTVs are on the seats, and I was very satisfied with the service on board. Very very relaxing ride. Can't speak for BA, but I can say you will definitely like AA's Boeing 777s. Ride them while MRTC is still around
Aa777jr From , joined Dec 1969, posts, RR: Reply 9, posted (8 years 4 months 2 weeks 2 days 18 hours ago) and read 3580 times:
I have flown the late flight out of JFK to LHR, on AA steel. It's not bad at all. Unless you just want to be able to tell people that your flight was YYZ-LGA-JFK-LHR, I would recomment the more direct flight from YYZ-LHR on BA steel. The only time I flew BA was LIS-LHR, not a pleasent experience at all on BA. I need to give them another try though. I have had great service on all AA flights thus far.
ZBBbird From Canada, joined Jul 2004, 58 posts, RR: 1 Reply 10, posted (8 years 4 months 2 weeks 2 days 17 hours ago) and read 3522 times:
I would have to suggest BA. Only flown with them on the YVR-LHR route a few times in the 744, excellent service! AA I have only flown around North America and while they were great I say take the Speedbird.
Cgagn From Canada, joined Sep 2003, 345 posts, RR: 0 Reply 11, posted (8 years 4 months 2 weeks 2 days 17 hours ago) and read 3492 times:
Thank you for all the great replies. I think I'm going to have to agree with some of the replies here, and go with BA for several reasons. Now that I think about it more, it seems needlessly complicated to go through New York, and I wouldn't have the time or money for a proper visit. As well, I'm going to book my return flight on the earlier of the two daily's, operated by a 744. It will be nice to get on the -400 again, its been several years now. I usually take AC when I visit relatives in the UK, so I've had my share of A330/A340 flights. Hopefully BA will provide me a great trip, I've heard good things about them.
I'd really like to visit New York, so maybe I'll try and plan a proper visit this summer!! Thanks for the advice.
C-GAGN
[Edited 2005-01-04 08:52:09]
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Aa777jr From , joined Dec 1969, posts, RR: Reply 12, posted (8 years 4 months 2 weeks 2 days 17 hours ago) and read 3444 times:
Cgagn,
You chose wisely, the LGA-JFK transfer is a pain in the ass. You would have to get bags and recheck for an international flight, prolly would need minimum 2 hrs for that. The shuttle is $35 I think one-way, and forget getting a NYC cabby to get you between the airports for under $50. The hardway is fun though somtimes. Instead of flying CO to see my folks AUS-EWR-LIS, I chose KL and went AUS-MEM-AMS-LIS. I had a huge layover in AMS and got to hang out. Be sure and write a report of your flight!
AirxLiban From Lebanon, joined Oct 2003, 4491 posts, RR: 55 Reply 14, posted (8 years 4 months 2 weeks 2 days 16 hours ago) and read 3402 times:
C-GAGN, I can only confirm the sentiment.
I have only been on two 777s, G-YMMN (BA, Trent 895, JFK-LHR) and N791AN (AA, Trent 895, LAX-MIA) and they both had PTVs and I really don't think that you will be able to savour the 777-ness of either one more than the other.
I would personally choose BA and also forget the hassle of doing LGA-JFK.
Plus there is nothing more beautiful now that Concorde is retired than BA 744s with those RB211s.
Flymia From United States of America, joined Jun 2001, 6283 posts, RR: 6 Reply 17, posted (8 years 4 months 2 weeks 2 days 10 hours ago) and read 3094 times:
Well I would Imagine the BA has PTV on there 777. And that trip would be alot easier. But I flown AA 777 a few times and I love the plane. Windows seats are great. Plenty of room and good service.
"It was just four of us on the flight deck, trying to do our job" (Captain Al Haynes)
Cgagn From Canada, joined Sep 2003, 345 posts, RR: 0 Reply 18, posted (8 years 4 months 2 weeks 2 days 7 hours ago) and read 3070 times:
My decision to take BA from Toronto is based more on convenience and timing than anything else. I can keep my original plan of flying the 777, and keep it somewhat convenient as well. For arguement sake, if AA flew YYZ-LHR with the 777, I'd probably fly them. I'd like to experince the 'more room in coach' seating, and the 2-5-2 arrangement appeals to me more. I have nothing against American Airlines and would love to fly with them sometime, but after thinking about it, and the responses I've got from A.Netter's, BA seems to be the right choice for this trip. Thanks to all those who took the time to reply!
C-GAGN
Widebodies flown on: A330-300,A340-300,A380-800,747-400,767-200ER,767-300ER,777-200A,777-200ER,777-200LR,777-300ER
BG001 From United States of America, joined Jul 2004, 52 posts, RR: 0 Reply 21, posted (8 years 4 months 2 weeks 1 day 5 hours ago) and read 2984 times:
The shuttle is $35 I think one-way, and forget getting a NYC cabby to get you between the airports for under $50
great to see that you live in TX and know all about NY. Please don't reply unless you know about the subject.
Catatonic From United Kingdom, joined Mar 2004, 1155 posts, RR: 4 Reply 23, posted (8 years 4 months 1 week 4 days 12 hours ago) and read 2902 times:
I have just recently flown an AA 777 LHR-LAX-LHR and I have to say it was excellent, the leg room was amazing and the service was great (better when your flying out of LHR than flying into). I have never flown BA on long haul but I cant tell you about AA as I have flown them to the US a few times. The triple 7 is a great aircraft, really roomy and comfortable and the MRTC is a god send on long haul. Food and service is great with AA and the flight attendants are really nice and helpful, the FA's tend to be older women with AA on long haul to the UK I don't know why this is but I prefer them as they are much nicer than most I have experienced. Flying out of LHR is better than flying into LHR the flights to the UK tend to be night flights and service tend to be toned down a bit, the movies (of which there were 4) weren't that good on the flight to the UK mainly mystery, horror and things like that (I prefer comedy). Flying to the US tends to be day time flights and service was excellent, drinks are complimentary (except booze) and they came round regularly offering snacks and drinks. Food to the US is better too, on both it tends to be chicken or beef! Movies to the US are better I watched without a paddle, sharktale and some other movies. A few gripes with AA, It was really hard to get window seats so check what seats are available before you book, and get your seats assigned when you book, there are no other seats available at check in! (I was told 30% of seats were unassigned for check in only). Personally I would base my decision on price and the least complications! Connecting is tough enough in one airport without having to travel to another to do it!
Bicoastal From , joined Dec 1969, posts, RR: Reply 24, posted (8 years 4 months 1 week 4 days 10 hours ago) and read 2886 times:
Why not fly United's 777? Flying to LGA and then out to Kennedy is silly. AC and United are Star Alliance members and your connections in either Chicago or Dulles will be very easy.
25 Soaringadi: I would say AA for one thing.... you wont have much confusion enjoy [Edited 2005-01-09 18:01:52]
26 Jfkaua: I wouldn't make things that complex. common this is airliners.net ... we LIVE for complex itineraries
27 Ozvirginuk: I definately agree with Bicoastal. I am a huge UA fan, particularly on their 777's. Loads better that AA or BA and you could connect at ORD, IAD or JF
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