How nice is economy class going from the U.S. to SE Asia?

[NavinRJohnson]

Using Skymiles, I can get an economy roundtrip ticket from the U.S. to Asia on SQ for only 10,000 more miles than flying Delta/Northwest.

I know SQ is one of the best for international economy (more legroom, better seat pitch, good food, etc), but what about their flights operating **from the U.S.**? Is the experience in economy on SQ a lot better than flying economy on Delta, Northwest, Korean Air, etc? Or, do they have older planes in the U.S. with less legroom, etc? Just trying to get a sense of how much better the experience is, from the U.S. side.

Thanks!

[stargold]

If you depart from SFO or IAH, you will fly on the 777-300ER which has the latest and bestest in terms of seat design, IFE and cabin amenities.

Otherwise, the aircraft flying to LAX and JFK is still the older 747 which is really getting a little long in the tooth in Y - old seat design, IFE not as good, no laptop power supply etc.

Regardless of your departure point, you will enjoy the same soft product including the much famed service and pretty decent food even in Y.

[BOSqq]

You'll get the new economy class on the 77W if you fly out of SFO or IAH. If you fly out of LAX or JFK you'll get the old economy class on the 744.

[SMK77]

SQ 77W Economy is a very good hard and soft product. Try to get an emergency row. SQ 747 Economy might be more similar to US competitors but the cabin will still look better - not sure why cabins on US carriers always look worn out...

In terms of service & attitude and overall experience, 10,000 additional miles is a bargain.

Go for SQ and enjoy your flight!

[Russ]

Economy class long haul is never nice. Tolerable, yes, nice, no, unless the load is 30% and you get full rows to yourself to lie down...