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Airline review: Flying Jetstar was not a great way to start my holiday
Jetstar’s low international fares are appealing, but at some point my patience with cancellations and delays will run out.
- by Kristie Kellahan
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The top-rated airlines of the year
We flew in luxurious business class suites and did cramped jaunts with notorious budget carriers. Here are the flights we rated the best.
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Airline review: This bargain flight was worth more than I paid
The call centre is useless, but you can’t complain about paying $254 to fly from New York to Paris.
- by Kristie Kellahan
★★★★½
Qantas
Airline review: Qantas’ superjumbo business class is king of comfort
How many will continue to stick with Qantas after the airline’s recent woes is unclear, but at least the seats are still comfortable.
- by Ute Junker
★★★★
Chicago
Airline review: Faultless service and dining on Air New Zealand’s unique US route
It may not be the most modern business class in operation today, but it’s still the most cosy and easiest way to get to Chicago from Australia.
- by Kylie McLaughlin
★★★½
Europe
Airline review: Flights with this budget carrier can cost less than an Uber
Flights are cheap, but only the first 70 passengers get to bring their carry-on luggage on board.
- by Kristie Kellahan
★★★★
Sri Lanka
Airline review: Food and service make up for this business class’ shortcomings
While the entertainment offerings and bar menu fall short, this business class has other highlights.
- by Julie Miller
★★★★★
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Airline review: This five-star economy class sets the benchmark
Singapore Airlines’ economy cabin is a masterclass in service, food and entertainment.
- by Flip Byrnes
★★★★
Vanuatu
Airline review: No entertainment, no alcohol in this business class
It’s a short flight to this Pacific island, so the shortcomings of this business class are easily overlooked.
- by Christine Retschlag