Qantas A380 Resumes SIN-LHR Flights; First Class Lounge at Changi Reopens

(21 June 2022, 11:19 +07)  With the return of Qantas' A380 aircraft on flights to and from Singapore, travellers can now fly First Class and enjoy the carrier's First Lounge at Changi Airport.

The airline is now flying its recently refurbished A380 aircraft on flights between Australia and Singapore, and Singapore - London.

The aircraft’s premium cabins include 14 First Suites, 70 Business Suites (increased by 6) and 60 Premium Economy seats (increased by 25) as well as 341 Economy seats (decreased by 30).

The on-board lounge has been redesigned by David Caon in a supper club style with seating for 10 people and a bespoke snack menu.

The Qantas First Lounge at Changi has capacity for 240 guests

Qantas' First Lounge at Changi Airport, which was launched in December 2019, has also reopened after it operated for just three months before closing due to the COVID19 pandemic.

The Qantas First Lounge has capacity for 240 guests and offers a Neil Perry fine dining experience with a menu inspired by Singapore’s vibrant dining scene featuring dishes such as a signature Laksa with Crayfish and Rice Noodles, Barramundi with Sambal Browned Butter and Shrimp-based Chicken Wings.

The Carrara marble bar invites guests to select from an extensive beverage menu featuring Champagne, bespoke cocktails including the Merlion Blush and barista coffee.

The 1000 square metre lounge was designed by Australian industrial designer David Caon in collaboration with architect Kelvin Ho of Akin Atelier.

There are zones for dining, working and relaxing as well as 10 shower suites for customers to freshen up.

The First Lounge operates alongside the existing Qantas Business Lounge ensuring all eligible customers travelling have the best possible pre-flight experience.

“We’d only just opened our brand-new First lounge before the pandemic forced its closure. Many of our Frequent Flyers never had the chance to see it. We’re delighted to once again welcome our customers back to this beautiful lounge at Changi Airport. Our lounge team is excited to be back and eager to offer the warmest hospitality to Qantas and our partner airline customers,” said Qantas Group Chief Customer Officer Stephanie Tully. “Singapore plays an important role in Qantas’s worldwide network as we continue to ramp up capacity in line with strong travel demand. It’s great to have our First offering back both in the air and on the ground at Changi Airport, which is consistently recognised as one of the best airports in the world.”

Qantas will operate a daily return A380 flight from Sydney to Singapore and on to London as well as 20 A330 operated flights each week from Singapore to Sydney, Melbourne, Perth and Brisbane.

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