About this flight
I flew from Suvarnabhumi International Airport in Bangkok, the capital of Thailand, to Hong Kong in Cathay Pacific's business class.
Since I had some time before boarding at Bangkok Airport, I spent it in the Cathay Pacific lounge, and also visited the Qatar Airways lounge, as both airlines are members of the oneworld alliance.
In the Qatar Airways lounge, I sat on a regal sofa adorned with Arabian-style geometric patterns and enjoyed Arabic coffee and dates.
Onboard, Cathay Pacific served the in-flight meal using a service cart, allowing passengers to see the meal selections as they were presented.
Although the flight was a short one at around 2 hours and 45 minutes, it was a comfortable journey with spacious business class seating and a glass of champagne.
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Bangkok Airport
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Check-in Counter
This is the check-in counter at Suvarnabhumi International Airport in Bangkok.
Guardian Demon Statue
This is a guardian deity statue known locally as "Yak" at Suvarnabhumi Airport. There are reportedly 12 of these statues in the airport, each in a different color.
Cathay Pacific Lounge Entrance
The entrance to the Cathay Pacific Lounge at Bangkok's Suvarnabhumi International Airport.
Cathay Pacific Lounge
This is the seating area in the lounge. Each seat has a high back and clear partitions, providing a comfortable and private space.
Cathay Lounge – Buffet
The buffet counter inside the lounge. The lighting covers have a unique and stylish design.
Qatar Lounge – Coffee
I moved from the Cathay Pacific lounge to the Qatar Airways lounge, which is also part of the oneworld alliance.
This is the dining area in the Qatar Airways lounge:
- • Arabic coffee – served in a small cup
- • Tea – served from a teapot into the central cup
- • Dates – placed on the saucer of the tea cup
Qatar Airways Lounge – Sofa (1)
This is one of the sofas in the Qatar Airways lounge. With a high back that reaches the ceiling and leather upholstery, it has a very elegant design.
Qatar Airways Lounge – Sofa (2)
Another color variation of the sofa seen earlier in the Qatar lounge. The geometric patterns evoke a Middle Eastern aesthetic, with a dignified, palace-like presence.
Qatar Airways Lounge – Interior
This is the general seating area inside the Qatar Airways lounge.
Qatar Airways Lounge – Drink Counter
The drink counter for coffee and tea in the Qatar Airways lounge.
Cathay Lounge (1)
After enjoying Arabic coffee and tea, I returned to the Cathay Pacific lounge.
Cathay Lounge (2)
This is the dining area inside the Cathay Pacific lounge.
Cathay Lounge – Meal
This is the meal I had in the Cathay Pacific lounge:
- • (Right) Noodle dish in a soup with various ingredients
- • (Left) Salad with lettuce and other vegetables
I ate it with chopsticks.
Cathay Lounge – Noodle Dish
- • (Left) Salad with lettuce, papaya, and tomato
- • (Right) Noodle dish in a broth with various toppings
- Topped generously with chili
Onboard
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Business Class Seat (1)
This is the business class seat for today's flight. It is the type used on Cathay Pacific's long-haul routes.
Business Class Seat (2)
A view of the large seatback screen. I was also served a welcome drink—champagne.
Business Class Cabin
This is the cabin view of the business class section.
View Just After Takeoff
We have just taken off from Bangkok Airport.
In-Flight Meal
The in-flight meal tray was served.
- • Seafood salad
- • Garlic bread
In-Flight Meal – Service Cart
The in-flight meal was brought around on a service cart, with the dishes visible for selection. Airlines like Cathay Pacific often use this style of service.
I think it’s a great service approach.
In-Flight Meal – Main Course
The main course of the in-flight meal:
- • Chinese-style braised pork
In-Flight Meal – Dessert
Dessert:
- • Häagen-Dazs strawberry ice cream
Champagne After the Meal
A glass of champagne to enjoy after the meal.
