Harry And Meghan Didn’t Skip First Class On Qantas…There Was None
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Key Points:
- Prince Harry and Meghan Markle flew business class on a Qantas Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner from Los Angeles to Melbourne, as the aircraft used on that route does not have a first class cabin.
- Qantas is phasing out its Airbus A380, which has a first class cabin, on the Los Angeles to Melbourne route, replacing it mostly with the 787-9 that only offers business class as the highest cabin.
- The couple’s decision to fly business class was practical, given their busy schedule and the limited availability of the A380, rather than a deliberate choice to "downgrade."
- This trip differs from their 2018 royal tour as they traveled commercially and privately, reflecting a more low-key approach and a desire to be seen as part of the public rather than in privileged positions.
- Qantas business class on the 787-9 still provides a premium experience with lie-flat beds, making it a comfortable option for the long-haul flight to Australia.
