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£443 Find Cheap Flights from London to Cairns

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Cheapest return fare
£833
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Tue 1/9Sun 25/10
LGW - CNS • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
£443
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Wed 2/9
STN - CNS • 3 stops
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Cheapest • from £1,001 (return)
Best reviews • 8.2 score
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Cheapest • Avg £1,477 (return)
Shortest trip • 22h 14m (one-way)
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Most punctual • 94% on-time
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Cheap Flights from London to Cairns (LON-CNS)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from London to Cairns that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent return flight deals from London to Cairns

Tue, 1 Sep - Sun, 25 Oct
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53h 30m
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06:00 - 07:30
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LGW
34h 30m
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£833Multiple Airlines
Wed, 4 Nov - Thu, 19 Nov
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10:30 - 17:15
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CNS
44h 45m
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06:00 - 14:00
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LGW
42h 00m
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£851Multiple Airlines
Thu, 10 Sep - Wed, 4 Nov
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CNS
53h 30m
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LGW
59h 55m
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£868Multiple Airlines
Tue, 1 Sep - Sun, 25 Oct
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21:05 - 19:30
STN
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CNS
37h 25m
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14:55 - 12:05
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STN
55h 10m
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£1,001Emirates
Sun, 15 Nov - Sun, 6 Dec
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CNS
28h 20m
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11:35 - 18:25
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LGW
40h 50m
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£1,029Emirates
Thu, 10 Sep - Wed, 4 Nov
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10:00 - 17:00
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CNS
22h 00m
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LGW
24h 40m
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£1,155Singapore Airlines
Sun, 15 Nov - Sun, 6 Dec
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21:30 - 14:55
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CNS
31h 25m
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LHR
40h 30m
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£1,158Qatar Airways
Tue, 1 Sep - Sun, 25 Oct
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20h 40m
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34h 50m
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£1,180Singapore Airlines
Mon, 14 Sep - Wed, 23 Sep
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24h 00m
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27h 20m
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£2,572SWISS
Mon, 14 Sep - Wed, 23 Sep
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KAYAK’s insights & trends for London to Cairns flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from London to Cairns to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a return flight from London to Cairns?

This analysis is based on the cheapest return trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from London to Cairns departing in September.

What is the cheapest month to fly from London to Cairns?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from London to Cairns, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from London to Cairns is March, where tickets cost £697 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £1,315 and £1,057 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from London to Cairns?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from London to Cairns, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from London to Cairns, you should book around 5 weeks before departure, which saves you about 34% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 18 weeks before departure.

Good to know - Cheap tickets from London to Cairns

Low seasonJune
Cheapest flight£443
Best time to beat the crowds (9% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (11% more expensive on average)
Flight from London Stansted Airport to Cairns

When to book flights from London to Cairns

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from London to Cairns based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
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FAQs for booking flights from London to Cairns

  • When should you check in at London airports?

    London is a major travel hub, and all of its airports are often busy, with long queues at security check-in areas. With this in mind, it is advisable to check in at least 2-3h before your flight when flying from of any of London’s 5 major airports. London Heathrow, London Gatwick, London Stansted (STN), and Luton Airport (LTN) all offer fast-track check-in options. However, there is no fast-track service at London City.

  • Can you fly non-stop from London to Cairns Airport, Queensland?

    There are no direct flight routes from London airports to Cairns Airport in Queensland, Australia. However, flights from Heathrow Airport with Singapore Airlines only involve one stopover on route. When you book from Heathrow, or other London airports, with multiple airlines, you may face several stopovers before your arrival in Cairns.

  • What services are available at Cairns Airport?

    Duty-Free Shopping is available in the Arrivals area of Cairns Airport from the Aelia Duty-Free store. Coffee shops and snack bars are also available inside the Arrivals area for those who want to grab a bite to eat or a pick-me-up when they land in Australia.

  • What transport options are available at Cairns Airport?

    Passengers arriving at Cairns Airport can take a shuttle bus to Port Douglas or to the Northern Beaches, as well as to the Cairns CBD area. Tickets for this service can be purchased at the shuttle bus desk located in the Arrivals hall inside Terminal 1. There is also an airport taxi rank outside each of the terminal buildings and car hire is available from counters in the arrivals hall in Terminals 1 and 2.

  • What facilities are there for wheelchair users at Cairns Airport?

    Cairns Airport has a designated pick-up area for passengers who require extra assistance. This area has parking for vehicles designed for wheelchair access and drivers can park vehicles here to assist passengers from the terminal exit. Drivers are not allowed to leave vehicles unattended, however, so you should ask interior airport staff if you need assistance moving through arrivals.

  • Why should I choose Emirates for my London to Cairns flight?

    Emirates offers a renowned in-flight experience, with spacious seats, personal entertainment systems and attentive service. They also provide complimentary chauffeur services, ensuring a seamless journey from your doorstep to the airport. They operate the A380 aircraft on selected flights from London to Cairns. The A380 is renowned for its spaciousness, quietness and advanced amenities.

  • What are the advantages of flying Qatar Airways to Cairns Airport (CNS) from London?

    Qatar Airways is known for its award-winning service, comfortable seating and excellent onboard amenities. With their extensive network, you can enjoy seamless connections, and their exclusive Qsuite, featuring privacy doors and fully lie-flat beds, provides a luxurious travel experience.

  • Are there any cultural features at London Heathrow Airport (LHR)?

    London Heathrow Airport features various cultural offerings, including art exhibitions, live music performances and cultural events. The airport also hosts a range of international restaurants, allowing you to experience diverse cuisines before your flight.

  • How can I reduce my carbon footprint on the London to Cairns route?

    Consider choosing airlines that prioritise sustainability, such as Qantas and Virgin Atlantic, which are committed to reducing emissions and investing in more fuel-efficient aircraft. Additionally, you can offset your carbon emissions through airline programs or support carbon reduction projects independently. 

  • What is the cheapest flight from London to Cairns?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from London to Cairns was £443 for a one-way ticket and £833 for a return.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from London to Cairns?

    There are 5 airports in London (London City, London Gatwick, London Heathrow, London Luton, and London Stansted.) and only 1 airport in Cairns (Cairns). The cheapest flights are generally found on the London Gatwick Airport to Cairns flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from London to Cairns?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from London to Cairns?

    oneworld, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between London and Cairns, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • What is the most popular stopover when flying to Cairns from London?

    Singapore is the most popular stopover city among KAYAK users travelling from London to Cairns.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from London to Cairns, Singapore Airlines or Emirates?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from London to Cairns are Singapore Airlines and Emirates. With an average price for the route of £1,240 and an overall rating of 8.2, Singapore Airlines is the most popular choice. Emirates is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of £1,347 and an overall rating of 8.1.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from London to Cairns?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from London to Cairns.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from London to Cairns?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Cairns from London is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from London to Cairns?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Cairns with an airline and back to London with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from London to Cairns?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Cairns from London up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from London to Cairns

  • It is possible to book flights from London to Cairns with multiple airlines from all 5 of London’s major airports. Airlines commonly used on multiple flight bookings include Qatar Airways, Virgin Australia, and Jetstar.
  • Passengers flying from Heathrow Airport (LHR) with Singapore Airlines can enjoy Heathrow’s SilverKris Lounge located in Terminal 2B and close to departure Gate B36.
  • Short and long-stay parking is available at all 5 of London's major airports. However, at some London airports, including Gatwick (LGW) and London City (LCY), parking is located a 5-10min journey from the terminals.
  • SmartGate self-processing passport checks are available to some passengers at Cairns Airport. Ticket holders must be 16 or over to use this service.
  • Looking to exchange cash when you arrive? Passengers will find a currency exchange booth and ATM inside the Arrivals area of Terminal 1 at Cairns Airport (CNS).
  • Travelling with a lot of luggage? A free trolley service is available in the Cairns Airport arrivals hall to help you transport your bags.
  • It is illegal for taxi or bus drivers to approach passengers at Cairns Airport. Passengers should book transport in advance or use the airport transport service desks or authorised taxi ranks available.
  • If you value comfort and luxury, upgrading your ticket class can make a long-haul journey such as this one more enjoyable. Premium Economy and Business Class on airlines like Singapore Airlines and Cathay Pacific provide extra legroom, priority services and upgraded dining options.
  • Many airlines offer the opportunity to include a stopover in their hub city, such as Singapore or Dubai. Airlines to consider include Singapore Airlines, Emirates and Qatar Airways, when flying from London to Cairns. Consider extending your stopover to explore these destinations, adding an extra dimension to your trip and making the most of your travel experience.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying from London to Cairns

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from London to Cairns. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from London to Cairns? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
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Singapore AirlinesOverall score based on 1522 reviews
8.6Crew
8.3Boarding
7.8Food
8.0Entertainment
8.0Comfort
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Food was terrible , uncomfortable seats, WiFi did not work, will never fly Singapore again.

2.0 MediocreAnonymous, May 2026
LAX - NRT
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Food was terrible , uncomfortable seats, WiFi did not work, will never fly Singapore again.

Really great service throughout and the food was really nice. I can highly recommend thank you very much.

Kayak really screwed up by offloading the booking to a third party. They were completely inept and caused a bunch of toil. I will never use Kayak again.

It was fine. Nothing special but nothing went wrong so all good.

I loved the full Taylor Swift selection but felt that the other selections were limited, didn’t span the popular music eras nor a wide enough range of music genres. BUT the seat and bed were GREAT (it was wide, long enough, had great storage, firm enough to uphold body postural comfort). Outstanding crew and really great food - gourmet innovative dim sum breakfast so different from the boring standard fare offered by many other business class products.

Crew is excellent Wifi needs to be improved in order to connect to the internet.

They ran out of the second choice of food was stuck with fish

I felt that the whole experience went very smoothly. The aircraft was extremely clean and tidy on boarding. The cabin crew were beautifully turned out very, very efficient and were a credit to Singapore Airlines who are now my favourite carrier.

Overall were very good and I was satisfied w/ all the food and services.

I find it was a bit hot before take off. If there is a way to improve the airflow it would be great

The crew were absolutely fantastic. They actively asked if passengers wanted refills and if they were comfortable. I was extremely impressed.

I liked everything: the service, the food, the cleanness. I flew last year with Qatar Airways, so I can compare. Emirates did much better! Especially their meals and service.

Emirates A380s are always wonderful to fly on. Their crews, food and service are always excellent. They are typically on time and the only thing I would change (maybe newer or upgraded aircraft have this) is bluetooth so I can pair my noise cancelling headphones without a cable.

Premium economy was worth it-comfort was definitely better than economy class. The seats were more comfortable, blankets and pillows thicker

The journey was nice, all the crews were very good and services are excellent

Great flight - Clubhouse met our needs, and the staff provided good service. Boarding felt a little chaotic, but given the size of the aircraft, it's always going to be challenging. Whilst the crew were friendly, the number of passengers meant that we received our breakfast items, but had finished breakfast before we were served a drink. Lunch was much better organised, and throughout the flight, the crew were attentive. Found the seats and ICE to be excellent. Disembarkation was fine, and everything possible to expedite the process was being done.

Wonderful Premium Economy experience. Felt as good as Business Class for food and entertainment. Comfortable sleeping too

No kids provided. Instead we were told to have contacted the airline that we have kids and require kids meals. We were not the only ones who inquired about kids meals. It’s odd. Emirates and other airlines give kids meals as standard and before the adult food comes out. The rice in our meals was gluggy and under cooked. The chicken was also raw. Sadly not the best experience with Finn Air. The hostesses tried to compensate with the snacks and drinks but missed the mark by a long way. Especially when paying Emirates/Qantas prices

the seat is quite narrow compared to others. entertainment and food were very good

Can’t complain Only downside was the Kiosk passport check and customs clearance at Melbourne. When will they improve that service🤔

The staff from beginning to end we're friendly and helpful. The food and beverages were quite good (but see the comment below). I also liked their entertainment options, as we'll as their frequent attention to the airplane restrooms. Here are the reasons this is not a 5-star review: - You have to pay for WiFi on the plane unless you have some level of seat upgrade. - CP sent me a warning that the name I entered to book didn't match my passport. True, but the form for entering my name didn't allow for anything but a middle initial. This lead to a lot of chats, phone calls and stress before finding out at the ticket counter that it didn't matter. CP has modified their notice to now tell you this key bit of info. - After consuming a chicken dinner they offered (Kathmandu to Hong Kong), I developed symptoms entirely consistent with salmonella, beginning about 6 hours later. There were some odd things about the serving of this meal, too. Our row was the last one served, and we were given a tray without the entree on it. About 10 minutes later the stewardess came by and said they only had one chicken meal left. My seat mate and I decided he would have the lamb and I would take the chicken. I think I lost. I suspect that this entree was left over from an earlier flight and they were scrambling to get the last row fed. My seat mate and I were the last two to receive our entrees. I am not accusing CP of giving me a contaminated meal - just that the onset and progress of symptoms closely match those of salmonella poisoning. I opted out of the first meal on the next flight 13 hours later, but was fine after that.

Was not able to board flight because boarding pass name did not match passport name and no one caught it.

Not at all satisfactory. I had stomach upsets after taking food. Quality of Asian vegetarian meal was awful. Further there was no snacks/ fruits/ biscuits available as in between snacks.. only peanuts and pitzels.. except courteous staff rest of my experience was far from satisfactory

I do not think there was much that could have been done to make it better. The delayed flight was due to bad weather. The turbulent patches were very unavoidable. Am simply thankful that there were no sudden and / or sharp drops during the flight. I do extend my compliments to captain Marcus I believe was his name and the rest of the crew. They all did an excellent job. My only question is whether I get a refund since the seats I had chosen and paid for were reassigned.

Flight was kept super cold. I was shivering and had to layer up.

The crew and the food were excellent. The plane was kept quite clean.

The flight from Hong Kong to Hyderabad didn’t have any power points to charge my mobile. Given we are no longer allowed to use power banks, giving customers the ability to charge even on short flights is critical part of the overall experience.

The vegan oriental option was disappointing. The regular vegan option was okay but we've had better.

Flights home are always happy, except this time I was traveling to be with my ailing father.

The flight experience was good for a long flight over the pole, but it got my wife to the Far East in time.

I never flew with alliance. Kayak is a joke and none of the flights or times were correct. Won’t ever use kayak again

I missed my flight due to unforeseen circumstances It was, however , an excellent price !

We had a medical emergency, needing to get to an emergency room upon landing at LAX. I let the back flight attendants know the situation. One, David, contacted the pilot, who made arrangements for EMT's to be there when we got off the plane. They went above and beyond for us. We didn't have to go through customs, as a customs person came to us and checked us right at the exit of the jet way. Another wonderful woman, a United employee at LAX, perhaps a customer service liaison, took care of our luggage situation, as we weren't going to make our connection to Bozeman. When we came back to LAX to see when we could get a flight to Bozeman, the personnel are very accommodating and booked us on the next flight out, and assigned good seats. It was a horrible flight, physically, from Sydney to LAX, , but the professionalism of all involved was excellent! We are very grateful fir the way they all stepped in and helped during a very unpleasant medical situation. Thank you!!

PREMIUM ECONOMY - excellent !Brilliant new plane. Excellent tv catalogue. Good food. Good communication and service from all friend Australian crew. Good communication from captain. Best travel experience in years.

Very good overall. However, your choices of free movies was limited and there was no music Channel???

I couldn't hear all of the announcements. It was nice when they put them on the screen.

This was the worst flight I’ve been on. Getting on the plane where is was 30 degrees outside was hotter on board cabin must’ve been 33 degrees. This is a health hazard. They cannot be doing this to save on fuel. People could die from this!!. Fans and a/c was, off entertainment was off. Poor excuse given. Crew made the excuse that the system didn’t have enough power. They basically were operating on one engine to save on jet fuel till 3 hours later on cruising altitude and they then started the second engine. And finally the cabin was cooled. On a 7hour red eye flight this made it so uncomfortable and impossible to sleep.

My experience was great overall. Tanya was particularly friendly and helpful the entire trip. I was very pleased with her customer service skills. The plane was an older aircraft but the entire way was comfortable with barely any turbulence at all. Qantas should speed up its fleet renovation. Totally recommend using this airline.

Qantas is always subpar beyond comfy chairs for a domestic flight

I liked boarding the plane. The staff were rude, the food was appalling and the chairs the most uncomfortable I have ever experienced

Flight canceled by JetBlue for no reason. No good alternatives provided.

My journey with Qatar Airways from Ahmedabad to Jacksonville on 3rd February 2026 was truly exceptional. The entire experience reflected comfort, care, and world-class service. Complimentary high-quality Wi-Fi throughout the journey was a welcome luxury, especially on a long-haul flight. The vegetarian meals were thoughtfully prepared, delicious, and served with attention to detail, along with a fine selection of snacks and beverages. What truly elevated the experience was the cabin crew — graceful, courteous, and genuinely attentive, delivering outstanding hospitality at every step. This journey perfectly showcased the premium standard Qatar Airways is known for, and it left a lasting impression. I would gladly fly with them again.

excellent! movie selection just ok, but everything else was wonderful.

This flight was a very good trip for us. The crew were very friendly and helpful. They made arrangements for my husband to have assistance in boarding. We were not expecting a meal, so it was a pleasant surprise on this short flight to have a meal and beverage from a very courteous crew.

It would help id flight crew were not rude and showed some courtesy. They were shouting at passengers and yelling instructions as if we were school children at lunch cafeteria!!

The service was good but the food was a NO

Crew and food was good, ok leg room if you don’t have a big box under the seat. And the seats are so narrow (I’m only 70kg), will consider an alternate airline next time

Boarding from DOH to SYD the Business Class were pointed in a separate gate but no one there to receive us. Otherwise it was ok.

The flight was delayed and one member of the crew was a bit rude. But apart from that all good.

Not sure how we end up with American Airlines instead of Qatar Airways. From Philadelphia to Qatar they boarded us then they asked us to unload. After 30 minutes later they board us again. The inside the plane it was burning hot and we were sweating like crazy. Crew members are absolute rude. The way they served the passengers were horrible. One of the crew members hit my knee with food cart and kept going. I was holding an ice pack for almost 2 hours. I am still with the pain.

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