Cathay's New London Business Class: A Closer Look

Ever wondered what it's like to fly business class with Cathay Pacific on their new Aria Suites? Well, if you're heading to London, you're in for a treat! This new business class experience is now available on two Boeing 777 routes, CX250 and CX255. But don't expect to see it every day just yet – for now, you'll have four flights a week to choose from. But why the wait? Cathay is busy giving their 777s a makeover, and they plan to do one plane a month. Once they're done, you'll see the Aria Suites on more routes. Each plane will have 45 private suites in business class, 48 new premium economy seats, and 268 standard economy seats.You might be thinking, "What's the big deal about these suites? " Well, they've been tested on shorter flights around Asia since October 2024. But now, they're heading to London – a much longer flight of 12-14 hours. This means the suites will face real-world challenges, like how comfortable they are for sleeping. One thing to note is that the new suites might have less space in the footwell. But don't worry, they come with sliding privacy doors, a middle seat divider, thoughtful LED lighting, a massive 24-inch TV, and an upgraded system that shows where the bathrooms are and which ones are free. So, what's next? Sydney could be the next stop for the Aria Suites. Keep an eye on the daily CX100 and CX101 flights – they're the ones to watch!