Traveling for work can be a balancing act between staying productive and finding time to relax — and Cathay Pacific’s business class handles it well. From a recent trip spanning Sydney to Boston — with a cheeky stopover in Hong Kong — I found myself impressed by the free Wi-Fi, well-thought-out meals, and a comfortable flatbed. While it’s not the most luxurious cabin in the skies, it gets a lot of things right for business travellers.
Tegan Jones in Cathay Pacific’s business class. Source: Tegan Jones. I experienced Cathay Pacific’s business class on the Airbus A350, with a mixture of long-haul (Hong Kong to Boston) and slightly shorter long-haul flights (Hong Kong to Sydney).
These flights gave me ample opportunity to experience what Cathay has to offer. While it may not have the latest bells and whistles yet, it delivers where it matters – especially for those needing to stay productive mid-air. A comfortable seat with plenty of storage space Source: Tegan Jones The reverse herringbone layout of the Cathay Pacific business seat provides plenty of privacy and space to work or rest, and the full flatbed is comfortable for long-haul flights.
On my legs between Boston and Hong Kong, I got two solid nights of sleep, thanks in part to the thick, cozy blanket that helped make up for the slightly thinner mattress pad. The amount of storage is also ideal for business travellers. From the side cupboard, seat storage, and overhead storage for bigger items – there’s.