Singapore Airlines Economy or United Airlines Premium Economy?

Our family is wrapping up a 3-week, 11-flight trip in Southeast Asia, beginning ending through Singapore. As we head home, we’re flying Singapore Airlines into Changi and flying United back out. Obviously, we’re curious to see just how these two airlines stack up. As Premier 1k flyers, United definitely has our loyalty, but everything we’ve heard about Singapore’s flight experience has us wondering if there’s a better way to travel into and out of Asia. So let’s get checked in… and check it out.

Contents:

0:00 Intro
0:32 Checking in at Macon-Cebu International Airport
1:15 Plaza Premium Lounge
2:15 Cebu Airport Design
3:09 Flying Singapore Economy to Changi
9:37 Arriving at Changi Airport
10:01 Spending the Night at Crowne Plaza Changi
11:49 SATS Lounge
11:53 Flying United Premium Plus to San Francisco
16:27 Conclusion

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[envoyage]

The economy class you had on singapore airlines is The short haul economy. It's even better on The long haul version: same for business class

[Studders]

Glad you enjoyed the flights but can’t really compare the two. The Singapore flight you chose was short haul and on a narrow body plane (737 8 Max), whilst the United one was on a long haul wide body plane (looks like a 777).
If I was to choose the flight out of Singapore back to US then would be Singapore hands down. Their long haul product is great. I have flown many times in their economy cabin, ranging back to the 747-200 Big Top (when I was a kid). They have never let us down travelling from Manchester UK to Singapore and back. I have flown premium economy once with them, again from Manchester to Singapore in the 777-300ER and that was very enjoyable too.

I always enjoy flying the Asian and Middle Eastern carriers due to the food and hospitality.

[iamsophiasy]

Dunno why u don’t have a million followers yet! This channel deserves so much more! Loooove love the format of your vlogs! Hoping for more! ❤ from PH

[nsng]

I used to fly to the U.S. about once a year. I have flown both Singapore Airlines and United on economy and business class. Singapore Airlines is by far the better airline, especially the quality of service. Singapore Airlines have always been voted as a top ranked airline in the world. Neither United nor any other U.S. airlines are ranked anywhere closed to Singapore Airlines.

[-cats]

Yeeeey!!! I love love love this vlog!! 🥰. I love the lounge. I really like the Singapore airline! Thanks for another awesome and informative vlog you guys! Take care always!!

[maryogabay]

Thank you for visiting us here in Philippines! Keep safe. Guys and MABUHAY at SALAMAT

[marlenehermonimo]

Thank you for coming to the Philippines and for loving our country. Hope someday you'll be back again. Have a blessed safe travels and enjoy your next destination with lots of funs and happy memories.

[rotneder]

Sad to see you leave the Philippines. Hope you come back again. Safe trip and enjoy seeing the world.

[ballgolfer]

Glad to know you guys are back home safe. Looking forward for more contents..

[troyglx]

You were probably on the 737, used for short haul flights. The newer, larger aircraft used for long haul are a lot different in terms of experience. Should try them out some day. Great and informative video anyways, thanks for sharing your experience!

[shahiskandar]

This is a refurbished plane previously owned by Silk Air. SIA never fly on a narrow body. I am surprised the seat's padding looks thin! Is it because it is a regional one? I also feel SIA's Airbus long haul has more padding.

[Iamdrew]

Biko is so popular in the 🇵🇭 especially during Holy Week. Thanks for coming wish u guys comeback again soon..

[efigenialeone]

I’m empress to the whole family, you guys explore every where and tried all the food 👏👏👏👏👏👍tc have a good time 🙏🙏🙏

[-cats]

Sad that the Philippines vlog is over 😔. I'm happy you guys enjoyed our country!! But on the bright side I'll be able to watch other countries through your vlogs! 🥰. I'll be in Singapore next year! My first solo ..Because of your vlog I have an idea and confidence in my first international trip. ♥️♥️♥️ . Thanks guyx! Keep shinning

[buckwheat]

Very good presentation! You guys are soo fun to watch!

[nellygemina]

Aww you're leaving Philippines now thanks for sharing your experience in our country and protomoting at the same time..i really enjoyed watching your videos about our country coz it bring back memories since I'm already leaving here in Australia for a very long time..hope you can come back and make more videos to watch I like your videos because it's very knowledgeable..

[sachinkambadur]

I am glad you got home safely and really good review of SIA and United Premium Plus cabin , I am also glad you enjoyed your time in the Philippines. I am looking forward to your next adventure
I make YouTube travel videos and make B roll videos too. I need to be not nervous when talking in front of people. you are all doing so well at doing these videos, I love them so much

[jay-rmendoza]

We cannot wait for you to come back in the Philippines. For sure, after those PH episodes, a lot of pinoys will reach out and give recommendations (which I did) on your next visit! WE LOVE HOW YOU APPRECIATE US! Stay Awesome!

[rmetal]

It's sad to see you leave PH since i really enjoyed your videos but i'll definitely follow your travels since i love your little family.

Singapore Airlines is my fave because of how professional and efficient it is. But like how you feel with United, i'm most comfortable with Philippine Airlines despite its shortcomings. Primarily because of PAL's safety record (the pilots are really good). It also makes me feel like someone from home has my back even if i'm away.

Looking forward to more of your adventures.

[gracer]

Hello Lois and Phil! Another great and upbeat vlog and I will say that you have continually provided many useful insight for travellers! Brooke wants to take the wheel, what a ham lol. Thank you for serving, Phil, fellow AF veteran! 431XX crew chief for Hercules. I ran OJT training for DCM🇺🇸