November 13, 2025
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In The Points Guy’s longest run yet, Nicky Kelvin and Liam Spencer flew from London to Fiji in opposite directions around the world.
Nicky headed east via Cathay Pacific, while Liam headed west on American Airlines, and they both ended their trips in Fiji airways in business class, where they had two very different experiences.
the routes
From Piccadilly Circus in London, Nicky took the London Underground and its fairly new Elizabeth Line to Heathrow Airport (LHR) for a quick stop at his favorite lounge at Britain’s busiest airport, the Cathay Pacific First class lounge. Meanwhile, Liam took the premium non-stop Heathrow Express train service. It was loaded with fuel in the American Airlines Admirals Club.
Related: Complete guide to Heathrow lounges in London
Nicky’s first leg was at Cathay Pacific. new A350 Aria Suiteone of the most private and refined business class experiences in heaven. Liam flew the American 777-300ERwith a reclining seat, family service and the essential ice cream.
Connections and Fiji Airways
Nicky connected at Hong Kong International Airport (HKG), with time to take a shower at The Pier lounge, before flying. Fiji Airways A330with friendly service and simpler hard product.
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Liam left Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) quickly thanks to Global Entry. He managed to get into both the Flagship Lounge and Oneworld Lounge, then boarded the Fiji Airways A350, complete with spacious seats and their new Pacific Rim dining experience.
The result
After more than 24 hours of travel, they both landed in Fiji, but one route beat the other by about 30 minutes.
Find out who won right now at The Points Guy Departures youtube channel.
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