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#963249 by narikin
30 Jan 2024, 16:56
True that flights times would be a little longer, but - still a very lucrative route, if you can get it right.

I'm based in USA, so its of less personal benefit to me - still better to get to TYO direct from here, than schlep to London before onwards to TYO. But... I have close Japanese friends in London who still miss VS doing that route (and my ability to get them miles flights!)
#963255 by VS075
30 Jan 2024, 18:28
I mentioned flight times because that would have a knock-on effect on aircraft utilisation and whether Tokyo would be worth it compared to say a trip that would see the aircraft back in the UK within a 24hr period. I recall that was one of the factors considered when they culled routes such as SYD about a decade ago. I agree the demand is there, but demand alone isn’t sufficient for those making the decision at VS HQ.
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