cruisefan2012 Posted June 2, 2017 #1 Share Posted June 2, 2017 Ladies & Gentlemen I`m in somewhat of a sticky wicket and would like some advice... I have seen online that one my favourite comedians is on tour in 2018 and he just happens to be in Glasgow the night before my cruise on Friday 15th June 2018 with my cruise going on Saturday 16th June 2018 on P&O Aurora (R809) Would you risk flying on Flybe from Glasgow to Southampton ON the day of your departure? I`m looking at their website on similiar dates for this year, They have two flights I could take ( that IS if the 2018 timetable is the same ) first flight is at 7am landing in Southampton for 830am and the second flight is at 10:20am landing into Southampton at 11:50am Normally I would stay in Southampton the night before a cruise - He is just too funny too miss !!! I`m aware of Flybes infamous nickname of "FlyMayBe" but having flown them up and down the land about 60 times since I dont know when I have only had 1 delay and 1 occasion where I missed the flight as I turned up too late... Would I be better on easyJet or BA from Glasgow to Gatwick then getting a train? What would you do ?!.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flatbush Flyer Posted June 3, 2017 #2 Share Posted June 3, 2017 Ladies & Gentlemen I`m in somewhat of a sticky wicket and would like some advice... I have seen online that one my favourite comedians is on tour in 2018 and he just happens to be in Glasgow the night before my cruise on Friday 15th June 2018 with my cruise going on Saturday 16th June 2018 on P&O Aurora (R809) Would you risk flying on Flybe from Glasgow to Southampton ON the day of your departure? I`m looking at their website on similiar dates for this year, They have two flights I could take ( that IS if the 2018 timetable is the same ) first flight is at 7am landing in Southampton for 830am and the second flight is at 10:20am landing into Southampton at 11:50am Normally I would stay in Southampton the night before a cruise - He is just too funny too miss !!! I`m aware of Flybes infamous nickname of "FlyMayBe" but having flown them up and down the land about 60 times since I dont know when I have only had 1 delay and 1 occasion where I missed the flight as I turned up too late... Would I be better on easyJet or BA from Glasgow to Gatwick then getting a train? What would you do ?!.... Buy the DVD. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruise Puss Posted June 3, 2017 #3 Share Posted June 3, 2017 I have to be honest I don't think I would chance that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs Tinkywinky Posted June 3, 2017 #4 Share Posted June 3, 2017 Is it really that important to see this comedian? I wouldn't risk any airline on the day. Who knows what will happen on the day with any airline . Would not risk it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danielundecided Posted June 3, 2017 #5 Share Posted June 3, 2017 I'd say go for it and get the 7am flight if possible. If the flight is cancelled you have another one (albeit cutting it a bit fine time-wise) or you could get a flight to Gatwick as you say and get the train. I'd book the comedian tickets, if needs be or you change your mind you can always resell them. Dan Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
annieuk Posted June 3, 2017 #6 Share Posted June 3, 2017 It all depends on whether you will enjoy sitting watching the comedian but still thinking and worrying about whether your flight the next day will get you to Southampton on time. If you think that half of your mind will be still thinking about the flight then I would give it a miss and go down the day before as usual. I certainly wouldn't be able to concentrate on a show the night before with such a long journey in front of me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SWORRUB1 Posted June 3, 2017 #7 Share Posted June 3, 2017 Ladies & Gentlemen Would you risk flying on Flybe from Glasgow to Southampton ON the day of your departure? Its an unnecessary risk, look at the BA fiasco Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
janny444 Posted June 3, 2017 #8 Share Posted June 3, 2017 Absolutely no way would I risk it....my nerves wouldn't stand it!! No one can tell you with any degree of a 100% certainly that any flight on the same day as a cruise will get you there on time. I wouldn't risk any mode of transport...rail...car... flight on the same day as cruise....we always travel down the day before. Would only travel on the same day as cruise if we lived within a 50 mile radius and even then I know of someone who came "unstuck" and missed the cruise departure. The only exception is if we take the coach transfer linked in with our cruise booking. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davecttr Posted June 3, 2017 #9 Share Posted June 3, 2017 Travel by air the same day is too risky. What is your plan B? If Glasgow airport is not working. I normally stay overnight in a hotel but left booking too late for a cruise in July. I decided to travel by train on departure day but I have 3 alternative ways of getting into London and 4 alternatives to get from London to Southampton. That's a plan A, B, C plus A, B, C and D. I also have a 5 hour window for arriving at Southampton. If I can't get there with those options lots of other people will be missing the ship too. ps - I forgot to mention a friend could drive me there in less than 3 hours Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jh1809 Posted June 3, 2017 #10 Share Posted June 3, 2017 I'd say go for it and get the 7am flight if possible. If the flight is cancelled you have another one (albeit cutting it a bit fine time-wise) or you could get a flight to Gatwick as you say and get the train. I'd book the comedian tickets, if needs be or you change your mind you can always resell them. Dan Sent from my iPhone using Forums My thoughts too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gadabout60 Posted June 3, 2017 #11 Share Posted June 3, 2017 Why not book the coach - does it not leave Glasgow at about 3am? At least if you booked the official one you know the ship would wait. Personally I don't think I would enjoy such a long journey but plenty of folk seem to manage fine with it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
john watson Posted June 3, 2017 #12 Share Posted June 3, 2017 I'd say go for it and get the 7am flight if possible. If the flight is cancelled you have another one (albeit cutting it a bit fine time-wise) or you could get a flight to Gatwick as you say and get the train. I'd book the comedian tickets, if needs be or you change your mind you can always resell them. Dan Sent from my iPhone using Forums I'm with Dan on this issue, take the earlier flight then have the later flight as a fall back option. If the flights are really cheap buy a ticket for each flight in case the first is cancelled. Fall back on Travel Insurance, curtailment section if necessary. Regards John Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scarlet o'hara Posted June 3, 2017 #13 Share Posted June 3, 2017 I fly from Glasgow or Edinburgh for cruises and wouldn't dream of flying on the day. The suggestion above to get the P&O coach from Glasgow is a good one. You would likely have a sleepless night after the concert anyway but could book the Holiday Inn at Buchanan St Bus Station if you want a few hours sleep and then sleep on the bus Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scriv Posted June 3, 2017 #14 Share Posted June 3, 2017 My nerves would just not stand flying down on the day whatever the airline concerned. You only have to have some early morning mist/fog that takes an age to clear and you are scuppered.... I would take Gadabout's advice and take the coach. or buy the DVD lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Eglesbrech Posted June 3, 2017 #15 Share Posted June 3, 2017 We have had delays out of Southampton back to Scotland due to fog several times. The incoming flights were obviously also delayed, so for me it would not be worth the risk. One night of comedy against a cruise - no competition, for me anyway. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ergates The Ant Posted June 3, 2017 #16 Share Posted June 3, 2017 Very dodgy, chances of delays or cancellations with Flybe are quite high, bad weather, planes in the wrong place etc. is there a sleeper train to London? Or the option of the coach would also be safer than the flight. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dd likes to cruise Posted June 3, 2017 #17 Share Posted June 3, 2017 Since this is more than a year away, and flights are not purchased, could you change the dates of the cruise? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peteukmcr Posted June 3, 2017 #18 Share Posted June 3, 2017 In a word 'Never'. Out of 6 flights to/from Southampton with 'flymaybe' we've had delays/issues on 5 of them. This airline is quick to cancel/delay flights and with a limited service on day of departure I would not risk it. For our next Southampton departure we're travelling down by train as I can't handle the stress and outrageous cost of a flybe flight to Southampton. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
soobs Posted June 3, 2017 #19 Share Posted June 3, 2017 For peace of mind I would suffer the coach. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grapau27 Posted June 3, 2017 #20 Share Posted June 3, 2017 Ladies & Gentlemen I`m in somewhat of a sticky wicket and would like some advice... I have seen online that one my favourite comedians is on tour in 2018 and he just happens to be in Glasgow the night before my cruise on Friday 15th June 2018 with my cruise going on Saturday 16th June 2018 on P&O Aurora (R809) Would you risk flying on Flybe from Glasgow to Southampton ON the day of your departure? I`m looking at their website on similiar dates for this year, They have two flights I could take ( that IS if the 2018 timetable is the same ) first flight is at 7am landing in Southampton for 830am and the second flight is at 10:20am landing into Southampton at 11:50am Normally I would stay in Southampton the night before a cruise - He is just too funny too miss !!! I`m aware of Flybes infamous nickname of "FlyMayBe" but having flown them up and down the land about 60 times since I dont know when I have only had 1 delay and 1 occasion where I missed the flight as I turned up too late... Would I be better on easyJet or BA from Glasgow to Gatwick then getting a train? What would you do ?!.... Always found Flybe very reliable from Newcastle. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grapau27 Posted June 3, 2017 #21 Share Posted June 3, 2017 It all depends on whether you will enjoy sitting watching the comedian but still thinking and worrying about whether your flight the next day will get you to Southampton on time. If you think that half of your mind will be still thinking about the flight then I would give it a miss and go down the day before as usual. I certainly wouldn't be able to concentrate on a show the night before with such a long journey in front of me. I agree,your cruise costs a lot more than the comedian but if you have to go to the show i would get the earliest flight as usually the plane is parked overnight at the airport and less chance of a delay. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Florry Posted June 3, 2017 #22 Share Posted June 3, 2017 I have lost count if the times I have been stranded in Glasgow because Flybe decided to cancel my flight. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scriv Posted June 3, 2017 #23 Share Posted June 3, 2017 We have had delays out of Southampton back to Scotland due to fog several times. The incoming flights were obviously also delayed, so for me it would not be worth the risk. One night of comedy against a cruise - no competition, for me anyway. Us too Eglesbrech Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruisefan2012 Posted June 3, 2017 Author #24 Share Posted June 3, 2017 Thank you to everyone that replied to my question. I have decided NOT to risk it and will see if I can see Michael McIntyre somewhere else instead !! Once again thank you for the replies (y)(y)(y)(y) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tartanexile81 Posted June 3, 2017 #25 Share Posted June 3, 2017 We're joining Britannia tomorrow and we're on the coach living Glasgow at 3:30 so you could happily go to see him then get yourself over to Buchanan Street with time to spare so best of both worlds. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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