My Aero Dili A320 flight from Dili to Bali was a comfortable ride with a good meal and plenty of privacy: I was the only passenger in the business class cabin.

Aero Dili A320 Business Class – My First Impressions

After the unique check-in and boarding process, I made my way outside the terminal to board my flight via airstairs.

The business class cabin on the Aero Dili A320 is eight seats in a 2-2 configuration. Seats include greater recline and a foot rest and are more akin to an international premium economy seat rather than a “domestic first class” seat in the USA.

The flight was about 3/4 full in the back, but I was the only passenger in business class!

During the flight, an engineer joined me in business class, sitting in the second row on the opposite side. Aero Dili (wisely) transports an engineer on flights, much like United does on its 737 Island Hopper service.

Before takeoff, a warm towel and beverage were offered:

After takeoff, a meal was offered with a choice between chicken or beef. The flight attendant recommended beef so I tried that and was glad I did…it was like a hamburger with a great combination of spices with rice and French Fries on the side. Bread, fruit, and some sort of gelatin dessert were served on the side along with a slice of processed cheese.

After the meal, I enjoyed a strong cup of coffee.

The crew was very lovely and attentive…I think there was a bit of awkwardness over me being the only passenger, but the crews on Aero Dili were excellent on both flights.

We landed early in Bali and I was soon on my way through immigration (yes, another $30 visa) and on my way to the domestic side of the airport.

I’ll have more pictures and details in my full review, but I was so thankful that I was not only able to visit Timor-Leste, but that I was able to try the flag carrier in both economy class and business class.

The flights were not cheap when you consider how short they were, but it’s always fun to fly on the flag carrier of another nation, and I do hope to return to Timor-Leste one day and maybe next time ride the A319 with lie-flat beds!

Next, I’ll share about my domestic transfer in Bali and then my flight over to Jakarta on a Garuda Indonesia A330.

I’m sharing about my whirlwind trip through Asia.