16 Hours in Emirates Premium Economy vs Business Class

I flew on Emirates A380 from Los Angeles to Dubai. This video features a close look of Emirates Premium Economy and Business Class on this ultra long haul flight.
I boarded the long flight and settled in Business Class which has updated interior of white leather seats. The flight had a small delay so I took the opportunity to experience Premium Economy Class. There were just a few passengers taking advantage of the Premium Economy cabin as Emirates has just added Premium Economy on US A380 flights including Los Angeles, San Francisco, Houston, and New York. Flight attendant showed me the seat functions and I gave my recommendation of the best seats in Emirates Premium Economy.
During the flight, I checked out the meals served and compared those of Premium Economy with Economy Class. I was given some behind-the-scenes tips on how the Emirates crew operated the A380. At the end of the flight, I gave my verdict on flying in both Emirates Premium Economy and Business Class.

[@SamChui]

I reached out to Emirates for permission to film onboard so I can interact with the crew and film something different. The motivation for my vlog is to show you my experience and enjoy the trip together. It is not intended as a review because it is based on one single flight. In Q3, I will launch a flight rating platform where everyone can rate their flight. This way, we will have a more consistent number of responses that can represent it fairly.

[@jerrysimon8818]

@joshcahill this message was for u 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@maximillianairborne3797]

Great Sam. Ignore the grumpy,. foolish, loud mouthed German called Josh Cahill who likes to shit about you all over his channel just to boost his numbers.

[@donkykon2094]

I love you chewy

[@keirra5096]

Hey Sam 😊

[@Flight-hm4ib]

I love your videos and I like the Emirates A380, and hope your mom feel better soon👌

[@mujeebqadri]

Lots of prayers for your mother’s health and happiness Sam ! May she smile always ! Beautiful vlog ! With emirates as hosts it can never go bad ! Perfect crew and beautiful premium economy

[@SamChui]

Thank you for your kindness.

[@foodietravelists]

Prayers Sam🙏

[@manojtopiwala7454]

@@SamChui Go to BE with your mother! There will Be moments that she will express that are so very timely & authentic bc of her slowing of health. These are the moments you will cherish for yourSelf & her!

[@gouravgh]

Great idea to distribute extra food amongst passengers. Hope all airlines take it up

[@MrAlin311]

Couldn't agree more!

[@gymrat2647]

Great idea especially if one is hungry during the flight

[@JL-jr9gk]

The only problem is that if the food has been on a passengers tray that it is not hygienic to hand it to another person, they could have touched it or dropped in the floor. What they could do is when the food trays are handed out the crew could offer a pastry from a basket. If there is any left after the food service it could then be distributed to economy passengers. Good idea though, shame to see food being thrown away.

[@vijaysrinivasan6362]

I too think it's a great idea. But I don't think it should be restricted to just economy as you don't want those passengers to think it's a charity and could affect their self esteem. If the food is distributed it should be placed in a common counter where all classes can access them equally. Sort of like a take away counter. And the crew can also serve them to those who are hungry.

[@isaks8059]

Or, getting a bag of something too good to go to bring with you after landing. Perfect for longer layovers or breakfast on the way home/to the office from the airport.

[@PO-zk4vs]

Sam, your interactions between the cabin crew is priceless! Even in Economy Class on Emirates, the meals and in house entertainment are above a lot of other airlines. Sam, wishing your mum a speedy recovery and blessings. Spent time with her and your fans will be waiting for you. Take care.

[@user-ho9xs1tk9z]

I think EK economy class position in the entire industry is better than its business class😂

[@josh.97]

the “inflight rally car racing 2008” is fantastic ngl 😂

[@mattc2094]

Hi Sam. Praying for your mum 🙏🏼 Hope you enjoy lots of nice time with her. Thankyou for being brave to launch an aviation KZbin channel, maybe when not many people were interested and pioneering this genre! You deserve some well earned time off to spend with your mum and family.

[@anniechang2808]

I always enjoy watching you interact with the staff & giving us a look into not only the cabins but a lot of the things that goes on within the airlines. This is what sets you apart the other “airline” KZbinrs. Wishing your mom health & happiness

[@apt5044]

The crew seem so lovely on this flight. What a joy. I'm sure the 24 week bonus really helped but it goes to show the difference when staff are genuinely motivated to work. Such lovely ladies & lovely smiles.

[@danielj3010]

Glad to see MEDELLIN part of the Emirates airways.. looked like such a fun flight, almost private!

[@topspark9155]

That in-flight cruising view of the a380 is magnificent , thanks for sharing 👍

[@NighthawkCarbine]

Prayers for you, your mom, and your entire family. I recently lost my mom and it is heartbreaking to see your parents decline and depart this world.

[@rhk199]

That last footage was amazing, really give a perspective on how fast they are flying thank you👍

[@petermidf5357]

Hi Sam, excellent video as usual .I am so sorry to hear about your mum. Please take care and praying for you and your family. 🙏🙏 love watching your vids and always looking forward to the next episode. Pete from Johannesburg South Africa.

[@patriciafuchs5970]

Very interesting video!! The crew was superb, love the international crew! Sam, you are a good son, prayers and love for your mother. It is nice learning how the crew operates, what a lovely experience you shared. Thank you, sending prayers for your mom and a hug for you

[@rhmcvay]

I flew Premium Economy (bulkhead seats no less!) on the Lufthansa A-380 from Miami to Frankfurt round-trip in 2016. It was the best flight and best aircraft I have ever flown. Excellent service, food and wine, ambiance, and room for Yoga exercise by the galley. Loved the tail camera view on take-off and landing :)

[@sunnyyadav-yx7ry]

It's always nice to watch an Emirates a380 airliner with good service and facilities onboard,That mojito drink was the best that any other airline could barely offer I guess, overall its a good airline to travel to international trip.

[@waleedbaloch4280]

I have been following you from couple of years , your content has always been very exciting to watch. Thanks for showing other side of the reality.

[@whirlythree]

Sending prayers for your mom, you and your family. Treasure the time you have with your mom. I recently lost my mom last month and it’s just now hitting me. I’m grateful for the time I spent with her and memories that we have made together. ❤

[@polarguyinak1]

It seems the Premium Economy product offers a fantastic value to people who want to try, but perhaps can't afford the amazing first and business class experiences that Emirates is so famous for. This still looks really comfortable, and for the first time, the airline food actually looks like something I would really enjoy! Yay for Tillamook! Praying for your mother. I'm sorry for this difficult time, but I'm so glad thay you are prioritizing your time with her. I know that she loves and appreciates you, and is clearly proud of you. May your time with her be warm and meaningful .

[@tomstutler7413]

Excellent, as usual Sam. Thanks for letting us live vicariously. Prayers for your mom and you.

[@mzee134]

Hi Sam, wishing your mom a speedy recovery, keeping her in my prayers.

[@adrianb777]

Sam, The love you have for your Mom is priceless. Cherish every moment you can with her and whenever the chance avails to do another video (No worries). I will keep your Mom in my prayers and remember God is with both of you.

[@TripandTravels]

ANA actually does that. On my recent flight with ANA from Chicago to Tokyo and Tokyo to Singapore, they handed out the business class drinks menu after the meal service to Premium Economy guests and asked to choose the wine of their choice including champagne. Thats a great way to reduce the wastage of wines opened for welcome drinks and for meal service.

[@SamChui]

Good to know this!

[@willius374]

wines have no best before dates, but food have. Just close the bottle and serve it on the next flight. So there's no reason to offer them to Premium Economy.

[@TripandTravels]

@@willius374 Whether open bottles will be used on the next segment will mainly depend on the turnaround time to avoid serving stale drinks and logistics - in particular whether there are any custom concerns and whether or not sorting bottles is worth the time and effort. When the caterer simply resupplies filled carts in exchange for the used ones, that may not be worth the time sorting the stuff on board and if the caterer sorts them on the ground later, they have been open for quite a while, so one would not put them back on a flight.

[@JoeAchilles1]

Another fantastic video Sam! Really sorry to hear about your mum, sending you and the family lots of love ❤❤❤

[@josephaleto8708]

The crew are all so kind, cheerful and very well spoken.Great video Sam.

[@guidoarnold1942]

She was just amazing, her smile leaves you speechless. You interaction with the crew is amazing! Please keep you positive behavior and all my good wishes for your mother!!!

[@jolene54]

The end with the A380 in flight was beautiful!

[@nurseydebdeb8539]

I always love when you fly Emirates they do customer service the right way and always seem to go above and beyond daily! Wow so happy for the employees getting a 24 week bonus, wow I would have fainted right there on the spot. Sam your mom does come first and don't worry about the need to produce flight videos there will always be time for them. I hope your heading back to LA soon to be with her. I lost both my parents 6 years ago 5 weeks apart it was so hard and since I am a only child I felt utterly devastated. So go be with your mom cherish this time with her, I know she must be so so very proud of the man you have become. Will keep your mom and you in my prayers

[@samoray7809]

Hi sam, I hope your mom gets better soon and have a speedy recovery! Great content

[@ramchanderdutt8195]

Very nice well experience

[@telreynolds]

The portugese and Colombian cabin crew were lovely!.

[@Djwhite04]

Great video Sam as always. Praying for you and your mother and wishing for the best of health for her.

[@unkermus7581]

Love to watch the comparison of Premium Economy services between airlines. Sorry to hear about your mom. My prayers for her.

[@rhondawood5084]

Mom’s can’t be replaced. Your a good son Sam. Best wishes to your mom and family.

[@davidsolis6691]

Hope your mother gets better Sam. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. As much as I really do enjoy your videos, YES, you are making the right decision. Family is precious! Love and appreciate your family while you still can!

[@johnintheus856]

Love your family-oriented focus…you are so right, family comes first. All this other KZbin activities are secondary. You only get one family and once they are gone from this earth, they are forever. I lost my mom about 1.5 years ago, but I treasure those precious moments we spent together along the way. I will see her again one day, that I know for sure.

[@amvkishore]

I’m a big fan of you and your videos. You cover everything in detail so well. Looking forward to many more. Cheers to you! Hope your mom gets well soon. Take care!

[@TimXiong688]

A super helpful video as always. Thank you Sam. ❤

[@wulffdendad8957]

Sam know that the time you spend taking care of Mom is a blessing ! You’re a Good son 👍. God Bless Mom

[@khchanpd123]

Thanks for sharing your experience. Take good care of your mom and take care of yourself as well! You look very tired throughout the video. I am sure all your fans will understand even if you are going to take a longer break.

[@jirivalenta2958]

Sam, your speach about your mother and how you take care of hear just touch my heart - nicely said and crossing my fingers for your mother's health🍀

[@GregChomko]

The air-to-air footage was the best part of this video.

[@bernardtan3639]

Sam, Thank You for sharing this wonderful video. Prayers for your Mum and wish her best of health and happiness always. Nice of you spending more time with your amazing Mum👍🏻

[@andremoreitz6714]

Outstanding video, Sam. Thank you. Sorry to hear about your Mum. Best wishes and blessings from Sydney.

[@georgeolwena5530]

All my prayers and best wishes to your mum. I wish her a quick recovery and good health. Fantastic video again about my favorite airline. Keep it up Sam.

[@philsmith6583]

Hi Sam, I had a tear in my eye when you talked about your mum, I too have elderly parents and yes, we have to look out for them as they did for us, all the best my friend

[@mohanadthomas665]

Thanks Sam for everything you do for us

[@arshad8170]

Excellent video, Sam. As a frequent flyer of Emirates it is good to see it moving forward in a world of stiff competition.

[@williamsudarpo]

I fly Qatar Airways and the food in Qatar now is nowhere near Emirates now. I would take Emirates next time.

[@sidthekid4730]

Hi Sam, great video! Best of health & wishes to your mom, for speedy recovery and perfect health ❤️

[@marcogman8905]

Great video. The stewardess are so sweet. Very pretty, too. Your mother must be so very proud of you. Seeing her son have such success in life. I'm sure that gives her such joy. She did a wonderful job raising you. Blessings to your mother. May she enjoy the fruits of her work now and forever. You're a good son for taking care of her. Blessings to you on your endeavors.

[@amyshouse89]

Loved this video! Sam, we are sorry to hear about your Mum. We wish you all the best and hope you get to spend lots of precious time with her. ❤

[@albatrosone]

All the best to your mum and family, it’s very important to spend time together, those are the memories that will last a life time ❤

[@ellysoumokil2827]

Always good to watch every videos from your channel, Sam. It's nice and of course help me to improve my knowledge... And also My prayer for your Mom. hope your mom speedy recovery...

[@elitutucanphillopphen1989]

This was such a fun video to watch! On a different note, I hope that your mother’s health improves and I wish her all the best!

[@devindrabalkaran3159]

Wonderful video as usual. Hope your mum feels better despite her circumstances 🙏🏼.

[@kcsnew]

Sorry to hear your mom not well. Hope she feels better. Yet another interesting video. It is no surprise you get upgraded. Cheers 👍

[@Mohamed-oz9op]

9:21 Wishing mommy good health and god bless you for looking after her. Thank You Sam ❤❤

[@TinaMariaJeanette]

Thanks for yet another briliant video, I loved that you could film and talk more with the crew🤩 Best wishes to your mother🍀🍀

[@Josh-qz5dp]

Emirates never ceases to surprise me

[@citibear57]

You are a good man, Sam! Our parents are so important to us as, like you mentioned, they gave us the ultimate gift of life. I have lost my mother 17 years ago, but my brother and I made her last months enjoyable for all of us. God bless your mother, and you as well ♥

[@darthsjp]

I love you comment about looking after your mother. Our thoughts and prays are with you and your mum always. Thanks for your videos, always informative and enjoyable.

[@MilostarGroup]

I always loves watching your videos Sam. They are very interesting and fun to watch. Well done for another amazing video.

[@Alorio-Gori]

Sorry to hear about your mum Sam ❤. As a Nigerian 🇳🇬, really proud to hear Burna Boy's song playing in the cabin before takeoff 😊

[@ahmedwadee21]

Excellent idea with the food sam Thank you for the stunning footage of the a380 at the end. Loved the warmth and character of that Columbian flight Attendant Huge emirates fan ,hope to fly them some day. Strengh and prayers to your mum.

[@stephentann358]

Hi Sam always enjoy your content & sorry to hear your mother is unwell. We wish her well & look forward to watching another interesting KZbin review.

[@wilfredshamu6592]

I was really touched. Your mum will be in my prayers

[@andrewleyden119]

Hi Sam, loved your video and longtime viewer of the chanel. Sorry to hear about your Mum. You are a good man and are doing the right thing making your Mum the priority, everything else can wait. I just lost my Dad he was sick for sometime but went suddenly. I had put my plans on hold to spend time with Dad and am glad I did. We don't ever know how long we have with loved ones. When someone we love falls ill we come to realise how insignificant many things in life are that we'd otherwise fuss over. I'm sure your viewers understand that family is more important at this time.

[@ThemeParksAndAttractions]

Another great video Sam - love the way your video's are made ❤

[@bennymoses8369]

Amazing video. I enjoyed every aspect of it and its always a pleasure watching you fly across the globe! Wishing nothing but the best for you and your mother!! Stay strong!!!

[@joaquimlak4225]

Excellent video ! Thanks you so much Sam ! My prayers for you Mom and your family ! Xoxo from Belgium

[@BeautybyNeema]

Prayers for your mum Sam🙏🏾. I really enjoyed this video. I’m not surprised the food is good. Emirates and Qatar have the best food onboard. That A380 aerial shot is incredible.

[@krzysio9387]

Amen🙏❤️ The A380 is Just amazing airplane. Love to see how emirates still flying on that model

[@ibrahimsayani8607]

1st of best wishes for your mother🎉 . A lots of love and prayers for her . 2nd I agree to give food In economy class in long haul flights at least . Short flights might have issues for logistically. Love from Portugal ❤

[@whodatonthego]

New subscriber long time watcher. I enjoy your content. You actually helped me get inspired to travel.

[@reubenfleischman7226]

Great video as usual! Prayers for your Mom!Take care!

[@diannewi]

Best wishes to your mother and she deserves your full attention. This was such an interesting video with the comparison between Premium and Business. Thanks, Sam.

[@raboinca2990]

Great footage. Very emotional when you mentioned your mom. My father passed away 2 months ago, and it's still hard... I miss him so much. I wish all the best to your mother.

[@SF-fb6lv]

I love Emirates, and always will; they treated me very well on a trip to Dubai! Thanks Emirates for looking after your employees with that huge bonus!

[@Hisnoopy3110]

A wonderful and lovely video. Thank you so much for this impressions 🥰

[@reinhardmesserli7325]

Thank you Sam for the always interesting videos. I am excited. Keep it up! I would like to wish your mother good health and hope that she will feel better again.

[@cornishdiaspora918]

That was fabulous. The interactions especially were great!

[@klasulindholm2135]

Great video Sam! And I'm really sorry for your mother and the first things first. I was left wondering how often it happens that an unwanted passenger has to be removed from the flight? All the best to you and your family!

[@rafaelcastillo2636]

Awesome, Classy airline, great service by the flight crew. Saludos

[@mithuandjoe]

Sam I love how your spending time with your mom it's very important. It's a great idea you have regarding food wastage. I believe Air New Zealand or Lufthansa some other airline already piloting this concept.

[@Mary_305]

Wow this airplane is huge . I can't wait to fly on Emirates to have the experience and Thanks for sharing

[@marc7uk244]

So sorry to hear about your mother I wish her well health for many years to come, Marc 🇬🇧🤞

[@TheTraffic247]

Always good to watch your videos and the wonderful journey you take your viewers on. 👏 I wish you and your family good health and happiness. It is not easy to see the most loved family member in pain. Take care of her the best way you can Sam. At the end, all we are left with are memories. I wish you all the best buddy 👍

[@Eyob797]

This is a beautiful flight review, Sam. My prayer goes out to your mother. Yes we all have to give priority for our family.

[@Chums999]

I’m so sorry to here that about your mum. I hope all goes well. God bless ur family and especially your mum. Take care Sam

[@johann752]

Hey Robert, geweldig om te zien hoe jij voor de meeste pech gevallen een oplossing hebt, had nog nooit van die blokjes gehoord, echt een mooie tijdelijke oplossing.bekijkt voor deze video 👍💪😀

[@foodlover2236]

May God bless you for serving your mother Sam You all are in our prayers Your video was most timely as i am planing a flight and considering flying Emirates. Wasn’t sure to go Premium economy or Business Always appreciate your wonderful videos. You always bring a unique perspective to your travels Keep them rolling and safe travels

[@margotindubai]

I just flew with this purser, Bassem, this month. He is a wonderful leader and crew member to work with! So happy he got to be in your video Sam!

[@ClariseLoveLife]

It was an emotional video. Thank you for sharing your experience. I hope your Mom will be fine ❤

[@pacitagayol531]

Happy another vlog Sam 👏👏👏Emirates is my favourite Airline 🙏👍❤️ ur mother is so beautiful hugs for her 🤗😘

[@maywong4027]

Hi Sam! I always enjoyed watching your travel vlog. It's always interesting and I love watching the planes takeoff & landing. 🙂👍

[@yvetteturner3495]

just subscribed as soon as you mentioned your precious mother. You are a good man sam god bless

[@60frederick]

I am sending positive vibes to your mother. Take care of her. Thank you very much, Sam, for sharing your wonderful video with us.

[@airtravelaviation491]

Amazing products emirates is offering to customers , love the new business interior and food looks delicious 😊

[@flapoGodson]

Hi Sam, great video. Prayers out to your mum. I hope she gets to beat whatever it is, and she gets to be around for you &your family a lot longer......God speed!

[@krzysio9387]

Amen 🙏

[@secondmouse2008]

SAM, WATCHING YOUR SHOW IS LIKE GIVING MYSELF A TREAT AND RELAX.

[@RegimeLife99]

YVR nowadays doesn't have any A380 flights which makes me super sad so I'm happy to enjoy vicariously through you!

[@simonrosenfelder635]

So sweet Sam, wishing your mother health and happiness and a long life

[@ottopuppy]

You give me all the info I need, prices, the best seats, and food Great Video!!