LUXURY for LESS: All-Business Class Flight (Paris-NYC)

Watch this video to see how to travel in BUSINESS CLASS across the Atlantic Ocean for less! We flew with La Compagnie between Paris Orly Airport and Newark Liberty Airport for eight and a half hours and now we'll share it with you!
La Compagnie flies Airbus A321neo airplanes in an all business class configuration! That's right...every single seat is also a lie flat bed!
This may just be the best way to fly from Paris to New York for less!
La Compagnie is a French boutique airline with two A321's with only Business Class! If you know how to book it, it can be cheaper than the major airlines..
We were so excited to be able to book this boutique business class airline. They say it's so special and everyone onboard has their own lie-flat seat.
There’s a ton of services and features onboard, and we’ll explore them all.
We'll also show you exactly how you can get this business class ticket for a better price. You'll find out how to get it for 1/2 price compared to the major airlines!
We’ll even give the experience a JebScore! We'll rate the Lounge, the La Compagnie Seat, the (incredible) La Compagnie Food, the La Compagnie Inflight Entertainment, and their impressive Service.
0:00 Introduction
3:28 Primeclass Lounge at Orly
4:59 Boarding La Compagnie
6:52 La Compagnie Inflight Entertainment
8:03 La Compagnie Lunch
11:17 La Compagnie Jebscore
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Music:
Lets Go on a Trip - baegel
Rainy Paris - Trabant 33
Avocados on Hash Browns - baegel
Lets Talk - Matt Large
The BOP (Sway to It) - Sarah, the Illstrumentalist
That Flavour - Chronillogical
true authentic self - Sarah, the Illstrumentalist
Biltmore Hills - Sarah, the illstrumentalist

[@jyb15]

I did grad school in France and for some reason my university paid for American students to go home during the December holidays on this airline. It was during the lockdowns and I was one of three people on the flight. It was the greatest flying experience of my life. Highly recommend this airline. Thanks for letting me reminisce a little, Jeb.

[@TechCentralTV]

That’s the most European thing I’ve ever heard

[@phaez8832]

The fact that Jeb is so humble is what keeps me watching.

[@davidellis4031]

It's great to see that such an unusual airline is not only still flying, but is doing well enough to upgrade their planes and provide such a great alternative.

[@JD-Films1]

I think you should compare Delta Connection, United Express, and American Eagle (Their regional partners) to see which is best!!

[@MrBDub]

That would be difficult. Each of those regional brands are being operated by several regional operators

[@munboy216]

Why would you want to subject poor Jeb to this torture

[@taxiway207]

He did that 5 years ago, he compared their CRJ-200’s.

[@JD-Films1]

@@munboy216 It is torture right!😂😂😂

[@joset.garcia8714]

He has done that before like 4 years ago!!

[@MrBigralph321]

We flew them in 2022 and they were fantastic. Great food, service and overall a great experience. It was for my daughter’s sweet 16. We flew them to Paris and flew back from Milan. Both flights were amazing.

[@BMRS03]

This is crazy. Just last week, I trying to research business class deals for a wedding we need to attend in Paris in late 2024. This service popped up in my research and I was wondering if this is worth it. And lo and behold, a week later, you publish this video! Thanks Jeb. I’m seriously considering this airlines for the Paris trip. Also, cool SBGJ249! Stunning design and that high beat movement is chef’s kiss!

[@qwerty69600]

Haha I spotted the Grand Seiko too. Very nice.

[@WBDE]

When you were looking out over the airport at Paris-Orly I couldn't help but think of Charles Lindbergh's arrival at Paris-Le Bourget in 1927. The differences made in 96 years have been incredible and I can only imagine what Lindbergh would have thought of your trip versus his own

[@Fredbeetle7]

Orly is actually the older airport for Paris. CDG opened in 1974.

[@WackoWambo]

Jeb, every time you mention how grateful you are in your videos it warms my heart.

[@user-ut4pe6tb8s]

You're the absolute BEST airline KZbinr! Love your content and how humble you are!

[@LJCoste110]

Hope you both have a wonderful holiday season and happy new year! Thank you for allowing me to live vicariously through your wonderful travels. Peace!

[@captainrylenaviation29]

Your videos are amazing! High quality and top notch as always! Cant wait for more aviation reviews in the New Year from you! Happy Holidays!

[@JordynKaylor]

It’s a great day when Jeb posts!

[@pierrechevalier3403]

Such a nice video for Christmas, as always with your unique refreshing style. Thanks Jeb and Suzanne ! Definitely helps to make a choice

[@georgiealderman]

Merry Christmas guys! Without a doubt, the best flight reviewers out there! Keep it up 😊

[@s.macintosh-jc9rf]

Hi Jeb & Suzanne, Thank you for the informative video. I never get enough of your exploits and your pleasant demeanours! Both of you are fresh and happy to listen to. Merry Christmas 🎅 and a Happy New Year 🥳! Peter

[@katiedillon1144]

Ooh I've been waiting for this one!! Another great video as always thank you Jeb and Suzanne! ❤

[@zeprulz1]

Huge fan of the channel and have appreciated your videos for years. Please don't get caught up in having to find a fault of something (too much sauce on the lamb) just to avoid saying something doesn't have a fault. Hope you guys have a great Christmas and looking forward to next year's travels!!!

[@donaldkinsey5245]

Thank you, this was very informative. I’m a fellow world traveler and I was putting off my trip to Europe this Summer because of pricing. Your video help me put the trip back on the table.

[@pnwlion9337]

Thanks for doing this Jeb, wanted to see a review for a long time. Used to fly La Compagnie London Luton Newark NJ years ago. Such a refreshing price for a great product

[@TaliaIGhul]

You uploaded just in time! I'm flying out tomorrow morning to spend Christmas week with my family. A plane with nothing but foldout beds for seats?! Genius! Merry Christmas, Jeb and Susanne! 🎄🎄

[@GreenerGrass]

Have fun!

[@matthewdehavilandkay8449]

Taking over A321XLR

[@TestPilotGG]

A joy to watch this to give me a trip down memory lane - had the good fortune of participating in a school project learning about marketing with La Compagnie as the organization. Great people over there, and glad you got to experience the products of their vision of an all business class airline!

[@billneal8995]

I remember when the airline Midwest Express was in business. It was all business class seats and was fantastic.

[@CarTalesCrew]

Never cease to amaze me, I didn't realize there was an airline with just strictly business class. Every airline should do it, but instead they want us crammed in like sardines just to make more money. Smh. And Merry Christmas to you and Suzanne and happy new year

[@briangasser973]

Airline profit margins from flying is in the single digits. Airlines will gladly increase the J cabin size if there is demand for it. LC operates one flight on Dec 28 from Paris to EWR. The other 18 flights that day have a mixture of Y, PE, J and F.

[@skycaptain3344]

If every airline was all business class, a large chunk of the world wouldn’t be able to afford to fly anywhere…

[@warrencarter1666]

@@skycaptain3344 i wouldnt complain.

[@davidphillips3090]

Very interesting and informative, as always. Thank you both.

[@beardown6574]

First flight very cool! And it looked like a great experience! Pleasant surprise I'm sure. Great work

[@NicksDynasty]

Love the concept and execution

[@torgeirbrandsnes1916]

Great vlog as always! My type of airline! Merry Christmas to the both of you from me in Norway! Keep up the good work! Be safe!

[@marriedGary]

Such a great channel. You guys produce such wonderful entertainment. Thank you thank you thank you!

[@jonmasselink4214]

I love your videos, authentic and fun! You have a great partner in travel, love your comment "especially with Suzanne !"

[@paullewis2413]

Always enjoy Jeb’s reviews. This airline seems like a very good deal considering the high prices charged by the major carriers. I like the idea of the Jeb score because we can have different priorities.

[@Eoghan0C]

Appreciated the mention of Cork Jeb! Greetings from Ireland. Hope to see you back soon! 🇮🇪

[@charles_the_elder]

I love the Grand Seiko GMT! Gorgeous watch.

[@debramage739]

Thanks Jeb and Suzeanne, merry Christmas to you and yours. Happy New year. 😊

[@ryanfrisby7389]

Fantastic trip report guys!!

[@philipc9000]

Great video. I enjoyed it. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year

[@rayhaw8599]

Two thumbs up......Always look forward to seeing you both and enjoy the verity of transportation.........Wishing you a Very Merry Christmas and a Happy and Healthy New Year................Blessing and Best Wishes from Canada.

[@NanaPapa123]

Great review as always. All our best to you lovely people!

[@suek.5057]

Merry Christmas to you both. May there be many more adventures to come.

[@jezzter4293]

Love your vids, Happy Christmas xxx

[@tomo9613]

Another interesting video. Have a merry Christmas both of you and look forward to your next adventures in the new year.

[@user-pb4sb7rp7p]

Nice video Jeb. I like the looks of this airline. Merry Christmas to you and Suzanne. Looking forward to your videos in 2024!!

[@Seamaxwell]

Love reviews of the not as well known options for transatlantic travel. Looks like a great option Jeb

[@andrelam9898]

I’ll take Paris with cool and rainy weather ( fall through spring) over summer heat wave any day 😊. Looks like a great option for getting to Paris. As you stated, not the cheapest way to get there, but for business class comfort its price is excellent.

[@RyanF91W]

Jeb you truly have an outstanding watch collection.

[@teazerfemi]

Thanks a trillion Zillion times,from Nigeria 🇳🇬 we love Jebb and Suzanne for your lovely videos

[@yeahryan27]

I always see these jets being used as charter planes for clubs and national teams in the UEFA region, namely PSG. Forgot it's actually a bookable airline, thanks for the review. Beautifully captured.❤

[@TheRareVideosXL]

Great content as always.

[@airtravelaviation491]

This airline looks awesome!! Mary Christmas and happy 2024 guys 🎉

[@LMays-cu2hp]

Thank you for you and your wife on this flight!! Yes, also, thanks for sharing the this airline has changed over to the Airbus series from the Boeing 757 aircraft. Yes, to me, the attraction is that there are only 75 all Business Class seat! That is very nice having less people onboard for this crossing over the Atlantic. I still like the wide-body aircraft flying over oceans in general!! But I do see a lot of travels Taking other narrow body aircraft. I see JetBlue has their nice First Class or Business Class seats in their Mist Class! And yes, I remember the small British Airways Airbus 318 all Business Class aircraft!! That was nice flying into downtown London cutting that long traffic drive to and from Heathrow Airport. They had a US custom in Shannon coming back to the US. But overall, I am glad you two like this service.😊

[@jowillard2373]

Thanks for sharing this one. I had no idea this airline even existed. Will be checking it out. Happy holidays!

[@patriciafuchs5970]

Merry Christmas and thanks for an interesting review

[@davidwolf226]

I've not heard of a "business class only" airline before, so thanks for sharing this experience. This gives me something to really consider. Merry Christmas to you two.

[@brodietaym8475]

there were a few: titan, silverjet, maxjet, alkhayyala but they all failed. even some mainline carriers like: british airways, Lufthansa, swiss and air France dabbled with some all business class service flights in the past 15 years, but still gave up despite the good customer response.

[@zacharyelison4107]

thats crazy!! Last time I flew to Paris I flew direct from SLC and it was so expensive!! Gonna keep this in mind for our next flight

[@Zach-bg6ub]

Another amazing video Jen! Well done! 🎉

[@Zach-bg6ub]

JEB*

[@dominiquevinh3730]

Great video! Joyeux Noël! Standard-bodies were the norm not too long ago: Boeing 707s, Douglas DC-8, VC-10 with 3-3 seating, while Convair 990A had 3-2 seating (Swissair Zürich-Hong Kong). BOAC VC-10s to Africa often had 2-2 in coach (standard coach seats, very wide aisle) for weight/range reasons. Japan Airlines had 3-2 in coach (standard coach seats, larger aisle) on some of their stretch McDonnell-Douglas DC-8-63s. Viasa Venezuela had alternate rows of 3-2 and 3-3 seating in the cabin of their stretched DC-8-63s. NAC Boeing 737-200s and Continental Airlines 727-100s had 3-2 seating with larger 19" seats (today’s “premium economy” equivalence). Braniff lead the way with fold-down middle seats so 3-3 becomes 2-2 seating in coach. Today’s coach seats are not only slimmer, but the seat cushion front-to-back length has been reduced by one inch to give the illusion of leg room. Contrary to general misconceptions, the width of the coach seats are about the same (Airbus 18" vs Boeing 17.2" a separate discussion), but the width of the armrests had been reduced by 1/3 to give the illusion of wider space. And finally, Orly was the gateway to/from Paris for many decades, and the open-air terrace was a treat - standard in those days. Thanks for your great travels,

[@eclairtreo]

Oh man, I love Orly! Haven't flown out of that airport since 1998. Been wanting to fly on La Compagnie since they were a start up and I read about it in the WSJ. Thanks for the comprehensive review.

[@easternairlines727]

Flown La Compagnie twice. Best flights ever!!!!!!!!

[@swissfries08]

Amazing review! It's fascinating to see the difference between this 76-seater and Wizz's 239-seat A321neos

[@anakreyszig303]

Thank you for this review, Jeb and Suzanne. I travel with my husband, and have been curious about whether La Compagnie provides value for money. This is the sort of detailed reporting that helps make an informed consumer decision.

[@AndrewTubbiolo]

Consider taking an airlines final score and dividing it by the cost of the ticket so you can rate how much money per star a person would have to pay. Or call a star a 'Jeb' and you could rate an airline by how much money you'd have to pay per 'Jeb'. So the units would be Dollars/Star or Dollars/Jeb. Cost of the ticket divided by the star or Jeb score. That way you can see how many stars out of 25 a person gets and how much money they pay per star.

[@dragon32210]

Flying La Compagnie really is a treat. Highly recommend

[@SonamKingA330]

Great video Jeb! I was just in Paris a week ago! I’ve always wanted to fly La Compagnie. Merry Christmas!

[@donaldmickunas8552]

Jeb and Suzanne, May you both have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. ❤

[@JK-pb3gv]

FYI the shoulder width on those seats (beds) gets MUCH better if you drop the armrest down :) I fly that exact seat on Philippine Airlines (also on the A321neo) and there's a little button at the front of the armrest that collapses the entire thing down to the level of the bed, so you get far more shoulder width. When you're doing the seat review part of this video, you can see the little silver rectangular button at the front of the armrest. It's very very firm, but, press it, and down she goes!

[@jonststowell4213]

Love your videos thank you both ❤

[@mmmmacx]

That Grand Seiko is excellent!

[@altanenbaum7708]

Great photography!

[@geetamoonesar249]

Seasons greetings 🎄 and happy new years from our family to yours 😀

[@scmcdermott888]

Great video, Jeb!

[@trevordoyle6823]

Need to get my Christmas shopping done, but instead, I am watching Jeb and Suzanne

[@Shazzadut1]

Yeah, I need to get my house cleaned for Christmas but here I am watching this! Merry Christmas!

[@nickgarlick4425]

This is so cool!

[@DannyA3579]

I’ve always wanted to fly that airline. Looks interesting.

[@scottc.bodenstedt4615]

I’ve been wondering about this airline but thank you for sharing your awesome review about them and enjoyed your adventure! You and Susan should try the Four Seasons Airline/adventure!

[@TCrimson05t]

What's crazy is I've done this exact flight almost but in reverse from Atlanta to Paris. And they ran out of normal seats so we got a free upgrade to business class. These exact seats. Very nice

[@bringthewonder]

good one to know about, tnx!

[@jtavi8ion]

A321 neos are actually heading in the direction of replacing the 757-200, in my opinion. It’s got almost the same range (but just a bit shorter) as well as its better fuel efficiency. It can make the hop from NYC to various European cities with ease. It’ll be interesting to see what happens to some older aircraft like the 757 and 767 in the next 10-20 years.

[@counterfit5]

Might depend on what Boeing does with their NMA and how quickly

[@jtavi8ion]

@@counterfit5 True

[@PrepareToTakeoff]

I will surely miss the 757... 😭😭, I loved the 757 while planespotting at Newark. Luckily for now. United has a pretty good fleet and Icelandair is keeping htem for 2 or 3 more years.

[@PrepareToTakeoff]

Nah 757 is way better@@CandyMan2001

[@michaelgalea5148]

Merry Christmas Jeb and Susanne I hope you and yours have a great Christmas Day.

[@seven_hundred-seven_hundred]

Very nice. Thank you.

[@OVTraveller]

Hi Jeb and Susanne. Envious as hell as there simply are no competitors operating 8 + hour flights out of Australia at the quoted ticker range mentioned..... and that only gets us to Singapore and then 12+ hours to Paris. That is a tyranny of distance, but like you both, we love flying to places like Paris, even when it looks cold and wet. Please do not slow down, vicarious travel with you two is a great pastime. Cheers from Melbourne.

[@SD45-ET44AC]

Last time, four days in Paris and absolutely beautiful weather, sunshine but not too warm.

[@efbYouTube]

took a chance & tried this airline last yr! like jeb was VERY plzd & highly recommend! everything was great & i understand they now have a lounge at newark. in fact the only negative on the trip had nothing to do w/ the airline but the airport hotel we stayed at the night before leaving. unbelievably had our hand luggage sitting next to us stolen while checking out at the front desk of the ibis Paris Coeur d Orly Airport when we let our guard down for

[@davidmatke248]

Merry Christmas!

[@Scarebus_Driver]

Gday Jeb another great video from you both thanks. Interesting you talk about narrow bodies booming on some medium haul routes as a 787 Captain id say many reviewers dont discuss some of the single isle issues. You immediately found the space issue aircraft like the 321 of which i have several thousand hours on lacks space even in a 2x2 configuration something no wide body suffers from. Lets start on operational stuff say with flight time, the 787 cruises at Mach.85 to .86 a TAS of 495kts about 70-80kts faster at a minimum than the 321 so on a 3200nm flight the 787 is an hour faster if not more. The 787 cruises on that same flight 10000-13000 higher so far above jet stream boundaries providing a FAR more comfortable ride and generally further above the jetstream increasing the speed differential. The extra weight of a widebody itself generates a smoother ride then throw in the larger wing in turbulence working far better at damping bumps and you get the picture. The 787 has no fuel limits but the A321 is at the edge of its range meaning more diversions, more offloaded pax when weather is either bad or turns bad en route or worse cancelled. This fuel issue is something few people know about until they are offloaded, flight delayed or cancelled. You obviously are an aerofile so im sure you have a good grasp on just some of the limits im talking about here that are unknowns to most other travel reviewers. I spent 14 years flying A320 family and can remember many uncomfortable flights in the A321 to Singapore in the middle of the weather dodging storms in the tropics that in my 787 would be an almost non issue at 39-43 thousand feet. With airports rapidly approaching capacity and some already beyond with extensive holding as more aircraft compete for fewer slots just how long will smaller aircraft be allowed to occupy slots? Anyway love your travel videos keep them coming!

[@raboinca2990]

Great video. Very interesting. And I agree with you: it rains a lot in Paris. 😉

[@ionafisher3730]

Hello Mr and Mrs Brooks Happy Holidays to you both!

[@ethanpham3187]

This is so cool! I am heading to Paris for a few days and leaving Jan 6

[@botruong4102]

Thanks Jeff..see you in the next vlog.

[@MrBlazemaster525]

Happy Christmas Jeb and Suzanne!

[@beachboysswiftie]

Great video! I’d love to see you take a trip to and do a video on Skiathos in Greece. their airport is literally the European St Maarten and planes land even lower over your head, I went last year and it was SO cool. It’s such a gorgeous island too and a cute little airport

[@benjaminjoseph8487]

That’s pretty cool. Thanks for featuring a new airline. I guess one of the drawbacks of a narrow body is the amount of space and comfort on the seats.

[@dscosta2016]

Wow fantastic 👏

[@bassplayer2011ify]

Honestly not bad if your planning a full European trip. All business class that basically drops you in the heart of Europe where you can take high speed rail to a city of your choosing. And probably still save some money over going with the majors.

[@sbh314]

That's an amazing price wasnt expecting it

[@nr7771]

You’ve got some good taste. Tin Cup is a great movie.

[@MrCatsbrown]

Lookin handsome Jeb, great vid!

[@conniesexton1180]

Merry Christmas an Happy New Year

[@jongwulee1111]

ding new video from jeb. take a breaak its the holidays. thanks for the new upload.

[@ThePerfumeGuy]

What a small world I just watched this video a few days ago as I love La Compagnie and I use it as much as I can to fly to Paris and to bump into you at the Emeryville Amtrak station. I did hear you mention in your dollar store video that you were headed to California but never imagined I would bump into you here in Emeryville. Enjoy the Zephyr. 😀

[@GreenerGrass]

Wow! What a small world, indeed!! Thanks for saying hello!!

[@ThePerfumeGuy]

@@GreenerGrassif you’re ever in San Francisco hit me up. I’m happy to offer you and a guest a complimentary perfume sniff session to find your favorite new scent.

[@cms4229]

I used to love BA’s Openskies EWR-ORY flight. Back then, even when I didn’t have global entry, you’d pass security at EWR in less than 15 minutes and ORY was an ease.