Top 10 Best Premium Economy Classes on Airlines

[@tillyboos]

I ABSOLUTELY agree that Air France Premium Economy made your top ten. It is SUPER comfortable, and comparable to business class on other airlines. Air New Zealand's looks AMAZING! Have to try that in the future. Truth be told, Premium Economy is a nice way for those of us that aren't super wealthy to fly with more comfort, space and amenities. Personally, I think anyone who is snotty and pretentious enough to say that the $$$$ on airlines is made in the front of the plane is full of crap. Economy classes have ALWAYS been the airline industry's cash cow. That's why it's ALWAYS the cabin with the most seats on any aircraft the WORLD over!

[@loisbach8132]

As long as they aren't on strike. We were supposed to fly Air France in April and had to scramble for three hours on the phone to get another airline to take us. Thankfully KLM was there for us.

[@tillyboos]

KLM is also a GREAT airline as well. I flew them home from Amsterdam years ago. LOVED them.

[@danielseddon3177]

Last time I looked in to booking Air France they had had hard shell (non-reclining seats). The video appears to show that. As someone who is tall that’s an absolute no-no.

[@Isaac-wn9cg]

Ben Schaeffer I have an airfrance premium economy amenity kit.

[@aleksejmazur7365]

The seats are almost not reclinable, why the hell should i pay extra for that? You have more width, so you can sit diagonally, you can move easily, you have your "territory", bit flying sitting straight is still a torture. I only flew them and Lufthansa, the latter is MUCH better!

[@albertharry9802]

Air New Zealand is brilliant service in premium economy. Flew with them from LA to Melbourne and return. The seats are great as you can curl up in them (middle ones) and the sides ones give you that little bit of extra privacy. The food and wine selection is fantastic. You get business class meals, real knives, forks and glassware. Prices are really good too. Also few this leg in Business class, which I highly recommend. Apparently their sky couch in economy is good too. Can't rate NZ high enough!

[@RoshanCrastaphotographer]

chris pryazhentsev Im thinking it too!!

[@neilcharles6236]

Air NZ premium econ is also very expensive,much more than other airlines.

[@billyd10]

I flew Premium Economy on Lufthansa and it was one of the best flight experiences I ever had. It should be on this list.

[@almakwami1825]

I ABSOLUTELY AGREE WITH THE NO1 MY FAVOURITE. BESIDES COMFORT EXCELLENT CUSTOMER SERVICE AND FOOD.

[@TehLuNaTiC]

What about Singapore Airlines ?

[@TehLuNaTiC]

+Femi B i dont understand ur comment about the future...plus as u can see its about personal preference... you cant evaluate how ppl feel about each company

[@GG-tk3mm]

Seats look nice, but super-uncomfortable. No separate bathrooms for premium economy either on Singapore to Sydney and Brisbane flights. Screens are nice.

[@Tomcatkong]

Teh LuNaTi

[@s.z.x.01]

joanna tam lucky you didn’t get an insane backlash from Singaporeans 😂

[@D1stoner420]

I’ve flown airfrance business and I am about to fly main cabin. I have seen the premium economy and definitely agree with it being on this list

[@hallilthompson8001]

Air New Zealand rock! In all classes. Their premium seats are amazing in both premium cabins. Their service is great!

[@terrycallow2979]

Loved the music. Who was the sax player and the tune please? Oh and enjoyed the video.

[@trju11]

Premium Economy from Eva Airlines is pretty impressive with its generous space, seat comfort, quality of food, and great services. Not sure why it is not in top 10 (or may not be even included for rating?)

[@chili_boi2537]

I have been on the Air France premium economy and it's awesome, it has so much legroom

[@rollercar-gz7lh]

I have been on first class suite A380 etihad!

[@NateWithWho]

JAL Premium eco seat not only recline, but it seems like it rotate and tilt backward which make it more comfortable. I was surprised the first time I tried it.

[@fifermcgee5971]

Agree with you 100% on Air NewZealand being number one. The ONLY airline I take yearly from Vancouver to Auckland, marvelous service, lots of leg room and very good food.

[@donaldpolson5450]

Wow Air New Zealand looks like Business Class on other airlines with that configuration, seat angle and design. Heard so many amazing things about this airline. No wonder it always makes the top 3 sirlines if not no 1

[@JLewis-nk2dg]

It would be worth a trip to New Zealand just to fly their premium economy from the look of it!

[@ascotberks2018]

Please take a look at the United product on the 787 fleet.

[@xq3263]

Cathay pacific is amazing, went on it 6 years ago. Missed it

[@ronaldlynnjohnson7589]

Great vid and just love the jazz. Who is that and what song?I also enjoy Icelandair Business Class but they only have narrow body jets that I am aware of but that is quite alright.

[@190857]

Have you tried Air Burundi you bring your own seat and food

[@ricardosam8050]

190857 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@petetong9725]

Really? Then at least they won't get any complaints about the food then haha

[@aakashkarajgikar9384]

0:28 For British Airways, Premium Economy is called as "World Traveler Plus"?

[@algeriaball6864]

Holy ship those premium economy classes are GORGEOUS

[@darksasuke9241]

wsh

[@weijiemak7088]

I honestly never got the idea of premium economy until I saw Air France - looks amazing. Apart from that just feels like it’s better to go business or economy. Something in the middle doesn’t make quite a lot of sense.

[@mathewhangaika955]

Please fix the spelling of Virgin Atlantic 0:08 , you are welcome

[@hiracolakoglu1684]

I went on Turkish airlines business class and its the best no joke they give you a hot towel and a place for foot rest blankets pillows proper nice iPads and loads of cakes and donuts

[@oretteayton5262]

Most definitely agree with Japan Airlines in the top 5! It looks impressive in Premium Economy and the customer service is like no other. What I like too is how the seats recline, in that, the back of the chair stays immobile (so you're not backing up into the person behind you) yet it's the seat/cushion that you maneuver to a reclining position. Full thumbs up to JAL, and special kudos to Turkish Airlines as well (great food and service)....

[@nickotolentino6792]

Where's Singapore airline?

[@karambains9571]

I don't think they had premium economy in 2014.

[@flymnl]

They did,they launched a premium econamy product on the a380 in 2013

[@fmslin]

Very poor compared to top 10 listed. It is not at all worth the “premium” we paid.

[@andrewstokie6726]

Frank Lin ohh it is way better than economy

[@felsner1]

Etihad's footage is from the economy class!

[@fastoez]

Air New Zealand's new premium looks great!

[@AGWT_YT]

Check out Jet Airways Premiere class I think it's the best, it's like the Upper class in Virgin

[@peanuts2105]

Basically this is an advert for Recaro Seats. Pretty much the same incarnation from No 10 through to No 2, just different trim attached and seat covers and Thales IFE.

[@terryallen5632]

Air NZ looks great but I travelled on that air line premium economy and we didn’t have seats like that all depends on what plane you travel on

[@nickplosiveli4927]

Terry Allen Air NZ actually removed the seats shown in the video and replaced them with black leather ones

[@MrMike9ed]

air new Zealand is the best by a long way, wonderful service and great seats, skytrak agrees totally with most of this.

[@thenewmurderer4233]

BB, Craze & Sheepy true Australia/quantas airlines is good at service and food/drinks but not with the Seatings

[@KorribansFallen]

mikey e: Soon to be renamed "Air Bill English"...when that happens - RUN!!..DON'T LOOK BACK, JUST RUN"!!😂😂

[@NZFarmboy80]

best airline in the world

[@Ciaran100]

Air new zealand prem eco seats dont recline WHAT A JOKE

[@miaxxcheer284]

Yeah even though were small were still great :)

[@margaretgracie3304]

I have travel on Emirates Business Class & it definitely do not get the # 1 rating..Its totally something that is quite puzzling.Infact the other two Middle Eastern Airlines-Qartar & Etihad out rated them.,through my experiences.

[@Fabian-mv2ph]

Why Etihad It looks like an Economy

[@cahayakhatulistiwa5312]

How about Garuda Indonesia? 2014 GA bought 5 star Airline

[@PlatformKing]

Having flown Norwegian air premium class i think this needs to be included too! It's so cheap too!

[@brianwestbrook1387]

I agree 100%

[@쿠르드-v1o]

HAHAHA you’re funny , they have the worst airline in all classes , seats are horrible and cold

[@iAxianguy]

Wow!! Air New Zealand. Nice!! wondering how much it cost to fly in the seat?

[@raph9093]

+iAxianguy depends where you're flying, but in my experiences it's been standard premium economy pricing, not really much of a price boost :)

[@iAxianguy]

Nice!!

[@denisemenara3811]

+iAxianguy It's totally worth it!

[@salem5540]

the picture in 1:18 is for Wataniya Airways not Etihad

[@Lee-sv8su]

Ethiad??? Do they now have premium???

[@beverlyjgoldrup]

I flew Premium Economy in the "Space Seats" and they were utterly amazing. The staff are wonderful, the food is great, and the cabin was very peaceful. However, just a head's up that ANZ have refitted their 777s and the Space Seats are gone :( So, just a head's up that ANZ has changed their seating configuration in PE from 2-2-2 to 2-4-2; seating in economy is still 3-4-3. Also, be aware that PE passengers do not have lounge access but it really didn't matter to me. I would still fly ANZ in a heartbeat. They can't be beat for service.

[@Gibbs505]

depends on the plane some of the 787s have 2-3-2.

[@annebenn353]

Please explain space seats? Also need some aircraft flying Australia to London. ?

[@patandrews4760]

It sure is! Air New Zealand is definitely Number one❤️

[@TheOverThinker92]

What about Air Canada? Amazing and high quality premium class

[@desicanadian5200]

Lol. Shit airlines

[@IMdany78]

It is true. Turkish airlines is the best that I tried. They treat economy class like bus. Or 1st class. I will always use them for my upcoming trips.

[@makhir1285]

What of the movie of Venice is funny for the passenger guy of JAL?

[@libingtran9761]

How about singapore airlines

[@siyilau9844]

Singapore Airlines Premium Economy is not within standards of the top 10 in this list. The service and the seating is below par.

[@misterhoeflak]

Unfortunately, Air NZ's pod-style premium economy class wasn't commercially viable for the airline, as it required a 2-2-2 configuration instead of 2-3-2, and it's been phased out.

[@carolinuk2394]

Who is the music by? It’s great!

[@oxyo3531]

I have flown on Virgin Atlantic premium Economy, it was very nice!

[@dbhmail]

Have a look at Jet Airways premier economy. It’s completely flat bed. Most comfortable. Almost a business class at little higher economy class fare.

[@DronePhotography-yh5kr]

Do the math. Business Class is more profitable for Airlines. Let's say that you have 50 business seats and 200 economy seats, and Business Class costs 6,000 USD, and Economy Class costs 1,000 a Seat. If 100 of those Economy seats are filled, and 15 Business seats are filled, then the airline will make 100,000 USD from Economy Class, and 150,000 from Business Class. These seat numbers are accurate, with Air France's Long Haul Boing 777-300s having 48 Business Class seats, and 206 Economy Seats. See! Business Class is more profitable for Airlines, they just can't get enough Business Class passengers to fill the whole plane with Business Class.

[@azisfauzi4322]

there's no garuda indonesia on the list?

[@pedrob7743]

It would help redibility if "Atlantic" was spelled right at the start!

[@lagdroid0017]

how about you learn to spell also

[@avi3727]

What about Lufthansa and United Airlines?

[@asifhouda7101]

Btw I'm pretty sure the Air NZ premium economy seats were only on 772s or on 777 on long haul flights to lax and some other places and I'm pretty sure they're discontinued now which is sad.

[@sealteam0646]

Etihad does not have premium economy. They only have Economy, Business Class, First class and only on the a380: 'The Residence' That is probably their regional Biz product

[@nutshell7648]

Seal Team06 they have economy plus

[@terrificturk]

nice comparison.... I didnt know EY had one,,, now sadly TK stopped theirs and SQ and LH have introduced their new Y+....

[@SophieDP1]

Ethiad don't have one - maybe it was discontinued

[@014aircanada]

nice video.. You missed Air Canada's new premium economy the only legacy airline in North America have true premium economy class on B787 and B777 HD..

[@pogin3365]

How did Ana get above qantas look at them tiny screens

[@christophercorbitt1132]

My parents just paid a chunk of change to upgrade to premium economy...and were disappointed. The seats were very firm and stiff, the food was only fair. There was more leg room (appreciated), but my mom's seat didn't recline (broken), and when the person in front reclines, you cannot climb out of your seat without a production due to the limited space and strange seat angle. They have decided the extra money (over $300US each) was NOT worth it on BA.

[@vinodgm]

There was an article once when they asked some high ranking Emirates official why they dont have a Premium Economy. His reply was that there regular Economy was almost as good as Premium Economy. But after seeing the Air New Zealands Premium Economy it looks more like business class to me. Wonder what there Business Class is like

[@j4zmine]

I flew Air New Zealand Business Class 4 days ago - AMAZING!!! It looks similar to Premium Economy but more single booths and far superior, can turn into a bed with pillows and warm comfy blanket. Customer service 5 stars, food and drink 5 stars, entertainment 5 stars. Highly recommend!!!

[@slushysunday818]

why did you not put Singapore airlines?

[@kenb226]

If Air NZ premium economy was fab what more with business class?

[@samanthaward1467]

Absolutely agree with Air NZ being No 1. We traveled Melb-Auckland-LA in premium economy. It was better than Qantas business class. Food terrific, staff just brilliant and dedicated to making a VERY long trip bearable. Movies electronics excellent. Whenever we travel now I want Air NZ premium economy. I liked Turkish Airlines too but I was in economy for that. Just brilliant. It's Cathay in seven weeks. I doubt given the reviews that it will come anywhere close. Samantha Ward

[@garygoss8369]

Etihad doesn't have a Premium Economy.

[@la2aba2a]

they have economy plus now... its exactly the same as economy... complete rip off...

[@malmazrouei2339]

But it’s still pretty good and comfortable

[@neenasharma3179]

Yeah

[@khangtheking6969]

Busted

[@TechMasterBaugh]

hey moron they have premium economy and one thing u don't have a life😂😂😂😂😂

[@shivanikapoor1573]

loved cathay pacific,Turkish airlines and obviously air new Zealand

[@RAVINDERKUMAR-ld3rq]

Etihad does not have premium economy class

[@RePete02]

Tell you what. Just cut out the "premium" bullshit and just give each and every economy passenger a little more room, both in pitch and seat width because as it is, we are just self loading freight. Try and make everyone happy, not just the ones with extra cash to burn.

[@hollyc1827]

If your idea of a good world, you obviously haven't thought it through... What a out the airlines who have to make these airplanes? They will go broke very quickly if they have to give you premium things for a standard price! Think about your idea before criticising people who are trying their best to give you what you want without going bankrupt

[@RePete02]

Many airlines have 18 " economy seats with decent pitch and they seem to thrive. Right now, when JetA fuel has dropped 37 % in cost (their biggest expense) they plan capital expenditures (new planes) but say nothing about the comfort of their less well heeled passengers,so don't give me nonsense about them going broke if they give me a little more comfort for my flying dollars.

[@albertharry9802]

Like your idea Pete, however, I gather you willing to pay more. If this was the case then the old cattle class would have less seats so your price would rise. You get what you pay for.

[@RePete02]

Yes , I will pay alittle more but so will everyone else, so all get a bit more. I know the airlines do the numbers but screw 'em. With JetA down 37%, they can give us poor shmucks some room., About to do 6 legs on Emirates (including A380) internationally. I will compare the service, comfort etc. but these bean counters who run US and Canada domestics had better take heed. People are getting fed up and will jump on the airline who treats them like humans. It's coming. Just did several legs with United before Xmas, mostly on newer 737 900s. All shiny and new car smell but stuffed in there with no room to move. Did a short leg from LA to San Francisco on a A320. Single aisle but wider fuselage. More room. Much more comfortable. Generally passengers don't care about stock holders and margins. They care about having more than peanuts and muscle cramps.

[@albertharry9802]

Pete Watson You should enjoy Emirates, I have flown economy once from Sydney to London and it was fantastic! The service was wonderful and food good. I am only 165cm tall and slim, so I found their seats comfy and had no problem. Apparently their a380 is wonderful for space and room, however, I can't comment. Have a great trip, enjoy!

[@darkblood777]

That's reassuring. I'm taking a 17 hour flight with Qantas's premium economy later this year.

[@annebenn353]

I hope you find your luggage on arrival. lol.

[@mazzakaoak]

I think air france, ethad, british are better than ANA and turkish. Quantas and many in the list as well. Delta airline are well done too. I think this is not a fair ranking.

[@msv.poindexter3762]

Nice video of yours. name of tune, please.

[@Tzvetkovalex]

On what basis did you make this judgement?????????

[@callumzwebster]

The second picture for Etihad was Wataniya airways from kuwait

[@rottweilertom]

AIR NEW ZEALAND business class seating should be last and until they change their business configuration Ill try premium economy. But how the hell do you leave off Singapore Airlines?

[@goborio]

Your back ground music is so good.

[@jeepxjdude2000]

Have to disagree on Etihad. You don't even get a double armrest. It looks like Economy Plus or Main Cabin Extra here in the states.

[@keilandyer3870]

In my opinion WestJet is the best (also known as Plus Fare but same thing). On smaller airplanes it is practically the same thing but with included light snacks. On larger planes the middle seat is used as a mini table with cup holders. Multiple meals are included along with multiple snacks and drinks. Tablets are available for free to watch movies (usually a bit pricey). In select airports there are lounges. And WestJet has the best service in Canada if not North America!

[@keilandyer3870]

And in Plus fare there is a lot of leg room

[@lorenzorinaldi4300]

yes, it's true where is the alitalia "Classica Plus". It's the same of Air france and the meal are better.

[@tw25rw]

What about EVA? It's better than BA.

[@SomeOne-hu2lm]

I think you forgot one of the best,lufthansa👌

[@Irousha]

Lufthansa is not good at all.

[@ademkaragoz332]

Lufthansa is very good

[@edwardjackson2163]

Etihad don't do Premium Economy though.. (I've flown with them Eco & Business 4 times each class)

[@terpette1]

This looks good - until you realize that many airlines fly more than one type of aircraft between major destinations - and most of them have premium economy. You can get airlines that fly the new dreamliner, the 747 or the airbus. Which is better? Normally the one which doesn't have an old compacted seat. An airline isn't really the right way to rank premium economy - it needs to be "This airline - flying *this* aircraft." Otherwise you're comparing apples and armchairs.

[@taxol2]

Premium economy is basically divided to 2 categories: One is a more luxury economy class which is usually a more expensive economy class. Airlines like singapore airlines, cathay pacific, lufthansa is basically operating their premium economy class on this spectrum. The other one is less luxury business class, which price is like a "discounted business class". The ticket price on this premium economy class is still very expensive compared to economy class, but cheaper than business class. Air new zealand is operating their premium econ on this category.

[@borjastick]

I used to fly London Hong Kong a lot and would agree with many of your ratings. Virgin Premium Economy was rubbish as you cannot raise the arm rest so cannot stretch across two seats. KLM which doesn't even make your top ten shouldn't either as it was cold, miserable and uncomfortable in PE. BA I used a lot and was sometimes upgraded to Business Class Club Class but their PE offering is very good and comfy. I agree Air New Zealand is the best. I flew London HK with them once in PE upstairs on a Jumbo and it was amazing. Quiet and very comfy, with exceptional food. Their afternoon tea with cakes and scones etc was amazing.

[@jakubmorawski5430]

Wow, when did premium economy start looking like business class not so long ago? On the other hand I don't see how ANA fits in top 10, having seen the pics.

[@Kevin-gm6hw]

OMG this is soooo rad brooo nice video!

[@panerainy]

Name of song?

[@nutshell7648]

Chances - Silent Partner, Saxophone

[@jean-mariecosquer4011]

Il n'y a pas de premium Economy chez Etihad, c'est la classe éco normale qui est montrée

[@psarah6777]

How is different between Premium Economy and Bussiness classs l was wondering ?

[@s.z.x.01]

P Sarah business class is still more luxurious than premium economy, like the business class seat can become a straight bed while premium economy cannot, and business class usually has more space too. But premium economy is definitely more luxury than normal economy class, premium economy also has some same services as business class too. If you are taking a long hours flight but can’t rlly afford a business class, premium economy is a great alternatives.

[@psarah6777]

Shawn Zhang thanks

[@felsner1]

Air New Zealand is pretty damn impressive!

[@patandrews4760]

EastToaster02 What space seats?

[@fifermcgee5971]

It's absolutely fantastic.

[@ObelixBarbatus]

Great music! For those who want to know: Kalp - Atilla Öner

[@zextrez7890]

I personally think Southern China Airlines have really good premium economy seats. They have a lot of legroom, great service, and it is a recliner chair, meaning a leg stool pops up and the chair leans back a lot.

[@ZRHTrainspotter]

Singapore Airlines is the BEST

[@onetwothree4281]

Can those new zealand seats even recline?

[@nikhilmonga212]

Sorry don’t agree there is no mention of Emirates and Singapore airlines and despite air New Zealand is great but doesn’t fly al routes

[@luizgustavolima]

ANA 3rd place with that minimalist TV screen... I would give it a 9 or 10th place!

[@VinitKhandelwal_Alpha]

anyone find out what album this music is from? love the tempo and sound

[@chazer154]

Hi Vinit. You should be able to find the track in the 'KZbin Sound Library'. Just shortlist all jazz soundtracks :)

[@iatsd]

How do you get the graphics quality so bad? Was this edited on a Russian potato computer?

[@oddsandwindsocks5905]

I wonder what the top 10 is now

[@Burjonypa]

Why Air New Zealand dot have the Eco Prm. They changed it too bad

[@aakashkarajgikar9384]

Why is there no EMIRATES Premium Economy?

[@ajrocks12x]

It would have been better if you had shown the recline of each carrier's seat.

[@psarah6777]

Hey Shawn ..Is it Air New Zealand premium economy ?