What’s The Difference Between Economy Class and Premium Economy?🤔

[@bananachip92]

Flew premium economy for the first time recently and it is 100% worth it, especially for longer flights!! Mine was 14 for reference 😂

[@neilrmartin1984]

It depends very much on the airline

[@shadowflare2838]

I flew premium economy on singapore airlines and felt no difference, sticking to economy from then on

[@VBoo459]

@@shadowflare2838 With Singapore airline its really just a little extra leg space. With Emirates though, its a different world.

[@noahgreaser1213]

Premium economy is only better than all the classes on Lufthansa

[@Zahrul3]

Premium Economy is what business class used to look like in the 70s and 80s

[@jawadarif5676]

And the 90s /and early 2000

[@gemyellow]

I've had business class in early 2000. Yeah, the Premium economy today is just business class to me. Especially after price hike post-covid

[@Bunny-ch2ul]

Yup. Airlines have just rebranded "first class" as "business class" because most companies won't spring for first class fights for business travel. "Premium economy" just took the place of business class.

[@weizenbier5278]

Agree 100%

[@albertyu750]

The premium economy experience varies DRASTICALLY across airlines and even across different models within the same airline. I've seen some premium economy basically being just the front part of economy with marginally more leg room. Other times it's like business class minus the privacy partitions. It really depends on what plane you are getting on.

[@Mojo29]

I take a different opinion. In my experience it’s very rarely worth it. It costs substantially more and you still cannot get a proper sleep. I either go economy or Business, very rarely feel the need for an in between.

[@saldol9862]

It only matters for me for long haul flights or if it’s a very small rise in price. 10 hours? Go for it. 10% more ticket price? I’ll consider it.

[@eh-269]

It also largely depends on if u have a loyalty program with said airline. As earning miles with them can help a lot more in making each plane ticket extremely cheap. As i remember, my mom flies a lot more than me, who already flies a lot, but she buys her tickets out like a whole year ahead or so. I remember one time she paid around 240 for a ticket and then upgraded with 50k miles to business while I upgraded to pre-Econ for 10k, if I’m using miles I would budget it a lot more and see if my next flights can be on pre-Econ or another business. So it just depends on if I am looking to use miles, or not otherwise I just buy business when I’m out of miles, which is quite rare. So it all comes down to loyalty program.

[@gemyellow]

@@saldol9862 post-covid price hike made premium now cost +50% or more. Of course it depends on where you are in the world. But that's just my case

[@dannmm6745]

@@saldol9862 10%?? Not a single airline is selling premium economy for that price… usually 30%-80% increase. For that price, if you are a bit flexible and you are smart you can fly in business class.

[@raghavmalhotra6878]

Just fly economy or business, premium economy is a scam

[@ITSREYY983]

But emirates premium economy can sometimes be more than business, which in my opinion is better.

[@moladiver6817]

Emirates premium feels like a scam to me. The seats recline so far they literally trap the person behind in their seat. Yes the seats are wide but normal economy seats on an A380 are more than wide enough and also have plenty of leg room. And I'm quite tall (1.86 or 6-2 for Americans). I've almost reached silver status. This will give me free seat choice at booking, priority check-in and boarding as well as lounge access. Combined with normal economy pricing this'll give me the most bang for buck by far. I always have a center aisle seat. Flying Emirates this way is the best experience and it costs me less than a thousand bucks to fly halfway around the planet and back. 😎 IMO the only real upgrade to economy is business. One day...

[@dreameroldsoul]

They earn the most in this category

[@ITSREYY983]

​​@@dreameroldsoulTrue.. for the business😢

[@CinemaSteve]

We love premium economy for international long haul. It makes the journey feels like a 5 hour economy flight despite being double the time. I was dreading our 10 hour flight to Tokyo but it went by super fast and my wife and I were both very comfy and well rested when we landed. Such a big difference for us and worth the cost.

[@ceowin]

Yeap, and Cathay does it soooooooooo well!

[@forsaken7161]

Economy is the worst for Long flights lol

[@ThomasK-d6h]

It is a ~90% premium compared to economy class, and you still cannot sleep. Doesn’t sound like a good deal, and if money is no issue I would always opt for business class. (I checked Lufthansa nonstop MUC-BKK)

[@MalayMap]

Dawg you must be one of the only people that can't sleep on a flight 💀

[@TyVision]

Love you nonstop Dan keep doing what you do best.🎉

[@Shoted0x0]

I agree man, he's the best aviation youtuber

[@chrisalexander8110]

I always do Premium economy on anything over 6 hrs. Its welll worth it

[@tw25rw]

A downside is that the armrest doesn't move, so you can't spread into the next seat if it's free. In general it's good value for larger people. Less so for medium and smaller people.

[@TheodoreParthimos]

Premium Economy is always the place to go... when you have money to spend.

[@Lewis64]

Why not business class or first if money isn’t an issue

[@tubby_1278]

I want more legroom and recline but don't want to pay $5000 for a business class ticket

[@johnsfo2023]

Economy used to be known as coach, which was reasonably comfortable--and you got fed. Coach no longer exists. Nowadays, economy is deliberately designed to be uncomfortable in that it's like a flying cattle car, and you don't get fed--unless you pay. Economy is the new steerage (third class); premium economy is actually best regarded as second class, then there's business or first class. Flying is usually a disgusting experience for the majority of travellers.

[@A350flyernyc]

Economy used to also be priced the level of what Premium Economy is priced as today.

[@m.m.4645]

We experienced it on different Airlines. Usually, we simply do not have the money to buy Business class tickets all the time (I am honest) and long haul flights from Europe to North America, Asia or Australia can be painful. We are older, want to enjoy retirement, but do not feel responsible for the financial wellbeing of any airline. For us, PEC - depending on the airline and the destination - is always something to look into. And if the price is right... we fly PEC.

[@mdhazeldine]

My last flight I tried Air Canada economy from London to Toronto and Premium on the way back. It's definitely much better than an economy exit row seat in every way except for access and sheer leg room, but I valued the extra recline more (was easier to sleep). It's not as good as business, but it's better value for money and you can easily pay a little extra for lounge access. All you're really missing is the fully flat bed and the extra frills. I would do it again.

[@blitz3391]

"People are surprised of the difference". With such a price difference, no w're fucking not XD

[@madelinebitts2766]

Depends. It's only like $40 more on Scoot for international flights. Definitely worth it.

[@ThePearson1945]

In the US, the meaning of Premium economy means 1 extra inch seat pitch and emergency exist seat 💺 nothing Premium. And, you will be lucky if you stay alive after your Premium seat on emergency exist door below out !!

[@just_BASED]

Not true. Look at United’s long haul premium economy. I think you are talking about domestic first class.

[@MG-ot2yr]

@@just_BASED Exactly, United premium economy on a long haul is more like a domestic first class seat.

[@Other_Reddit_stories]

I love premium economy, dedicated check in is a huge plus for me, and the service is awesome

[@InsaneNuYawka]

I dread the word “Economy” when used for seats.. and when paired “Premium” it sounds oxymoronic. Why not just name it something else..

[@АрсенийКарасев-н6э]

In Russia it's called "comfort" class

[@zaph2580]

Imagine they add one more: premium economy max.

[@ben9DB]

Business lite

[@RoyalPandora]

Why do all of those sound like an airline version of Sims expansion packs?? 😂

[@pizza-xll5540]

great job, keep making amazing videos and reviews

[@MG-ot2yr]

Like business class, not all premium economy is alike. Some airlines its just a regular economy seat but with extra leg room, and some, especially long haul aircraft, that has actual wider seats, a separate cabin area and upgraded food and beverage, some priority perks except lounge access.

[@clara5924]

I’ve tried premium economy for 12+ hours flight. Definitely worth it. It was Emirates. But from talking with friends about it, I learned that premium economy varied greatly. Gulf airlines definitely offer better deals. Not in par with North America n Europe airlines.

[@spades911]

I’ve frequently found sales on premium economy that were approximately $200 more RT than standard economy. From there you can either enjoy the product or upgrade for less (ie. $400 for CDG to BKK, PE to J instead of $900-$1200).

[@Conicaw]

i just try and cope in economy every time 😿

[@markholland6657]

just flew back in Business from Vietnam and sneakily went to try out their premium economy cabin and it was surprisingly spacious... a very nice medium between economy and business.. might just go Premium Economy in future.. save myself a few ££

[@rat_mannn]

I flew premium economy for the first time ever yesterday on singapore airlines for 14 hours and it was so much worth it and made the biggest difference 😊

[@richiezproductions9421]

I'm soooo excited. I'm flying Emirates first class to Dubai and premium economy on the way back because I ran out of miles lol.

[@aixtom979]

For the ones I have tried, having your *own* armrest instead of a shared one, and that few inches of extra space in width that comes with it was definitely worth it.

[@vleape86]

I flew premium economy on Singapore Airlines from Munich to Singapore last year, it was amazing

[@shadowflare2838]

Really? I flew premium economy on singapore airlines a few years ago and felt no difference compared to economy. I think for some airlines the economy class is already so good that there is not much of an upgrade when taking premium economy

[@memegasm8972]

I don't care I just want to fly on the Plane

[@PassportBrosBusinessClass]

Premium Economy is a huge step up from economy, but only in Emirates business do you get a window seat to yourself and not actually have to sit next to anyone. Premium economy probably makes more sense for couples on a budget.

[@laxelbrolen]

You are really the best keep it up

[@NonstopDan]

Thank you so much 😀

[@MeltemAyla]

Gotta love how 4ra manages to keep every bet feeling fresh and fair, they know how to run a game.

[@poovaneswaransupramaniam19]

Good tip

[@jaymiller2634]

Trying premium economy air canada trans pacific! (Assuming I’m not upgraded) I’m excited to try it

[@LoubinaA]

Don’t waste you money on United Premium - a complete let down after experiencing it on other airlines

[@TheZayzoo]

Basically in premium econ, your plates with clack compared in econ, your container wont clack

[@Sheikh-XX]

There’s a big difference in price if you’re flying with Emirates, sometimes more than double the price.

[@lnielsen81]

Great videos. Please make a new SAS trip soon🎉

[@raghavmehta9269]

The emergency exit seats are much better if you’re looking for legroom and don’t care as much about the food

[@tobeytransport2802]

It seems that premium economy is like what you would see on many first class day train seats in Britain and much of the rest of Europe. I say day train because if it’s a night sleeper you get a cabin with a bed.

[@hanhoco1]

Same as on 1st and 2nd class in a high speed train, imagine you are riding on TGV, japanese green car or Chinese FuXin 400 series train, it's specious space, meal services and more comfort seats 🤩！

[@EpicThe112]

Keep it up in some cases the plane will only have business and premium economy you can actually see this on Singapore Airlines. The latter can be combined with an economy class ticket examples are Newark Airport Terminal B and JFK terminal 4 to Perth🇦🇺/Manila/Cebu🇵🇭

[@UmmYeahOk]

Flew coach on Japan Air in June. It was pretty close to this. Flew coach on American Airlines on the way back, and wow! What a difference! I guess it had been a while since I last flew American, but 14 hours with the guy in front of me 6 inches away! Couldn’t even use my tray! FOURTEEN HOURS!!! The screens didn’t even work! Round trip was already $8000 for a family of three. We’re supposed to pay more?

[@sunshinequeenstar]

Where do you find these deals? The flights I've seen so far charge more than double basic economy and have barely any additional perks.

[@DriesDeTreinspotter]

It's like a 1st class in trains.

[@jamesmurphy6912]

Agree but always depends on the price difference. US to EU premium is worth $500 more RT. (To me!). You are also more likely to get upgraded to business class! (Or offered to pay for it)

[@anthonyfarretta438]

I get it, but if you have been flying Business/First with premium airlines like Qatar, Emirates, Etihad, etc, premium economy isn't going to cut it. I flew coach on many airlines but decided at 60 years old, i was not going to suffer in economy any longer. Especially on US carriers, who really dont seem to care about their passengers. So, for me, it's business or above, and my body says thank you.

[@SuperRookie117]

Gonna fly to Singapore August 25th 2024 with a friend. We booked premium economy in Singapore airlines for our 12.5hr flight. Can't wait to finally experience it 😁

[@NonstopDan]

Have a great flight!

[@SuperRookie117]

@@NonstopDan Thank you ❤️

[@shahjehan]

This is not the case for Canadian in American premium economy. The difference is minute and not worth full fare. Instead wait to see if you can bid for an upgrade.

[@justinwilcox6853]

Great channel

[@unknownperson3691]

United has a $400 offer to upgrade to premium economy. They charge $500 to add an extra bag(included in premium economy).

[@just_BASED]

On my upcoming flight they are trying to charge me $3500 to upgrade.

[@nogames8982]

The problem is it doubles the price of the ticket.

[@arcticredpanda4598]

The problem is branding. Premium Economy sounds like a scam.

[@sirvallenstein]

Consider this: I'm broke

[@YellowQu4ck]

As someone who doesn’t review flights for a living, you get to the same destination with more money in your pocket on a regular economy seat.

[@ChintanCG]

I was trying to book long haul 16 hour flight recently. Premium economy was 3x economy and business was 5x

[@crisitmmm4851]

Only worth it for 8+ hours flights honestly. Also, as a person who travels frequently but never flew prem economy, business or first, I see this as a absolute win

[@HenrikoMagnifico]

Not at all in my experience. For the price of Premium you can book and extra night (or two) at your destination and stay for longer, or spend the money on something else like a MUCH nicer meal at a proper sit down restaurant. Since the price often is almost double that of economy, in my mind it makes no sense to spend that much for a marginally better experience for a few hours.

[@gilbertoandrescastanoriver4935]

For me it wasn’t worth it since I only took short flight of less than an hour, but when I tried the premium economy in a 4 hour flight then I realized the difference

[@blueleafy7167]

Guys, it’s not worth it. You will understand when you see the price difference

[@israelwillwin4ever]

Well in PE you get served by the crew who serve Economy and in business you get served by the crew serving on the business/first standard.

[@cbiasizzo]

For domestic, Delta has the best premium economy. I'll admit I'm a drinker. Typically Delta charges less than $100 for domestic premium, especially on flights less than three hours. I usually pay $50-$60 for last minute upgrades and I get more than $60 worth of free booze. The free booze is a plus. Most airlines don't offer that.

[@kristianpeterson2571]

This does not apply to US domestic flights. The benefits are negligible, depending on which of the big three you fly with.

[@saintmobius5348]

Flew premium economy to Auckland from London with Singapore last year. 36 hours total trip. The price difference between economy and premium was offset by the 2 bags allowance. If we’d flown economy and paid for a bag we’d only have saved around £150 for both flights COMBINED across 2 tickets. Highly recommend the rear bulkhead PE seats on the A380. Even more reclining angle as there isn’t a seat behind you and it’s so relaxing to not even worry about someone behind you.

[@SenghorAkatetsuShirohana]

Ah yes, best tip. *premium economy.*

[@naftyloescher]

still not worth 3-4x the price

[@genericscout5408]

14 hours isn’t long enough to justify an extra 5000 in costs.

[@jtg01dfish81]

I feel like all the flights I look at, Premium economy is almost triple the cost of normal economy.

[@ArchDud3]

Which premium economies are the best bang for your buck though?

[@АрсенийКарасев-н6э]

I would say aerorlot's a350 premium economy.(It's called "comfort" class) It's the same as business class on short routes planes(like a320) , and the food is the same as in business

[@doctorpanther360]

I’ll just stick with economy because why spent 3 times as much when your going to the same place

[@patientzero291]

Long haul flights premium or business class is the way to go.

[@yoteonthetoobs]

Economic crisis. Yeah sure, I'm totally flying premium economy

[@el_covfefe]

If your route isn't using a older plane, then there's no premium economy

[@FannomacritaireSuomi]

But the real problem is that we don't travel to be on a plane, we get on a plane to travel in another country. For Finns, flights are almost mandatory if we want to get away from this Northern misery.

[@Arynez]

Depends on the airline, it’s not worth on Lufthansa

[@elmoworld850]

Ughhh, that airline sucks!!!!

[@tedlicciardello7673]

I´ve taken premium economy and for a bigger person like me it is absolutely worth the extra price. American airlines has an excellent economy class but I did it with Iberia, for example, and it wasn´t nearly as comfortable, not worth the extra price.

[@iamkalika]

Not to mention it’s much easier to upgrade!

[@PALANTIR_3030]

Its a usa and Europe thing. Europeans ACTUALLY have premium economy.

[@sailingalone5562]

United, for example, even business class is disappointing.

[@asikbanget5041]

Only JAL's new premium economy is worth considering. It almost feels like a business class of other ailrlines

[@Skyviation]

The only reason I don't fly premium economy is because I'm cheap af and only choses the cheapest option

[@luisab3079]

I was considering getting premium economy seats on a 11h flight, but then saw it costs almost twice as much as economy does so i guess i won't be doing that lol.

[@HeyBoni]

My father only books flights in Premium Economy or Bussines class since im 7, now im 14. The problem is when I have to book my flights I cant get Premium

[@cryorig_transit05]

With Amtrak, I don't have to deal with this mess

[@Deleteduser666]

Why not just give everyone the same seat and space it will save on materials and manufacturing and maintenance due to being less different types of materials and spacing and less wire to pass through this will also reduce weight since all this extra amenities must take up valuable weight and and more flexible since parts can be switched out easier this will make plane travel cheaper instead of a gamble

[@Deleteduser666]

(A gamble on price) one minute its 200$ and then half hour later its 300$ there's no fixed price like normal transportation

[@Justyouraverageguy360]

Can you do one of SQ please

[@hemasworld-kannadaincalifo8045]

What is the price difference?

[@gamercheffay2291]

The premium economy in Emirates it’s the most of the first classes in the us airlines 😂😂😂

[@querty292]

Premium Economy should be rebranded as “Dignity Class”

[@yoshi64632]

my family always flys premium economy because business and first are to much money

[@rumika]

As someone who runs hot, having that barrier between seats and not having to touch people's legs/thighs on most long flights in premium ecocnomy alone makes it worth it 🥵😖😂

[@Not_Re71ex]

I flew premium economy and got peanuts only for a flight

[@Erik_The_Viking]

This depends on the airline. I flew premium economy on China Southern and it wasn't much better than economy. Slightly wider seat, barely any recline, food was the same as economy, same poor service too.

[@bl00m1mgt0n]

I'll let you know when I can afford it. Until then, economy with extra legroom is the sweet spot.

[@blahblahblahblah729]

Yeah premium economy in my country is the exact same as economy, you just get to board first and theirs a cloth between premium and normal. No leg room, no better food, nothing.

[@GordanZ]

What is the difference in upgrade price ?

[@Bunny-ch2ul]

Premium economy is basically business class, and business class is basically what first class was twenty years ago. Most companies won't spring for first class for business travelers, so most domestic carriers have rebranded. First class didn't go anywhere. It's just called business class now. I would also argue that premium economy used to be worth it when it was like a $200 difference on long haul flights. Now it's frequently 50% more to even double what regular economy costs, which is absurd because you don't get 50% more space, or 50% better service.

[@unariver5810]

True, but still not worth the price difference

[@creyji]

But the legroom in premium economy is still not that huge, while the price difference is quite huge😅

[@MBDillan21]

Unfortunately planes equipped with them don't operate on all routes :(