The 10 most extravagant airlines ranked
While some of us battle it out in economy, airlines are offering shower spas, three-bedroom apartments and double beds onboard. No longer is a flat seat enough to stand out - airlines are going above and beyond for their premium customers, and AirAdvisor has ranked the 10 most extravagant luxuries available. Giving marks for rarity, scarcity and experience, it handed the top spot to Etihad’s The Residence, a three-bedroom apartment in the sky.
TL;DR
- Airlines are offering increasingly extravagant luxuries for premium customers, moving beyond flat seats.
- Etihad's 'The Residence' on the A380, a three-bedroom apartment with a double bed and ensuite shower, ranked as the most extravagant luxury.
- Emirates' A380 First Class features onboard shower spas, and SWISS's First Grand Suite offers a private 'loft' space.
- Air France's La Première service includes a private suite at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport with a double bedroom and outdoor patio.
- Virgin Atlantic's Retreat Suite, while in Business Class, accommodates up to four people for dining or socializing.
- Singapore Airlines and Japan Airlines offer suites with separate beds and spacious amenities.
- AirAdvisor's founder noted a 'premium air travel arms race' and advised passengers to research aircraft configurations before booking.
- The list includes other top luxuries such as Emirates' A380 Onboard Lounge and Qatar Airways' Al Safwa First Lounge with a thermal jacuzzi.