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Seats are squeezy for tall passengers.

Airline review: It has a bad rep, but I would definitely fly this again

Was it just my lucky day, or do the bad experiences receive more airtime? Surprisingly, my first-ever easyJet flight exceeds expectations.

  • by Catherine Marshall
Absence of baggage lockers above middle rows gives an airy, spacious feel.
★★★★1/2
Vietnam

Airline review: It’s no Rolls-Royce, but this business class is good value

A surprise design feature in this business class cabin gives it a particularly spacious and airy feeling.

  • by Jane Richards
Free Wi-Fi is available to members of Delta’s loyalty program, SkyMiles.
★★★★
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Airline review: Despite the service, this is a good extra legroom option

Delta’s Comfort+ offers more legroom, though the flight attendants deliver a “good cop/bad cop” level of service.

  • by Rob McFarland
Need some sleep? The workhorse business class flatbed seat still assists perfectly.
★★★★
Paris

Airline review: On board Qantas’ new non-stop route to Europe

A 16-hour flight can be daunting, but it’s amazing how time flies, literally, in business class.

  • by Anthony Dennis
The seat has just 31 inches (79 cm) of legroom, but you probably won’t need to sleep.
★★★★½
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Airline review: This ticket to paradise is excellent, even in economy

Even in economy class, this airline and its friendly staff get you in the mood for an island holiday from the moment you step on board.

  • by Emily McAuliffe
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Singapore Airlines uses the Airbus A350-900 to fly the world’s longest non-stop route.
★★★★★
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Airline review: The world’s longest flight is an absolute pleasure

If you’re ever going to splurge on a front-of-plane experience, let it be this one.

  • by Carolyn Beasley
Qantas is replacing its Boeing 717s with new Airbus A220s.
★★★★★
Air travel

Airline review: New Qantas plane raises the standard for short flights

Qantas is bringing in new Airbus A220s as part of its fleet renewal. They are spacious and well designed – even in the toilets.

  • by Julietta Jameson
Qatar Airways’ business class cabin.

The airlines offering cheaper versions of business class

You can save on a business-class fare if you’re willing to forgo some of the perks you’d usually expect.

  • by Michael Gebicki
Service in the premium economy cabin was outstanding.
★★★★★
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Airline review: This premium economy is nothing short of outstanding

Plenty of airlines offer good service, but I’ve never flown with a crew who seemed to enjoy their job this much.

  • by Ute Junker
Decent legroom even with a reclined seat in front.
★★★★½
Qatar

Airline review: Economy class on the ‘World’s Best Airline’ for 2024

Someone give this crew a gold medal – their service is exemplary.

  • by Ute Junker