Economy
The standard cabin. Most affordable, most seats per row.
- Pitch
- 28–31 in
- Bags
- Carry-on + 1 personal item (carrier rules vary)
- Dining
- Buy on board (long-haul: complimentary)
- Fare index
- 1.0×
Cabin guide
Seat classes, in plain English
What you actually get when you pay more — and where the steps up are worth it. Final amenities depend on the carrier and the specific aircraft, so always confirm on the airline's booking page.
Premium Economy
A separate cabin with more pitch, recline, and amenity perks. Common on long-haul.
- Pitch
- 36–38 in
- Bags
- Typically 2 carry-on items + 1 checked bag
- Dining
- Complimentary meal & beverage
- Fare index
- ~1.6×
Business
Lie-flat seat on most long-haul; lounge access, priority boarding, and full meal service.
- Pitch
- Lie-flat (long-haul)
- Bags
- 2 carry-on + 2 checked bags (typical)
- Dining
- Multi-course dining + beverage program
- Fare index
- ~2.8×
First
The premium top tier — private suites, dedicated cabin crew, and ground services.
- Pitch
- Suite / mini-cabin
- Bags
- Most generous allowance
- Dining
- À la carte fine dining
- Fare index
- ~4.2×
Feature comparison
| Feature | Economy | Premium Economy | Business | First |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Priority boarding | ||||
| Lounge access | ||||
| Lie-flat seat (long-haul) | ||||
| Complimentary meal | ||||
| Free checked bag | ||||
| Dedicated cabin crew |
Amenities and fees vary by carrier, route, and fare bucket. The carrier's own booking page is always the final word.