SIX OF THE BEST... PREMIUM ECONOMY CABINS

SINGAPORE AIRLINES

As you would expect from one of the world’s top-rated airlines, Singapore’s premium economy makes a reliably-good flying experience even better. The 2-4-2 seating allows for more personal space, while enhanced meals include the option to preorder chef-designed dishes.

DELTA AIR LINES

Delta’s Premium Select seats, with 38-inch pitch and 19-inch width, are standard for premium economy, but extras include Tumi amenity kits, noise-cancelling LSTN headphones and Westin Heavenly blankets and pillows.

CATHAY PACIFIC

It’s all about ergonomics in Cathay’s premium economy cabin. Seats are 20-inches wide with a generous pitch of 40 inches, and each has a six-way adjustable headrest and extendable padded leg rests.

VIRGIN ATLANTIC

Virgin Atlantic’s Premium cabin covers all the bases. Enhanced 21-inch-wide leather seats have adjustable foot and headrests; there’s an upgraded meal service on proper dinnerware; and a Wander Wall social space at the front of the cabin offers selfservice drinks, treats and snacks.

AMERICAN AIRLINES

The airline is among the latest to introduce a premium economy cabin and the product has been well received. As well as more space and speedier security and boarding, amenity kits, plush pillows and blankets, and inflight meals crafted by celebrity chefs all enhance the experience.

QANTAS AIRWAYS

Qantas has upgraded its premium economy cabin for extra comfort, with a 2-3-2 layout making for easier aisle access, 10% wider seats and more legroom. Leg rests offer more support and HD seat-back screens are 25% larger than previously. Like Virgin, it has also added a self-service bar.