CHECKLIST: FLYING PREMIUM ECONOMY

Want to make a long flight more bearable without forking out to sit at the front of the plane? Consider flying premium economy. It’s the general term used for a mid-class, mid-priced service between economy and business classes, and is offered by over two dozen airlines flying long-haul from and to the UK. economy seat pitch, at 46in. Air New Zealand’s is also generous, at 41in. With most airlines, you can also expect a seat an inch or two wider than in economy, so you don’t have to jostle for elbow space. Virgin’s is best in class, at 21in. Your seat may also recline further, and premium economy is usually in a separate, smaller and quieter cabin from economy. differ from airline to airline. the higher tax by upgrading just your return leg.