{"id":100,"date":"2025-05-15T16:46:03","date_gmt":"2025-05-15T16:46:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/accessbookings.com\/knowledgehub\/?p=100"},"modified":"2025-06-02T11:32:29","modified_gmt":"2025-06-02T11:32:29","slug":"cabin-classes-explained","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/accessbookings.com\/knowledgehub\/resources-insights\/cabin-classes-explained\/","title":{"rendered":"Cabin classes explained"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Whether you\u2019re travelling for filming purposes or to attend a sporting event, understanding different airline cabin classes can be confusing.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Thankfully, there\u2019s no need to worry because Access Bookings\u2019 specialist corporate travel management teams know it all and we\u2019ve recently asked Lee Gunn, Chief Operating Officer who has provided this valuable information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lee Gunn, Chief Operating Officer, adds:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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“While airlines are getting creative with names and features, most still stick to the four core categories: Economy, Premium Economy, Business, and First Class.”<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Economy<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Economy has various different names such as coach,<\/strong> standard, main cabin or \u2018cattle class\u2019<\/em>, but in short, economy is the most basic class on an airline. It\u2019s the most popular cabin class and also the most cost effective, due to the lack of complimentary amenities and space.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Most seat pitches can vary from 28-34 inches and a seat width of 17-33 inches, so depending on whether it\u2019s a short or long haul flight, it\u2019s worth looking at the airlines specs\u2026we\u2019re pretty certain your knees will thank you! Depending on the airline, economy offers up little complimentary amenities, a handful of airlines will offer free snacks and beverages. Economy delight with Virgin is economy extra legroom seat, Premium with Virgin is just called premium and is a different cabin. Economy delight is still in economy<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Premium Economy<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Premium economy can be called many different things, British Airways calls it \u2018World Traveller Plus\u2019. It\u2019s basically economy with added oomph (and cost). Typically, you\u2019ll get a wider seat with a greater pitch, larger entertainment screens, extra amenities, better food and a greater luggage allowance.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Business<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

There\u2019s a clear difference in economy and business class offerings from the get-go. Business-class is becoming increasingly popular and due to uptake, some airlines have replaced first class with a higher quality business class. With a business class seat you can expect some sort of executive airport lounge, extra luggage allowance, priority boarding and definitely a higher standard of seat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Seats are usually in an armchair style and lie fully flat, so if you\u2019re on a long-haul flight, business class is a luxury worth paying for. If you\u2019re lucky some airlines even provide pyjamas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

First Class<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

You can\u2019t get any better than first class, which promises a luxurious experience, that you\u2019ll never forget. The experience of first-class varies depending on your choice of airline. So you could experience anything from an enclosed private luxury seat to a full suite with Etihad\u2019s \u2018The Residence\u2019 \u2013 a 3-room suite with a living room, bedroom and a private bathroom (with a shower). You can typically expect lounge access, a premium amenity kit, increased privacy, a fancy food and drink offering and often a large lie-flat bed! So if you want to land, looking refreshed and feeling like royalty, first class is the best option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

So the bottom line is depending on whether you\u2019re travelling short or long haul, a higher class might be better for you, but of course, it always depends on availability, airline and budget. As experienced travel management company for the media and entertainment industries for more than 37 years, your comfort will always be our priority.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Get in touch to book your next flight with Access.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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