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premium economy
Coverage of premium economy in the Nexus archive.
- I upgraded to premium economy on a long flight I've taken over 40 times. Next time, I'm choosing it over business class.
The author upgraded to Qantas' premium economy for a trans-Pacific flight, praising its improved comfort, privacy, and amenities compared to economy and business class. Features like a 2-3-2 seat configuration, hard-shell seat backs, and exclusive security lanes made the experience feel closer to business class while offering better value.
- These 13 airlines offer 'basic' business-class seats for less than the cost of classic fares
Over a dozen global airlines, including Delta and United, now offer 'basic business class' fares that remove traditional perks like lounge access to lower ticket prices. Critics warn this trend could drive up costs for all-inclusive fares over time, while airlines argue it provides more customer choice.