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From personal showers to a full-sized bed… these are the nine most luxurious plane cabins money can buy

Flying doesn't have to be a pain if you can afford to travel in style and splash out on these first-class cabins

IF you've ever travelled economy to get to your holiday, then you'll know that planes can be cramped, uncomfortable and boring places to spend a few hours.

But flying doesn't have to be such a pain - especially not if you can afford to travel in style and splash out on these first-class cabins, which are the nice most luxurious options money can buy.

Some seats, like this Air France booth, are more luxurious than others
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Some seats, like this Air France booth, are more luxurious than othersCredit: Air France

9. BA first class cabin, 787-9 Dreamliner

This first-class BA cabin offers a 23-inch display screen and a personal locker to keep your valuables in
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This first-class BA cabin offers a 23-inch display screen and a personal locker to keep your valuables inCredit: British Airways

8. AirFrance La Première option

Costing thousands of pounds for a one-way journey, this premier package includes a reclining chair and plenty of space
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Costing thousands of pounds for a one-way journey, this premier package includes a reclining chair and plenty of spaceCredit: Air France

7. Qatar Airways first class cabin

This stunning option reclines into a bed and gives you access to a classy sky lounge and curved bar
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This stunning option reclines into a bed and gives you access to a classy sky lounge and curved barCredit: Qatar Airways

6. Quantas first class seats

Sat in private, reclining chairs, passengers get access to plenty of freebies, including eye cream and pajamas
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Sat in private, reclining chairs, passengers get access to plenty of freebies, including eye cream and pajamasCredit: Qantas

5. Thai Airways' royal first class cabin

Private pods offer passengers a chance to enjoy meals and entertainment in secluded, comfortable seats
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Private pods offer passengers a chance to enjoy meals and entertainment in secluded, comfortable seatsCredit: Thai Airways

4. Cathay Pacific Airways first class seats

The luxury cabins offer a personal TV and an LCD touchscreen to control lights and ambience
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The luxury cabins offer a personal TV and an LCD touchscreen to control lights and ambienceCredit: Cathay Pacific Airways

3. Emirates first class flights

With a personal mini bar, Emirates' first-class passengers can enjoy a high-altitude tipple in comfort and style
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With a personal mini bar, Emirates' first-class passengers can enjoy a high-altitude tipple in comfort and styleCredit: Emirates

2. Singapore Airlines private suites

Coming with beds, TVs and extra-wide seats, private cabins on these flights cost thousands per way
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Coming with beds, TVs and extra-wide seats, private cabins on these flights cost thousands per wayCredit: Singapore Air

1. Etihad Airways' apartment experience

For over £20,000 you can bag a one-way personal apartment, including an armchair, bed and personal shower
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For over £20,000 you can bag a one-way personal apartment, including an armchair, bed and personal showerCredit: Etihad Airways

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