High Flyers

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

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By George Harrison

2nd October 2016, 12:24 pm

Updated: 3rd October 2016, 5:22 am

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.

Air France

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

9. BA first class cabin, 787-9 Dreamliner

British Airways

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

8. AirFrance La Première option

Air France

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

7. Qatar Airways first class cabin

Qatar Airways

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

6. Quantas first class seats

Qantas

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

5. Thai Airways’ royal first class cabin

Thai Airways

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

4. Cathay Pacific Airways first class seats

Cathay Pacific Airways

The luxury cabins offer a personal TV and an LCD touchscreen to control lights and ambience

3. Emirates first class flights

Emirates

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

2. Singapore Airlines private suites

Singapore Air

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

1. Etihad Airways’ apartment experience

Etihad Airways

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