Premium economy offers a valuable middle ground between business class and economy, giving families significantly more comfort without the high price tag of business class tickets.
• Premium economy on Air France features better seat recline and footrests • Cabin arrangement is typically 2-4-2 with approximately 40-48 seats • Passengers receive amenity kits with essentials like earplugs, socks, and toiletries • Kids get special activity boxes with puzzles and games • Access to one business class lavatory with premium skincare products • Flight attendants offer additional snacks and treats throughout the flight • Self-service refreshment station available for drinks and snacks • Booked five tickets using 150,000 Amex points transferred to Virgin Atlantic (with bonus) • Total taxes and fees were approximately $1,700 ($350 per person) • For a family of five, booking requires strategic seat selection • Particularly worthwhile for flights over seven hours • Award availability is typically better than business class • Excellent option for daytime flights when everyone is awake
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