Five most luxurious first-class air suites

First-class suites on a plane are like hotel rooms in the sky. You have a lot of space, privacy, exceptional services and Champagne.

In the years before business and economy class were invented, flying was something only the privileged could afford, and everyone flew in luxury.

These days, airlines are competing to set ever higher standards in first-class travel. These are the world’s most luxurious first-class suites.

Emirates: Boeing 777 aircraft

With floor-to-ceiling sliding doors, Emirates’ privately enclosed suites, designed by the Mercedes-Benz S-Class team, have up to 40 square feet of personal space each and come with an array of smart technologies such as the Steiner Safari Binoculars.

Singapore Airlines: Airbus A380

Singapore Airlines has won the Best First Class Experience for 2018 by AirlineRatings.com. Complete with lavish and upscale finishes, Singapore Airlines’ private suite not only features a Poltrona Frau upholstered leather reclining swivel chair but also offers couples travelling together the option of a double bed.