The reputable global airline ranking website AirlineRatings has recently announced a series of prestigious international awards, among which a Vietnamese airline has won the award for the best premium economy class of 2024.
The premium economy class is positioned between business class and economy class. Depending on the flight route, airlines may or may not offer this seating option. On airplanes, premium economy features seats with more space compared to economy class and several additional priority services. In 2024, Vietnam Airlines was recognized by AirlineRatings as having the most valuable premium economy class.
“In a competitive race, Vietnam Airlines clinched this award by consistently delivering a high-quality premium economy product, offering great value on long and medium-haul flights without excessively high prices. This is significant for travelers as they have the option for added comfort and priority without paying the premium price of services from airlines like Air New Zealand and Emirates. The airline also boasts a modern fleet with an average age of just 8.9 years,” commented AirlineRatings.
VNA
With Vietnam Airlines’ premium economy class, passengers benefit from priority check-in and baggage drop at the business class counter; priority boarding and baggage handling; spacious seating, comfortable recline, and ample legroom; and provided amenities like personal hygiene kits with slippers, eye masks, earplugs, toothpaste, moisturizing cosmetics, blankets, and pillows.
AirlineRatings also compared two similar airlines on identical flight routes with the same premium economy class: Vietnam Airlines’ Ho Chi Minh City to San Francisco from October 16 to 23, 2024, and Air New Zealand’s Auckland to Vancouver, Canada, from October 15 to 22, 2024.
The Air New Zealand flight was priced at $2,968 USD, while Vietnam Airlines’ flight was $2,372 USD, a significant difference of $596 USD. Vietnam Airlines offered a much lower price, likely providing passengers with a greater sense of value.
AirlineRatings also awarded other airlines, such as Qatar Airways for the best business class seat and Singapore Airlines for the best first-class seat.
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Source: Vietnam Insider