Dennis Bunnik, a Travel YouTuber from Australia, shared his experiences with different long-haul economy flights with multiple airlines to help budget-savvy travelers choose comfort and better services on their long journeys.
Selecting an airline for long-haul economy travel involves more than comparing prices; comfort and attentive service can transform a 10-15-hour flight from stressful to manageable.
Whether traveling solo, with family, or for business, every passenger seeks an efficient, inclusive, and enjoyable airline experience, especially on long-haul flights.
Thinking of spacious legrooms, reclining seats, delicious meals, contemporary drinks, and world-class entertainment? As suggested by the seasoned traveler, Dennis Bunnik, here are the 7 best long-haul economy flights to choose from for your next long flight.
Photo: Singapore AirlinesBest Airlines For Long-Haul Economy Travel
These seven travelers voted airline goes beyond the limits when it comes to passengers’ comfort, safety, and entertainment, whether during short or long journeys.
Photo: Singapore Airlines1. Singapore Airlines
Singapore Airlines (SQ), known for its consistent service and comfortable seats, is the first choice for long-haul economy travel.
Hot towels are handed down to the passengers as they board the flight. The ergonomic economy seats come with adjustable headrests, spacious legroom, pillows, and blankets.
In-flight menus offer well-balanced meals with the choice of dietary options that can be pre-booked through the airline’s ‘Book the Cook’ service, and enjoy a flavorful meal cooked by gourmet chefs. If the flight is over 6 hours long, passengers can request an amenity kit containing a toothbrush, earplugs, and eye shades.
To make the journey less boring, Singapore Airlines’ award-winning in-flight entertainment systems broadcast over 1800+ choices of movies, dramas, games, and music to watch on KrisWorld.
Emirates A350 Economy Class; Photo- Emirates2. Emirates
Emirates (EK) holds the reputation of blending luxury with economy comforts for long-haul journeys. Emirates delivers state-of-the-art services to passengers across six continents every day.
The airline serves 152 countries, operating through and to its global hub in Dubai, with a fleet of 262 aircraft.
Its economy class seats feature a 34 cm seat pitch for extra legroom with well-padded adjustable headrests, powered by USB ports and power outlets, for added comfort during long journeys.
According to YouGov’s survey, 85% of passengers loved culturally diverse meals and drinks served on board. The ice entertainment system never lets passengers feel exhausted with its vast library of TV shows, games, movies, and music.
Photo- Qatar Airways3. Qatar Airways
Recognized as the world’s best airline for 2024, Qatar Airways (QR) ranks second on the long-haul economy travel list, with 83% passengers praising its crew members’ attentive services.
Based in Doha, the airline focuses on comfortable seating, fine cuisine, and the latest in-flight entertainment system. Comprising over 200 aircraft fleet, the airline serves more than 150 business and leisure destinations worldwide, including Australia, Asia, Europe, the Middle East, America, and Africa.
Passengers with long-haul travel receive a complimentary amenity kit containing a toothbrush, toothpaste, eye mask, earplugs, socks, and lip balm.
Air France A350 Cabin; Photo- Air France4. Air France
Dennis Bunnik shared Air France as his favorite airline for in-flight meals and snacks. Bunnick further shared about the phenomenal five-course meal on its First Class La Premiere- pigeon pie, and French cognacs with a delish dessert in particular.
Air France operates around 1500 flights every day throughout the world, offering passengers a touch of luxury in 312 destinations among 116 countries, with comfort and elegance.
The airline’s economy class features personal seating with a headrest, reclining back, fold-up armrest, and individual 13” 4K entertainment screen with charging ports and Bluetooth to connect your headset.
Photo: Virgin Atlantic5. Virgin Atlantic
Virgin Atlantic is famous for its trendy vibe, and its modern aircraft design is among the best long-haul flights for economy travel. The airline operates a young aircraft fleet, Airbus A350 and Boeing 787 Dreamliners.
The airline’s economy class offers well-padded seats with an individual in-seat entertainment system with charging ports, broadcasting a wide selection of movies and TV shows. Upon boarding the flight, each passenger receives a pillow, a blanket, and headphones.
Continuing with Bunnik’s favorite airline reviews, Virgin Atlantic ranks third for its complimentary alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, and snacks, with 73% passengers completely satisfied with the in-flight meals.
Photo: British Airways6. British Airways
British Airways offers passengers two economy choices, basic and standard, to only pay for the benefits and services required during shorter or longer journeys.
The airline refreshed its cabins with stylish interiors. The upgraded seats in Boeing 777 feature a six-way headrest with adjustable ears and adjustable armrests for added comfort.
Enjoy the view from the clouds or settle down in ergonomic seats provided with a personal flat screen and headphones to entertain yourself with binge-worthy shows, movies, music, audiobooks, and games.
British Airways tops the list with 61% of passengers who enjoyed the overall in-flight meals, snacks, and drinks, offering non-vegetarian to vegan cuisine options.
Photo: Qantas7. Qantas Airways
Awarded the best economy class flight for onboarding catering in Australia and the Pacific for 2025, Qantas Airways exceeds expectations when it comes to long-haul comfort.
Make yourself comfortable in the airline’s updated cabins equipped with spacious seating and lighting, along with a netted footrest, cushions, and extra legroom for extra comfort on a longer journey.
The in-flight screen system with over 2500+ hours of blockbuster movies, TV shows, and music keeps passengers entertained throughout the flight, while they’re served with a variety of complimentary Australian drinks and dining options.
In A Nutshell
Though not all economy classes are created equal. However, some airlines go the extra mile to make a long-haul flight more comfortable and enjoyable.
For consistent comfort, Qatar Airways and Singapore Airlines are unbeatable choices. Emirates Airlines is hard to beat when it comes to in-flight entertainment and attentive services.
For the taste of luxury and elegance, Air France shines at its best, while British Airways and Virgin Atlantic offer modern amenities with European comfort.
Whether through seating, food and drinks, or entertainment, the above-listed airlines bring something unique to long-haul journeys for every traveler.
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