Premium Economy Perks Airlines Hide

Airlines are increasingly offering premium economy as a travel option, with many carriers finding that the cabin is just as lucrative as business class. While premium economy includes more legroom and a larger seat, some airlines offer more benefits than others, and these perks can look different as well.

## Higher Mileage Earning Rates

Particularly useful when seeking status, premium economy tickets can earn more miles than economy, improving the value proposition of buying up. This is true for carriers operating revenue-based loyalty programs, as well as those with distance-based or segment-based programs. Airlines will often offer more bonus miles to qualify for elite status, making it a better choice for moving up the status ladder than economy.

| Program Type | Miles Earned per Ticket | | --- | --- | | Revenue-based | 100% of ticket price | | Distance-based | 50-75% of distance flown | | Segment-based | 25-50% of segment flown |

## More Attentive Service

The small cabin size of premium economy means that flight attendants will serve premium economy passengers first, resulting in quicker service and less waiting time. This is a function of the limited number of passengers in the cabin, which allows for more personalized service.

## Dedicated Lavatories

Some airlines offer dedicated lavatories for premium economy passengers, particularly on aircraft with specific configurations. This can be a major advantage for passengers who need to use the restroom during the flight.

| Aircraft Type | Dedicated Lavatories | | --- | --- | | Airbus A380 | Yes | | Boeing 777-300ER | Yes (on some configurations) | | Single-deck airliners | No |

## An Improved Soft Product

Airlines often provide premium economy passengers with amenity kits, upgraded blankets and pillows, and more attentive service. This can include upgraded catering, hot towels, and menu cards.

## Upgraded Catering

While not all airlines invest in upgraded catering for premium economy, some carriers offer better meals on nicer plates. Emirates is an example of an airline that offers a rotating seasonal menu with regional themes.

| Airline | Catering Options | | --- | --- | | Emirates | Rotating seasonal menu | | Other airlines | Standard economy catering |

## Lounge Access

Very few airlines offer lounge access to premium economy passengers, but some carriers do grant access to their lounges at select airports. All Nippon Airways and Japan Airlines are examples of airlines that offer lounge access to premium economy passengers.

| Airline | Lounge Access | | --- | --- | | All Nippon Airways | Yes | | Japan Airlines | Yes | | Other airlines | No |