



5. Korean Air, New York – Beijing Route
Ticket Price: $27,000 per passenger.
Korean Air is renowned for providing top-notch experiences and ensuring customer satisfaction in business and first-class cabins. Based in Seoul, South Korea, the airline operates 160 aircraft to 120 cities in over 40 countries. Korean Air is a founding member of the SkyTeam alliance, which includes airlines such as Air France / KLM and Delta Air Lines. Korean Air's loyalty program, Skypass, allows members to accumulate miles for reward flights, even in the airline's first-class cabins.
First and Prestige class passengers of Korean Air are allowed to carry up to two carry-on bags weighing no more than 40 pounds each. Your luggage's total dimensions must not exceed 45 inches, measured by length plus width plus height. Additionally, you are allowed to check up to three bags weighing no more than 70.5 pounds each and with total dimensions not exceeding 62 inches. First-class passengers have access to dedicated lounges to facilitate their pre-flight procedures. Passengers can savor fresh ingredients from Jeju Island and a menu featuring Korean dishes such as bibimbap and Korean-style chicken soup.

6. Cathay Pacific, New York – Hong Kong Route
Ticket Price: $28,000 per passenger.
When flying first class with Cathay Pacific, expect a luxurious, exclusive flying experience. Cathay Pacific's first-class cabin has only six seats arranged in a spacious and private 1-1-1 configuration. The only airline I could think of with a more intimate first-class 777 cabin would be Air France's La Premiere, with just four seats (Singapore Airlines also has four first-class seats on some of its 777s). On Cathay, each seat is 36 inches wide and 81 inches tall. The airline prides itself on having some of the 'widest fully flat beds in the sky,' in addition to premium bedding and luxurious amenities, including natural skincare products, pajamas, slippers, and of course, eye masks.
If you manage to snag a coveted first-class ticket with Cathay Pacific, you'll enjoy privileges like luxurious bedding, fully flat beds, along with a dedicated work area equipped with Wi-Fi and power outlets at your seat. You can even use the airline's latest features - like Do Not Disturb and Wake Up Call - on selected flights. One carry-on bag (up to 33 pounds) plus three checked bags with a total weight of 110 pounds for most flights. First-class passengers on Cathay Pacific receive priority boarding.

7. Etihad Airways, Los Angeles – Abu Dhabi Route
Ticket Price: $28,000 per passenger.
Known for operating one of the most luxurious cabins in the sky, Etihad Airways' first-class cabin is coveted by travelers willing to splurge. If you're considering booking Etihad's first class, having detailed information about this fare can help you make the most of your journey - like taking a shower onboard. On flights to or from the Americas, Etihad passengers are allowed two checked bags, each weighing up to 23 kg. One carry-on bag weighing up to 12 kg is allowed onboard.
First-class passengers are among the first to board the aircraft, but you may want to linger and enjoy the lounge as long as you wish. There are three types of Etihad first-class seats: The Etihad Residence, First Class Apartment, and First Class Suite. The Etihad Residence and First Class Apartment are only available on the A380. The Residence is a three-room suite with a private shower; in the First Class Apartment, you get both a seat and a separate bed. The First Class Suites are found on Boeing 787 aircraft with fully flat beds and sliding doors. First-class passengers have access to the Etihad First Class Lounge and Arrivals Lounge at Abu Dhabi Airport, as well as any of Etihad's partner lounges worldwide.

8. Lufthansa, New York – Hong Kong Route
Ticket Price: $43,550 per passenger.
Lufthansa is one of the world's leading premium flight experiences, with special rules and guidance on how you can book through their preferred loyalty program. In Lufthansa's First Class cabin, you'll have your own significantly private room with a 17-inch in-flight entertainment screen, a selection of expensive wines and spirits, exceptional onboard dining experiences including caviar, and one of the most comfortable beds in the sky.
Additionally, if you depart from or connect through Frankfurt Airport, you have the opportunity to use Lufthansa's standalone First Class Terminal, where you can relax with champagne on ice, restaurant-quality à la carte dining, and a fully stocked bar. Furthermore, you'll be personally driven to your departure gate by Porsche or Mercedes-Benz. If your journey begins or transits through Zurich, Switzerland on the same day as your flight, you can also visit the world-class Swiss Lounge, where you'll nap in hotel-quality rooms in your private lounge before venturing out into the world - with premium food and beverage offerings.

9. Emirates, Los Angeles – Dubai Route
Ticket Price: $36,000 per passenger.
The airline's reputation for luxury and top-notch service makes the first-class experience highly sought after. These exclusive seats can be attained, even by budget-conscious travelers. Any first-class review of Emirates Airlines will also praise the food, service, and luxury of the airline's first-class cabin. Emirates limits baggage based on the total weight of all baggage, rather than the number of pieces, for most of the airline's flights. Most first-class flights have a total baggage allowance of around 110 pounds (50 kg).
In addition to boarding first (with ample time to enjoy premium bubbles), first-class ticket holders have the option to board from a private jet bridge to the first-class lounge, if they wish. Emirates' first-class lounges are a special treat reserved for travelers. Depending on the departure point of your flight, your first-class ticket will provide access to Emirates or partner lounges. Arrive at the airport early to enjoy spacious lounges with cigar bars, shower spas, duty-free shopping areas within the lounge, business service centers, wine cellars, and expansive quiet guest areas - along with premium food and beverage offerings.

10. Etihad Airways Residence, New York – Abu Dhabi Route
Ticket Price: $64,000 per passenger.
Etihad astonished business class passengers and even regular travelers when it announced the Residence three-room suite on the Airbus A380 in 2014, blowing away the previous first-class suites like the old Singapore Suites and Emirates' first-class suites from the list of the world's most expensive and luxurious flights. Along with a bedroom, living room, and bathroom (with a shower!), Residence guests enjoy amenities like a personal butler service, a custom menu from an onboard chef, and exclusive airport lounges they don't have to share with anyone else.
While the Residence is only offered on select aircraft and routes of Etihad, it flies to renowned destinations like New York and London. Similar to Etihad's First Class Apartment, the Residence is only found on the airline's Airbus A380s. Etihad currently has 10 of these aircraft in its fleet and has been adding destinations for them in recent years. Although the Residence is only offered on select aircraft and routes of Etihad, it flies to renowned destinations like New York and London.
