Ever flown first class? Do you think it's worth the money?

I can't say it was worth the money, but I did enjoy it. The larger seats and personalized attention made the flight quite pleasurable.

Yes and no, I am a fairly low maintenance traveler though. Just get me from point A to point B safely and I am happy. Don't lose my luggage and don't steal my stuff. . . .first class won't help with that :)

Yes - I once got an upgrade to 1st on tranatlantic. As others have said, it was nice but not worth the cost. The only extra I would want is more legroom. On Virgin Atlantic you can sometimes buy exit row seats for not very much, which is definitely worth it.

No, and I don't want to.

As a skinnier guy, I find the narrow seats more comfortable (my chief complaint about many cars is too wide seats) which is important if you're flying for more than about 20 minutes. As for the attention, I've never had a problem getting what I want when I want it from a flight attendant. And if I don't call, LEAVE ME ALONE!!!!
As for fellow passengers, the people in first class can be just as bad. In fact, given my distaste for the type of people who INSIST on first class, it's probably better all around that I'm in the rear... over the wing where I'm statistically slightly more likely to survive an accident.

One time. It was wonderful. I didn't pay for it unless you count investing my time and influence into the life of a young person who just happened to see me in the airport and was in a position to upgrade me.

once, after 4th grade i was flying alone and they upgraded me cuz the only other people in first class happened to be the members of journey, so that was cool (and now you all know i'm old)

i think for long flights its worth the money especially for someone with an injury, a bad back or anything like that

Yes, but it was a free upgrade from coach because I was ill. I'm glad I did because it was a trans-Pacific flight and I doubt if I would have been pleased in the cramped seating in coach. Yes, if a person is travelling an extended length journey, 1st class or business class are worth extra $s.

Yes I have. I had the opportunity to be placed in first class seat on a 7 hour flight because the flight was over flowing. Leg space is awesome and the bigger seat too. Though I didn't get a chance to taste any of the varieties in the first class menu and no personal hottie flight attendant either.

ive been upgraded 3 of my last 5 flights by presenting a military ID. one was a really long flight, from Atl to San Diego, oh and it was worth every dime. one time, i was even hung over, and this good lookin little blonde "hostess" fed me oxygen and mini vodkas with cranberry. i will never forget her, the woman of my dreams...

First Class today is nothing like it was in the 60's and 70's, therefore it isn't worth it unless you are flying overseas. Foreign carriers are the best for 1st class treatment such Virgin, JAL, Singapore Airlines and KLM and some others.

The absolute best is JAL and Singapore Airlines, now these airlines know what service is.

Yes, I have. It was fun but I would say, overall, not worth extra $$.

I have flown first class, but only when bumped up. I've never paid, nor would I. Sure, the extra bit of room and more personal attention is nice, but not worth it to me to pay as much extra as the airlines want to charge for it.

Often. I worked for a major airline for 31 years...on flights 6 hours and under I don't care where I sit...but on those long 13 hour/20 hour overseas flights..the extra room..plus the seat that folds flat into a bed is a godsend.

Yes, I fly first class as often as possible, and no, I don't think it's worth the price of the ticket. Quite often, if you just ask at the counter if an upgrade is available, you can get one for free or about $50 (US), then it is worth the money. That's how I fly first class.

First time on each new airway is cool but it's not really worth the money unless someone else -- like a company -- is paying for it. Sit in coach, pop a xanex and save the loot.

I've flown first class many times. I currently work for a major carrier and I would disagree with Jannes - it is VERY difficult for an employee of most airlines to get a first class seat as she is right in saying that those are upgraded miles and the like. Also I don't think anyone would appreciate you calling coach "no class" for most being on the plane is better than having to drive there.

I have flown first class many times. I have never paid for a first class ticket. Most of the times when I flew first class, I upgraded using frequent flier miles. If I am traveling for work and the company buys a full coach fare, I will usually pay the difference to get into first class. On Delta airlines, you can usually upgrade to first class from a full-fair coach ticket for $90.00 each way. Definitely worth it on longer flights.

Yes. I wish I could afford it every time, but now since I have to buy 2 tickets - soon to be 3 (one of my kids is over 2, so he needs his own seat - and my other one will turn 2 in July) - it's just not feasible. I'd rather take 3 trips and suffer through the flight than pay 3 times as much and enjoy the ride. For me, it's more about where I'm going than how I get there. But I do think it's "worth it" if it wouldn't result in being able to afford fewer trips.

My husband upgraded me to first class while he stayed in business class because he wanted to give me a treat but instead I got a treatment! The person I was sitting by had on so much disgusting cologne that that was all I noticed--well, that and the grotesque white sausage I was served. I rang for service and begged to be put back in business class!

Yes and sometimes. If they are offering cheap upgrades at the gate, then sure! And it's great for overseas flights. Domestic, I can handle coach, but first class sure is nice!

Flown first class plenty, and as far as i'm concerned its totally worth the money (for the most part). From an entirely pragmatic perspective; Im 6'2 and athletic and by that I dont mean bulked but neither am I stick thin, just lean. I need my space and leg room, without that I simply cannot enjoy anything on the flight regardless. Another irritating thing about coach is how somehow or another I always end up behind the pratt who decides its ok to decline his seat to the maximum and not consider the tall man behind who already feels like Shaq in a minicooper as it is. Needless to say these issues dont exist in 1st class, which is why I prefer 1st. But by the same token, being cream of the crop on the flight isnt all honk-the-dory either. The stewardess will literally go up and down the aisle 80 times regardless of how long the flight is , its almost as if she's doing westside story on the bleedin' plane. If you dont specifically mention that you wouldnt like to be disturbed they'll end showering more attention on you than the cardinals do on the pope, so yea..its all very controversial, or maybe its just me ;-P

I flew first class once, but didn't have to pay extra for it because my original flight was cancelled due to technical problems, and they could only find me a new seat in first class. I will pay the extra money if I ever fly again, since the seats were much wider and more cushioned, and I got a glass of wine! Also the snacks were much better than in economy class, which I had on the connecting flight.

I never have.

Is it comfortable and roomy enough to get in some serious ZZZZ's?

Only once and I loved it. The food, the roominess of the seats, the special attention.

My body frame is quite bigger than average so flying first class is more convenient. It's worth the money to have that much space and not get bothered by narrow aisles or narrow seats. But only if somebody else is paying! :P

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once, i guess if you money to spend then why not.

I have never tried, always wanted to but haven't yet. I read some good reviews of first class travel at http://www.bombasticlife.com.

It sure sounds great. Some day!

ive never flown 1st class...i travelled on a 9hour flight and wished 4 more leg room also the guy in front kept pushin his chair back and i felt like i was stuck in a tiny hole...on the 2/3 hour flights really dont matter as time youve taken off you eat then land...dont notice it, i would like 2 fly 1st class if it was offered but wouldnt pay loadz 4 it as i think every1 would b stuck up and complain there not getting what they want when they want 'AND theyd paid extra' on the cheap on the way back on my 9 hour long flight we got the back of the plane (on virgin atlantic) and had space between my seat and the window so had loadz of room your not any safer 1st class r u? if you crashed its just as likely youd die in 1st class then in the cabin

Depends on how tired you are or on what preparation you must do for your destination. Very tired or have a lot of work? Damn straight, it's worth every penny!

I flew first class when someone else bought the ticket and it felt quite luxurious to me.

First class is ok. Its not worth the extra $60 or more. Basically you get more room but heck if your only on the plane for a couple of hours i could deal with coach..i actually like coach better people are a bit nicer and not either business people

First class is a waste of money. They will take double the money and at the end of the flight you will feel, had i not spent it there, i could have saved a whole month of food expenses. But nevertheless, if you have that kind of money, you can simply try it out once.

i have never flown on first class and i don't plan to anytime soon, i think it would be alright if you were old and had lots of money to spare

It is worth it to do it at least once in your life.

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i've flown on a private jet that my dad owns...and flys...and being that it's not my money per se...yes it's totally worth it.

Been there, done that both international and domestic and certainly not worth 10X the value of a coach ticket unless you have beaucoup extra frequent flier miles.

I've flown business class more often on bumping up upgrades, and find its generally worth it for longer trips

Yes, I was upgraded to first class. Is it worth more than double? No way. I was amazed at the cost difference: pricing trip to Scotland and found airfare for less than $1000 coach. For first/business class, it was over $4000!! that's insane.

Yes I have many times, but I've never paid for it. No I do not think it's worth the money.

I have only flown first class when bumped up. It WOULD be worth it, if I could afford it, but plane tickets are costly enough, and it just costs too much.

Yes depends on the flight.

Yes depends on the flight.

Yes..and absolutely!

Yes. It is worth it.

I have flown first class and *first class*. First class was nice, though I don't think I'd pay for it -- I have never minded airplane flights in coach. The other time was flying on the Concorde -- now THAT would be worth the money (not that it's an option anymore). It leaves first class in the dust.

yeah by accident i was late to a plane and they stuck me in first class. Its not worth it unless you are taking a very long long trip to india for example.

I flew 1st class many times years ago when it was really worth the money. On a 1st class trip from Germany to Saudi Arabia on Luftansa - the stewardess actually wheeled a beer keg down the aisle!

No, I have not had the opportunity to fly first class and have often wondered if it would be worth the extra money.

Yes - because I was upgraded because of overbooking. It was definately the BEST flight I ever had. I guess if I were rich it would be worth the money. However, being the poor person I am, it is not worth it.

There are pros and cons to it. At some airports, first class passengers have the own check in line and security line. That makes it nice, especially in Atlanta airport. I think it is more worth it for a transatlantic flight than a domestic flight. Especially for the extra room for such long flights.

On the other hand, I don't think it is worth it for domestic flights. Unless you are just going to get drunk off of the complementary cocktails.