Top UK First Class Cabins

In your world, is time wasted money lost? Or do you have all the time and money in the world? Either way, Essential Travel presents luxury first class cabins that meet the needs of time-sensitive business deals and the human desire for pampering and pleasure. Enjoy sleep comfort, endless entertainment, restaurant quality dining and all the business amenities you could want thousands of feet above ground. Here’s our picks for the best first class aeroplane cabins in the UK today.

Upper Class Suite - Atlantic Airlines (Virgin Atlantic)

With their first class suites boldly advertised as “the next best thing to home”, Atlantic Airlines had a lot to prove, but they delivered. Sink into 22” wide seats that allow you to recline from the moment you board, without the need of sitting upright at any point during the flight. For added comfort, the seat transforms into a 6’6” long flat bed at the touch of a button. You’d need plenty of space for a bed that long and yet this suite is spacious enough to include room for an ottoman and large manoeuvrable table too. Each suite also has easy access to the aisle so there’ll be no bruised toes and a half-dozen excuse mes.

For entertainment you have a big screen TV with an extensive choice of movies, TV series and games, and if you want to seek company outside your suite, the onboard bar is the perfect location. Those keen on working in-flight have access to power and a USB dock to which you can connect any device, and with Atlantic's special AeroMobile system you can make and receive calls from your own mobile phone. Mood lighting, stylish red furnishing and Swarovski crystal accents assure you that you’re being treated to opulence.

There's plenty of legroom in Atlantic Airline's first class cabin.

First Suite - British Airways

When British Airways proclaimed their first class cabins as “the finest way to travel”, we had to investigate. This aeroplane also boasts a 6'6" fat bed but sweetens the experience with a quilted mattress, white cotton duvet & matching pillow. Passengers also receive deliciously soft complimentary cotton pyjamas to guarantee a good night's rest. After your snooze, freshen up using the airline's special premium skincare range which includes everything from moisturisers to lip balm.

The work-inclined have a personal power supply and USB port to charge all electronic devices, with an RCA jack so you can enjoy your personal entertainment on their 15" TV screen. In-flight entertainment is provided in the form of endless hours of the latest movies, documentaries, music, audio-books and games - all of which is yours through noise cancelling headphones. It truly is a fine way to travel, wrapped in the sophistication of British designs.

The cozy confines of the first class cabins are perfect for resting.

First Class - Emirates

If you value personal space, the private first class suites of Emirates would be your sanctuary. Each suite comes has a sliding door and privacy divider to shield you from unwanted eyes. To chase away cabin fever, you're supplied with a personal mini-bar, adjustable lighting and your own vanity table, mirror and wardrobe. When sleep comes calling, the flight crew simply converts your seat to a fully flat bed.

With Emirates you'll dine on Royal Doulton fine bone china using exclusive Robert Welch cutlery in your suite or at the on-board lounge. And after your meal, get pampered in their deluxe Shower Spa with a toiletries made from natural ingredients. Enjoy some in-flight entertainment before bed on your personal touchscreen TV that offers movies, tv programmes, music and games from around the world, along with the latest news stories so you miss nothing. Work or leisure - it's all an absolute pleasure with Emirates.

Incredible privacy and interior opulence is found with Emirates.

Falcon Gold Cabin - Gulf Air

For "authentic Arabian hospitality" and absolute luxury travelling with children, Gulf Air has everything you need. Besides the expected state-of-the-art flat bed, 15.4" TV, limitless entertainment and noise cancelling headphones, this airline makes a special Sky Nanny available to all parents, giving you plenty of time to indulge in the numerous other in-flight features.

Sit back in their spacious seating area and treat yourself to the built-in massage feature while enjoying panoramic views. Or escape into the "Quiet Room" and take a bite of pure privacy. Speaking of food, Gulf Air provides its first class passengers with a five star meal by their multi-award winning Sky Chef. Snack while working in our technology savvy business centre or make use of wireless internet access in your cabin. Work and play is made easy when Gulf Air keeps kids happy and occupied.

Get 5 star food and quiet time on board Gulf Air.

First Class - Lufthansa

With Skytrax's five star award for outstanding comfort and comprehensive service, you're in for a treat on first class travels using Lufthansa. Get fantastic body support and enjoy intuitive controls in Lufthansa seats, which unfold into fully flat two metre long beds, complete with a mattress topper, hotel quality duvet and pillow. Passengers also receive their exclusive amenity kit of travel essentials, and every bathroom is stocked with high-quality toiletries.

Peruse their huge video collection from your seat or bed, available in eight different languages, or browse through the entire list of magazines, music, games and audio-books. You'll also have access to 30 radio stations and an in-flight selection of newspapers, both local and international, so you won't miss a beat of world. And keep in touch with friends, family or colleagues by plugging your laptop into the provided power socket. Get convenience at your fingertips with Lufthansa.

Enjoy the comfort and comprehensive service that drew Skytrax attention.