Is First Class Worth It In 2026?

As business class products become ever more luxurious, is it still worth the upgrade to first class?

I flew first class with Delta for the first time, and 10 things surprised me

I flew first class with Delta for the first time. I was surprised by the food, in-seat amenities, and bathroom products.
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I paid $500 to fly first class with Delta for the first time. It was great, but not worth the upgrade for a 3-hour trip.

I flew first class with Delta for the first time from NYC to West Palm Beach, Florida. My $500 ticket included Sky Priority service, two checked bags, breakfast, and a stellar seat. I felt like a VIP ...
Upscale Adventuring on MSN

I fly a lot for work and travel — is Alaska Airlines first class worth it?

When I booked my first-ever flight with Alaska Airlines, I noticed that trading up to first class on my return flight from ...
The Points Guy

End of the golden age: Qantas restricts Emirates first-class award seats and raises prices

Qantas is restricting Emirates first-class awards, adding a status requirement and raising Qantas points prices. Here’s ...
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Jet rentals vs. first-class tickets: When each makes sense for corporate travel

The private jets charter market is forecasted to reach $29.38 billion in 2025 and $11.9 billion by 2033. Its typical customers are business executives, wealthy individuals, and group travelers who can ...
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I paid $500 to fly first class with Delta for the first time. It was great, but not worth the upgrade for a 3-hour trip.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Business Insider's reporter spent three hours in Delta's first class cabin while flying from NYC to West Palm Beach, Florida.Joey ...