Here are 10 of the best economy cabins for international flights

A Conde Nast Traveler guide highlights economy cabins that aim to improve comfort on international routes, citing built-in footrests, thicker cushioning, and 4K entertainment screens. The magazine frames the trend as airlines rethinking economy seating on their longest flights, adjusting legroom pitch, seat width, and design features to make better use of space. The article also notes that some aircraft offer distinctive layouts, including a “secret” economy cabin on an upper deck. Among the first 10 cabins listed are JetBlue’s Airbus A321 and Japan Airlines’ Airbus A350-1000, alongside several widebody experiences. Emirates operates the Airbus A380, and Qantas uses the Boeing 787-9 on routes serving the San Francisco Bay Area. The ranking continues with carriers including Singapore Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, Delta, Swiss, and Cathay Pacific.