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The 9 most luxurious first-class cabins in the world

Danielle Muoio

2015-12-23T19:59:00Z

One of the best parts about having expendable money has to be flying in style. After all, being on an airplane can be brutal — especially when your flight stretches over 10 hours.

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But there are better ways to fly than bringing a neck pillow and sleeping pills. Thus, we've rounded up the nine most luxurious flights, catered toward absolute comfort during your entire journey.

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9. British Airway's first-class cabin on the 787-9 Dreamliner features a 23-inch display screen that is controlled with a smartphone-size touchscreen remote control in the seat console.

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Each seat also has two USB ports and a personal locker that comes with a mirror for in-flight touch-ups. A one-way ticket from London to New Delhi will set you back about $5,000.

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8. Air France offers a La Première option, which can cost as much as $10,000 one-way, that comes with a private-suite option where your seat can turn into a bed. You can also take advantage of extra storage areas and personal coat service.

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It offers plenty of room for watching TV or reading.

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7. Qatar Airway's first-class seats, which can cost $5,000 a pop, recline into a flat bed and come with a duvet.

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Customers part of first and business class can take advantage of Qatar Airway's sky lounge, which comes with a curved bar and bar snacks.

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6. Qantas' first-class flights, which cost upward of $15,000, come with some extra privacy, as the reclining chairs are tucked away. Passengers get some pretty nice amenities, including eye cream and pajamas, while flying.

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First-class passengers on select Qantas flights can also view in-flight entertainment in virtual reality.

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And Qantas' first-class travelers can even book an appointment at the airline's lounge spa for a pre-flight massage.

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5. Thai Airways' royal first class comes with private pods that have a minimum width of 21 inches and come with flat-screen TVs. A one-way ticket from New York to Bangkok will set you back about $6,000.

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That much space means you can even comfortably fit a nearby visitor.

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4. First-class fliers on Cathay Pacific Airways, which can cost $28,000 round trip, get their own little pod that can turn into a bed.

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You also get a personal TV, your own pajamas, and an LCD touchscreen that lets you control the lights.

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3. First class on Emirates comes with your own private suite and shower — what more could you want? An 18-hour flight from Abu Dhabi to New York can cost upward of $9,000 one-way.

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You can also take advantage of your own mini bar.

Emirates A380 First Class Private Suite A

The bathroom has a selection of Bulgari toiletries and Timeless Spa products.

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Passengers can also enjoy fresh juice after they've finished their shower.

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2. This bed on Singapore Airlines may actually be better than most at-home mattresses. The beds, 35 inches wide and 82 inches long on select aircraft, have an additional mattress topper to make them extra comfy. A suite costs around $18,400 round trip.

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And if you're not ready to sleep, you can still take advantage of the wide seats.

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You can even get your own private suite on Singapore Airlines.

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1. Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has several luxurious flight options. Those who book the "residence" experience get a personal butler, living room, bathroom, and bedroom. But it'll cost you upward of $30,000 for a one-way ticket.

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The Etihad bathroom comes with toiletries and bathrobes.

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Etihad is just about as luxurious as it gets.

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