The charming flight attendant softly knocks on the door. A champagne flute appears on our table, we lean back, the noble back upholstery whispers softly. A new movie is playing on the flat screen, the selection from the entertainment station was almost too large to choose from. 

The view out the window, however, does not reveal green landscapes or urban city paradises, but a canopy of clouds: we are in a luxury airline. Here the journey itself is the destination.

Besides the luxury airline Qatar , Etihad Airways, Cathay Pacific Airways, Singapore Airlines, Emirates and Air France impress us with their first classes. This is a flight transfer you must have experienced.

Etihad Airways

Spacious, elegant and with excellent service: Etihad Airways from the United Arab Emirates is rightly one of the top airlines in the world. Anyone who believes that business class at Etihad is pure luxury should take a look at the first class . 

A chauffeur takes passengers to priority check-in at the airport; before taking to the skies, they relax and dine in the elegant First Lounge. On board all  amenities that make up a luxury class finally await: starting from the extensive à la carte menu including a boutiquewine list to its own bathroom to the spacious bed in its own séparée. Lean back and relax at several thousand meters of altitude: it's never been so easy.

Web: etihad.com 

Cathay Pacific Airways

Hong Kong's premium airline is world-renowned for its elegant comfort. Stylish interiors, professional staff, pleasant boarding and extravagant spaciousness - what more could you want?

After spending the time before departure in a Oneworld Alliance Lounge of one's choice - because these are included with Cathay - one goes on board: Separate boarding makes the process fast and pleasant, you land in the spacious first class with only six exclusive, private cabins.

Elegant, muted colors, a great entertainment system and a dedicated control panel for adjusting the seats are just some of the on-board amenities. The bed is controlled by the staff, here you sleep like on clouds. Cathay does not disappoint in terms of cuisine either; the star cuisine is impressive. Here, luxury is clearly not a castle in the air.

Web: cathaypacific.com

Singapore Airlines

The Asian airline of the Star Alliance climbs to the top 5 of the best airlines in the world every year. And not without reason, because Singapore stands for luxury air travel across all classes. The Suite Class on board the A380 is particularly impressive.

This upgrade to First Class makes travelers' hearts beat faster. The golden ticket grants access to the exclusive SilverKris Loungebefore proceeding to priority boarding. In the Suite Class spacious, private cabins are waiting to provide a journey above and as if on clouds.

Tufted carpeting and leather-clad shelves, a modern entertainment system with 32-inch HD touchscreen monitor, the large, comfortable bed and Dom Perignon served ice cold to the culinary offer - all this and much more makes the stay an experience.

Web: singaporeair.com

Emirates

Emirates from Dubai is not only the largest airline in the Middle East, but also known for highest luxury above the clouds. From entertainment and culinary delights to service, Emirates specializes in making transfers a unique travel experience - in all classes. The Emirates First Class is therefore all the more luxurious.

Classy: Culinary servicewhenever you want. One's own shower for absolute freshness. The Lounge bar just around the corner. An exceedingly comfortable bed, with direct window view to the passing clouds. And outstanding service. In the First Class of Emirates one can look forward to a flight experience almost like in a private jet . 

Web: emirates.com

Air France

With the exclusive La Première , AirFrance created a class that carries travelers through the skies in elegant luxury. In combination with the outstanding service, the french Airline easily deserves a place in the top 5 list of best airlines.

Not many airlines still offer private chauffeurs-AirFrance is one of the few airlines that does not deny this service to its customers. It almost goes without saying that, after a short stay in La Première Lounge, the Priority boarding is also included with the French airline. 

Hotspot La Première one takes in one of only four closed First Class Suites in the Boing 777-300 seat. Memory foam seats in subtle shades provide absolute comfort and can be easily converted into reclining beds. Gourmet dishes according to French recipes, Champagne and Amenity kits with Carita beauty products perfectly round off the luxurious flight. Those who want to feel especially comfortable snuggle up in the cotton bathrobe and slip into comfortable slippers. Here, time flies by.

Web: airfrance.at