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Is premium seats worth it with TUI?

It raises the ultimate question, “Is Tui Premium worth it?” Well, we say yes, particularly for special occasions. Sometimes treating yourselves is necessary, especially during long-haul flights. Check out all the perks of Tui Premium in our review below.



Upgrading to Premium seating on TUI’s 787 Dreamliner is generally considered a high-value investment for long-haul travelers in 2026 who prioritize comfort and a stress-free airport experience. The upgrade provides a significant physical advantage: seats are roughly 20 inches wide with a 38-inch pitch, offering about six inches more legroom and four inches more width than standard economy. Beyond the seat itself, the value is bolstered by "ground" perks such as priority check-in, fast-track security, and airport lounge access on outbound flights from the UK. Once onboard, you are greeted with a glass of Prosecco, followed by a four-course meal and an amenity kit from brands like Rituals. You also receive noise-reducing headphones and a more generous 25kg checked luggage allowance. For many, the ability to board first and disembark quickly, combined with the extra "wiggle room" during a 10-hour flight to Florida or Mexico, makes the additional cost well worth it to arrive at the destination feeling more rested and less physically taxed by the journey.

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It raises the ultimate question, “Is Tui Premium worth it?” Well, we say yes, particularly for special occasions. Sometimes treating yourselves is necessary, especially during long-haul flights. Check out all the perks of Tui Premium in our review below.

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Depending on where you're going, you may also find business class and premium economy seating. No matter your fare class, you will be able to choose a seat from the available selection, though how much you'll pay and the associated fees will differ according to your ticket and various other factors.

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It really depends on what value you and your travelling companions put on the perks the upgrade offers. The only difference in the premium cabin on shorthaul is the number of seats. The seat pitch remains the same as the premium pitch. Extra legroom seats are normally 34 as opposed to the 38 you had.

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The Dreamliner has a cabin width of exactly 18 feet (5.5 metres), which just happens to be 15 inches (38 centimetres) narrower than the B-777. If you install seating in a 2-4-2 eight abreast layout, then your economy class passengers are even better off than on a B777 in nine abreast.

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Long haul flights: You'll get a main meal and light refreshment offered before landing, both included in the price. Your main meal will be served with a complimentary soft, hot or alcoholic drink.

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Complimentary meals are included with all our long-haul flights. Menus vary depending on your destination and flight time, and all meals are followed by a hot drink. We'll also pass through the cabin with complimentary bar services offering soft, hot and alcoholic drinks of your choice.

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3A & K: These are the official C-W-S recommended seats. They have a little extra room, and direct aisle access, as well as good window views. 6A & J: These are recommended, as they are the longest, and offer the greatest legroom, as well as being ideally positioned for getting off the aircraft.

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Boeing 777-300 and 787-9 Dreamliner Enjoy more legroom with the largest seat pitch in its class and relax with 50% more recline than Economy. We have customised a beautifully comfortable ink coloured luxury leather seat with generous armrests, a leg rest and foot support.

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The defect is a small, paper-thin gap in the attachment, Boeing said. Such gaps are typically plugged using a filler known as a shim. The shims in the attachment were incorrectly sized so that the gap exceeded the five-thousandths of an inch allowable in the specification.

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How much more expensive is Premium Economy vs Economy? Naturally, the price difference depends on which route and airline you're flying with, but typically you'd expect to pay around 30% more than for a Premium Economy ticket.

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