Is there a dress code for flying first class?

So is there a first class dress code? Generally not, but even if an airline doesn't have a dress code for business or first class, you should always consider the purpose of your trip, who you're traveling with, and whether you're flying for free on an employee guest pass before deciding what to wear.



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Airlines expressly forbid certain types of clothes – or lack of clothes – in their ticket contract. American Airlines has a section in its conditions of carriage that require passengers to behave appropriately and respectfully and dress appropriately, which means no bare feet or offensive clothing.

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No dress code except for staff flying on non-rev tickets. In my experience most other passengers will be dressed casually as comfort during the flight is a high priority.

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Pajamas. Some first-class flyers on luxury airlines may receive a set of pajamas to wear on their flight. As airlines cannot reuse these pajamas, these pajamas are yours to keep after the flight, according to David Adler, founder and CEO of The Travel Secret.

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Some airlines may provide pillows only in certain cabin classes, such as business or first class. In addition to pillows, airlines may offer other in-flight amenities to make passengers more comfortable during the flight, such as blankets, eye masks, earplugs, and slippers.

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Which planes have onboard showers? The only commercial aircraft that features a shower onboard is the Airbus A380 superjumbo. Shower suites are located on the upper deck in front of the First Class cabin. The shower suites also include a toilet, sink and ample space to change clothes.

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Can you use the shower spa as a bathroom as well? Yes, when the shower suites aren't in use, they absolutely can be used as bathrooms as well. Emirates has three bathrooms in A380 first class, including the two shower suites at the front of the cabin, plus there's a smaller bathroom behind the cabin.

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They're the obvious comfy choice of clothing for a long flight - but next time you're heading on a break, you should think twice about wearing leggings for your flight. According to one aviation expert, they are one of the most dangerous things a passenger could wear if an emergency occurs onboard.

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What to expect when flying first or business class
  • Priority check-in, security and boarding.
  • Premium seats, including more space and lie-flat beds.
  • Lounge access.
  • Complimentary alcoholic beverages and enhanced food options.
  • Amenity kits.
  • Dedicated overhead space for your carry-on luggage.


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While they encourage passengers to use the lavatory in their ticketed cabin, coach passengers may use the first class lavatory to reduce crowding in the aisle and at the back of the aircraft.

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Using the First Class lavatory for convenience
In some cases, the crew will let Economy passengers use the First Class lavatory just as a matter of convenience. No urgency needed. The proper etiquette here is probably for only Economy passengers sitting near the First Class cabin to do this.

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The flat bed in long-haul business and first class cabins is now taken for granted. Most airlines offer this, and have for some time. Layout and quality differ, of course, but the ability to lie flat (or almost flat in some cases) is certainly now the norm.

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So is there a first class dress code? Generally not, but even if an airline doesn't have a dress code for business or first class, you should always consider the purpose of your trip, who you're traveling with, and whether you're flying for free on an employee guest pass before deciding what to wear.

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In other words, smart-casual is a good rule of thumb to follow when deciding what to wear in an airport lounge. This means being neat and presentable without being too formal. However, you will find that there are several airport lounges that don't care what you wear as long as you're not offending anyone.

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Hi, Trainers are absolutely fine to wear in the lounge. We do not accept any football/ rugby or sports wear in the lounge.

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How to Sleep on Long Flights like First Class
  1. Noise cancelling headphones for sleep and sanity. ...
  2. The perfect travel pillow for plane sleep. ...
  3. An eye mask as that soothing extra sleep touch. ...
  4. Slippers for swollen feet and to signal nighttime. ...
  5. Foot hammock to get some type of recline. ...
  6. Staying warm and get some sleepy pressure.


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And several airlines that do provide pillows and blankets also reuse them. But reps from those airlines told us that the items are laundered and repackaged between uses to eliminate any health concerns.

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