What perks do you get in Premium Economy on Air Canada?

Premium Economy Class
  • Greater recline (17.8 cm/7 in) and a larger seat compared to Economy Class. ...
  • A comfortable 96.5 cm (38 in) seat pitch with ample room to stretch out.
  • A next generation entertainment system* featuring your own personal touch-screen TV. ...
  • Hundreds of hours of top-rated on-demand entertainment.




Air Canada's Premium Economy offers a distinct middle-ground experience between Economy and Business Class, focusing on "high-fidelity" comfort and efficiency. On board, the primary perk is the seat itself, which provides significantly more legroom (38 inches of pitch), a deeper recline, and a wider cushion compared to standard economy. Passengers receive a dedicated meal service served on fine chinaware with real glassware and cutlery, accompanied by premium wines and spirits. On the ground, the benefits are equally significant: travelers enjoy Priority Check-in, Priority Boarding (Zone 2), and Priority Baggage Handling, ensuring your bags are among the first on the carousel. You also get an increased baggage allowance of two checked bags. While it does not include complimentary Maple Leaf Lounge access (unless you hold specific Elite status or a premium credit card), the overall experience is designed to reduce travel fatigue and provide a more seamless airport journey, making it an excellent choice for long-haul international flights.

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Extra legroom is the primary draw to premium economy, but depending on the airline, you may also receive wider seats, deeper recline, upgraded food and beverage service, an amenity kit and priority service at the airport.

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Extra legroom is the primary draw to premium economy, but depending on the airline, you may also receive wider seats, deeper recline, upgraded food and beverage service, an amenity kit and priority service at the airport.

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Question: Can you sleep in premium economy? Answer: While passengers cannot lie flat in premium economy seats, the adjustable headrest, as well as extra legroom and reclined seats, make for a comfortable journey. Additionally, many airlines offer comfortable blankets and pillows for a relaxing time.

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Do you get lounge access with Air Canada premium economy? Air Canada premium economy tickets do not include lounge access. That said—Aeroplan Elite members have access to all Air Canada Maple Leaf and Star Alliance member's lounges no matter what fare they're flying.

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Priority check-in and boarding: American Airlines premium economy passengers can use the Priority check-in line and board during Group 4 priority boarding.

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The food on offer in Premium Economy also gets an upgrade, with passengers likely to receive free drinks and a choice of dishes served on proper plates rather than disposable trays. If, like me, you're a fan of in-flight amenity kits, it's worth noting that some airlines offer the same kits as in Business Class.

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Priority services: Air Canada premium economy passengers get priority check-in, boarding and baggage handling. Two checked bags: Air Canada premium economy passengers can check two standard-sized, standard-weight bags at no additional cost.

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Comfort Class is simply one of the various economy options. Economy does come in 4 different 'flavours', with various things (luggage, seat selection, flexibility, etc.) included or not. Premium Economy is physically a bigger/better seat.

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You can complete your Last Minute Upgrade Purchase:
  1. At Web Check-in, or on your mobile device within the 24-hour period prior to departure and, at least: 45 minutes prior to departure for flights within Canada; ...
  2. At a self-service Check-in Kiosk, within the 12-hour period prior to departure and, at least:


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Enjoy: Complimentary light snacks and alcoholic/non-alcoholic beverages, including beer on tap, cappuccino and espresso. Wide selection of newspapers and magazines.

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