Underrated Airlines That Offer First-Class Comfort at Economy Prices

27. Air Tahiti Nui

Flying to French Polynesia doesn’t have to mean flying basic. Air Tahiti Nui’s Poerava Business Class offers a boutique, Polynesian-inspired experience with lie-flat seats, French-Pacific cuisine, and colorful cabin design that feels like vacation in the sky. The airline has updated its fleet with Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners, enhancing comfort and reducing noise. Though routes are limited, fares between Los Angeles and Tahiti can be competitive—especially during off-peak periods or with strategic mileage use. For those eyeing the South Pacific, this is the most direct, elegant, and affordable luxury route there is.