A video documenting what it actually looks and feels like to fly in a first-class suite aboard a Singapore Airlines Airbus A380 has gone viral, and for good reason. The ticket price alone is enough to stop anyone in their tracks, coming in at roughly $13,000 for a single seat. The man behind the footage is Antoine, a Canadian content creator who goes by @Loungeguru on TikTok and currently lives in Dubai. He spoke with Newsweek about the experience, explaining that travel content is something he treats as a serious side project alongside his day job in marketing.
What makes Antoine’s video particularly compelling is that there were no sponsorships or loyalty program perks involved. “This seat I paid for with my own money, with no discounts and no loyalty programs,” he told Newsweek, adding plainly, “Without a doubt, it’s the most expensive ticket I’ve ever bought.” He kept the specific route private but confirmed that the flight operated on a route where the airline’s full suite product is available. The regular going rate for that cabin, he noted, runs around $13,000.
When asked what left the biggest impression on him, Antoine did not hesitate. “The amount of personal space,” he said, describing the suite as so thoughtfully and precisely designed that passengers feel as though they have their own private residence in the air. He pointed out that the space is generous enough to walk around comfortably, knock out a few push-ups, or even use a VR headset without ever feeling cramped. From a purely engineering standpoint, he found it genuinely remarkable. You can watch video here.
Beyond the sheer size of the suite, two other elements stood out strongly. The bed, he explained, felt like a real hotel bed complete with quality linens, proper pillows, and a duvet rather than a reclining seat doing its best impression of one. “But number one was the crew,” he said. “The attention to detail was on another level. They were incredibly kind and present, yet completely unobtrusive. That, to me, is the definition of luxury.” He described moments where the crew anticipated his preferences before he even voiced them, such as delivering a smoothie almost instantly upon request and freely pouring Cristal champagne, a bottle of which retails for over $400.
In the video description, Antoine called the overall experience “the pinnacle of first-class flying” and one that “set a new standard for luxury air travel.” From the moment he boarded, he noted a calm, composed, and deeply personal atmosphere throughout the cabin. The suite itself was described as a private hotel room in the sky, complete with a separate bed, a lounge chair, and strong privacy from other passengers. Rather than simply handing him a menu, the crew walked him through all available dining options and helped curate a personalized dinner. Passengers also receive a premium amenity kit, and Antoine described the onboard lavatory as a “five-star spa at around 37,000 feet.”
As for the central question of whether it is all worth the price tag, Antoine acknowledged that the answer depends entirely on one’s perspective. “‘Value’ is subjective, but for an aviation enthusiast, this experience is absolutely worth $10,000,” he concluded. He also drew comparisons to other leading carriers, noting that when measured against the first-class offerings from rivals like Emirates or even the pricier Air France La Première product, the Singapore Airlines suite distinguishes itself through an unmatched combination of privacy and personalized service. “If having your own little sanctuary in the sky matters to you,” he said, “this is it.”
Singapore Airlines has long been regarded as one of the world’s premier carriers and has consistently ranked at or near the top of global airline quality surveys. The airline’s Airbus A380 first-class suites were first introduced in 2008 and were redesigned in 2017 to offer even more space and a fully flat bed that converts into a double bed when two adjoining suites are booked together, known as the “double bed” configuration. The A380 itself is the world’s largest commercial passenger aircraft, built by Airbus and capable of carrying over 500 passengers in a typical multi-class layout. Singapore Airlines operates the plane on several of its longest and highest-demand international routes, making the first-class suite product available to travelers willing to pay a significant premium for what the airline markets as an uncompromising travel experience at cruising altitude.
Have you ever flown business or first class on a long-haul flight, and do you think a $13,000 ticket could ever be worth it? Share your thoughts in the comments.
