Lufthansa Premium Economy in the Airbus A330-300 to Dubai

We spent a long time searching for a destination for our annual holiday. Bali and Washington D.C. were on our list. Due to the better availability of Miles & More award flights, we finally opted for the United Arab Emirates. You can read about our Lufthansa Premium Economy flight to Dubai on the Airbus A330 in our flight review.

How did we book our flight?

As mentioned in the introduction to this trip report, we decided to book our flight using Miles & More award miles. Using award miles for flights is often a smart way to reduce travel costs. After diligently collecting miles, it was finally time to use them for our long-awaited vacation.

Booking with award miles is inexpensive, but it's important to know that taxes and fees also apply in addition to the miles. In our case, these extra costs amounted to around €1,000. These fees depend on the type of booking and can vary depending on the destination, airline, and route. They cover various aspects of the flight service, including security fees, airport charges, and fuel surcharges.

Arrival in Frankfurt

After our connecting flight from Leipzig on a Bombardier CRJ-1000 (operated by Air Nostrum), a longer walk from Terminal 1A to Terminal 1B, we went to the Lufthansa Senator Lounge B (Lounge reviewOver a warm lunch and a Moscow Mule, the one-hour layover flew by. A quarter of an hour before departure, we packed our things and made our way to our departure gate, B33.

Note: Lounge access is unfortunately not included in the Lufthansa Premium Economy fare. However, due to my frequent flyer status, we were able to visit the Senator Lounge at Frankfurt Airport.

Boarding of flight LH630 to Dubai

Arriving at Gate B33, a bus gate, we found it rather chaotic. The waiting area was far too small for the number of passengers. We fought our way through to the boarding pass check with our son and were immediately allowed through. After folding up our stroller, we went down to the bus. After another five-minute wait, it finally started moving. The Lufthansa A330-300 (registration D-AIKO) was parked at apron position V166.

What is the cabin and seat like in Lufthansa Premium Economy on the Airbus A330-300?

Thanks to priority boarding, we were taken to the A330 on the first bus and were therefore almost the first on board. This allowed me to explore the Lufthansa Premium Economy cabin undisturbed. Since the cabin was still largely empty, I had the opportunity to photograph the details and amenities of this premium class without disturbing other passengers.

Even in Lufthansa Premium Economy Class, there is no entitlement to priority boarding. Passengers without frequent flyer status board normally with the Economy Class passengers.

Lufthansa's Premium Economy cabin spanned rows 15 to 19 and was located behind the smaller of the two Business Class compartments. The four rows of Premium Economy seats were arranged in a comfortable 2-3-2 configuration. This meant that each row had one fewer seat than Economy Class, allowing for a more spacious feel. In total, Premium Economy offered 28 comfortable seats, which, although only separated from Economy Class by a discreet sign, represented a noticeable upgrade in terms of comfort and spaciousness.

But where is the best seat in Lufthansa Premium Economy on the Airbus A330? The best seats are in row 15, the first row of Premium Economy. Directly behind the partition to Business Class, you have ample legroom and can stand up comfortably without disturbing the passenger in the next seat.

We were seated in the middle section, in seats 16D to E. A blanket, a pillow, basic headphones, and a small amenity kit were already laid out on the gray fabric seat. I found the seat very comfortable. It was very well padded and much wider than an economy class seat. The legroom, at approximately 97 cm, was ample enough for me (at 1.83 m tall) to easily cross my legs. The headrest was adjustable, and the wide center armrests offered every passenger plenty of comfort and space. The seatback reclined very far (approximately 130°). When the seatback was adjusted, it also moved forward, which further enhanced the comfort.

Each seat had its own power outlet and USB port. The 110V socket was located in the lower part of the armrest, and the USB port was integrated into the monitor. The center armrest also housed the table, which, unlike the usual fold-out type, was a single, very sturdy piece. It was perfectly adequate for working or eating. In addition, each seat had a water bottle holder (integrated into the seat in front) and a storage compartment for newspapers, magazines, or a security card.

What food and drinks are available in Lufthansa Premium Economy on the Airbus A330-300?

At each seat in Lufthansa Premium Economy, there was a bottle of still water and a small amenity kit from the French fashion company Cerruti 1881 upon boarding. This contained a toothbrush, a sleep mask, earplugs, a refreshing wipe and a pair of simple grey socks.

After successful boarding, we were warmly welcomed with a refreshing welcome drink. Served in a simple plastic cup, it was a refreshing orange juice with a hint of mint. No alternative was offered, but the juice was really delicious.

After takeoff, we were offered a round of drinks, this time including alcoholic options. For lunch, we in Lufthansa Premium Economy had the same selection as in Economy Class. The main difference was that, unlike the Economy passengers, we could choose from a printed menu.

After takeoff, we were offered a round of drinks, this time including alcoholic options. For lunch in Lufthansa Premium Economy, we had the same choices as in Economy Class. The starter was a seasonal salad with sun-dried tomato strips and Italian dressing. For the main course, we had the choice between strips of beef in a sweet and sour sauce on orzo risoni with diced vegetables or yellow penne in a wild garlic sauce. I opted for the beef strips and was very happy with my choice. For dessert, according to the menu, there was a crème brûlée with almond brittle. It was delicious, but its consistency was more like a vanilla pudding! To accompany my meal, I chose a German Riesling, this time served by the glass, and a water.

About 80 minutes before landing, there was a second service. The choice was between a slice of rye bread with cheese, as served on short-haul flights, or a wrap with pastrami. Since I'd already eaten quite a few slices of rye bread on my frequent short-haul flights within Europe, I opted for the wrap this time. It was quite tasty.

Our son received a children's menu for both meals, which we had pre-ordered online. We would like to extend our sincere thanks to the flight attendants who brought him his food individually between the two meal services.

In summary, the service during the flight was very attentive. We certainly didn't lack for drinks. However, I found it disappointing that the cabin lights were dimmed almost the entire time, making it very dark for a daytime flight.

What is the in-flight entertainment like in Lufthansa Premium Economy on the Airbus A330-300?

The personal entertainment screen in the seatback is approximately 12 inches. It can be operated either via the remote control or the touchscreen. In Premium Economy, Lufthansa offers the same selection of movies, TV series, music, and games as in all other classes. I personally found the selection perfectly adequate.

Like many Lufthansa aircraft, this Airbus A330-300 is equipped with Wi-Fi, which can be accessed via the FlyNet portal. At €29, the internet access was a bit too expensive for our 6-hour flight, so we can't comment on speed or availability.

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