transatlantic · 9h 20m · 7,985 km

Dallas to Paris

2 airlines · 2 aircraft ranked

In business class, Air France's La Business (787-9) leads the field with a 7.1/10.In premium economy, Air France's Voyageur Premium (787-9) leads the field with a 6.0/10.

How we score → Last updated June 2026

Quick pick

Best business class:strong pick

Fly Air France. It scores higher across seat comfort and amenities.

If fares are comparable, this is the better cabin.

Best premium economy:strong pick

Fly Air France. It has 2 more inches of legroom.

If fares are comparable, this is the better cabin.

Best economy:strong pick

Fly Air France. It scores higher across seat comfort and amenities.

If prices are similar, go with this one.

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La BusinessAir France · Boeing 787-9 · 2020 cabinBest on route
Lie-flat · 1-2-1 · 42" pitch · Paid Wi-FiAvg. reliabilityPremium farePoints: Chase UR, Amex MR, Capital One, Citi TYP, Bilt
Full power outlets + Longer bed + Mattress pad
7.1
Very good
Seat 6.8·Amenity 7.5
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Flagship BusinessAmerican · Boeing 777-200ER · 2015 cabin
Lie-flat · 1-2-1 · 75" pitch · Paid Wi-FiAvg. reliabilityPoints: Citi TYP
5.9
Average
Seat 5.9·Amenity 6.0

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  • In business class, Air France's La Business (787-9) leads the field with a 7.1/10.
  • In premium economy, Air France's Voyageur Premium (787-9) leads the field with a 6.0/10.
  • In economy, Air France's Voyageur (787-9) leads the field with a 4.4/10.

Frequently asked

Which is better in business: American or Air France on DFW-CDG?

La Business (Air France, 787-9) beats Flagship Business (American Airlines, 777-200ER) in business, scoring 7.1/10 vs 5.9. The deciding factor: AC outlet vs no power.

Which is better in premium economy: American or Air France on DFW-CDG?

Voyageur Premium (Air France, 787-9) beats Premium Economy (American Airlines, 777-200ER) in premium economy, scoring 6/10 vs 4.5. The deciding factor: AC outlet vs no power.

Which is better in economy: American or Air France on DFW-CDG?

Voyageur (Air France, 787-9) edges out Economy (American Airlines, 777-200ER) in economy, scoring 4.4/10 vs 3.6. The deciding factor: AC outlet vs USB-A only.

What are the best seats in American Flagship Business on DFW-CDG?

Best: True window seats in odd rows for best privacy. Avoid: Even-row window seats face the aisle. Concept D herringbone — direct aisle access but no door. Pre-retrofit; Flagship Suite upgrade scheduled 2027+. 18-inch IFE is larger than 787 variant.

What are the best seats in American Premium Economy on DFW-CDG?

Best: Window pairs for 2-across privacy. Avoid: Inner center seats. 2-4-2 layout. 12-inch IFE. Enhanced meals with alcohol.

What are the best seats in American Economy on DFW-CDG?

Best: Main Cabin Extra rows for extra pitch. Avoid: Last rows near lavatories. 3-4-3 economy. 10.6-inch IFE. Main Cabin Extra available for additional legroom.

What are the best seats in Air France La Business on DFW-CDG?

Best: Window seats offer the most privacy. Row 1 bulkhead has extra space. Odd-row windows are "throne" seats further from the aisle. Avoid: Center pairs share a footwell area — less private than window seats. Last row is closest to the premium economy cabin. 30 reverse herringbone 1-2-1 seats. Safran Cirrus (older generation — not the Cirrus II on 777s). 16-inch swivel-mount IFE. Sofitel mattress pad, Clarins amenity kit, slippers included. Deutz Champagne. WiFi is Panasonic Ku-band, paid from €12/hr.

What are the best seats in Air France Voyageur Premium on DFW-CDG?

Best: Window pairs are best for couples. Front row has bulkhead legroom. Avoid: Center block middle seat (D) has no aisle access. Headphones provided are fragile. 21 seats in 2-3-2 layout. 12-inch IFE. 3-course meal on china plus pre-arrival snack. Noise-canceling headphones included. Amenity kit with eye mask, socks, toothbrush.

What are the best seats in Air France Voyageur on DFW-CDG?

Best: Exit row seats have extra legroom. 9-abreast (3-3-3) on 787 is more comfortable than 10-abreast on 777. Avoid: Last rows near rear lavatories. No headphones provided — bring your own. 228 economy seats in 9-abreast. 11-inch seatback IFE. 787 Dreamliner features larger windows, higher cabin pressure, and lower humidity than older aircraft. AC outlet and USB-A at every seat.