transatlantic · 10h 30m · 8,132 km

Frankfurt to Denver

2 airlines · 2 aircraft ranked

In business class, Lufthansa's Allegris Business (A350-900) leads the field with a 7.7/10.In premium economy, Lufthansa's Allegris Premium Economy (A350-900) leads the field with a 5.4/10.

How we score → Last updated June 2026

Quick pick

Best business class:strong pick

Fly Lufthansa. It scores higher across seat comfort and amenities.

If fares are comparable, this is the better cabin.

Best premium economy:strong pick

Fly Lufthansa. It scores higher across seat comfort and amenities.

If fares are comparable, this is the better cabin.

Best economy:strong pick

Fly Lufthansa. It has a bigger screen (13" vs 9").

If prices are similar, go with this one.

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Allegris BusinessLufthansa · Airbus A350-900 · 2024 cabinBest on route
Lie-flat · 1-2-1 · 60" pitch · Paid Wi-FiAvg. reliability
Full power outlets + Longer bed
7.7
Very good
Seat 7.6·Amenity 7.9
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PolarisUnited · Boeing 787-10 · 2019 cabin
Lie-flat · 1-2-1 · 78" pitch · Paid Wi-FiReliablePoints: Chase UR, Bilt
6.5
Good
Seat 6.5·Amenity 6.6

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  • In business class, Lufthansa's Allegris Business (A350-900) leads the field with a 7.7/10.
  • In premium economy, Lufthansa's Allegris Premium Economy (A350-900) leads the field with a 5.4/10.
  • In economy, Lufthansa's Allegris Economy (A350-900) leads the field with a 4.7/10.

Frequently asked

Which is better in business: Lufthansa or United on FRA-DEN?

Allegris Business (Lufthansa, A350-900) beats Polaris (United Airlines, 787-10) in business, scoring 7.7/10 vs 6.5. The deciding factor: AC + USB-C vs no power.

Which is better in premium economy: Lufthansa or United on FRA-DEN?

Allegris Premium Economy (Lufthansa, A350-900) edges out Premium Plus (United Airlines, 787-10) in premium economy, scoring 5.4/10 vs 4.5. The deciding factor: AC + USB-C vs no power. United Airlines fights back on seat width.

Which is better in economy: Lufthansa or United on FRA-DEN?

Allegris Economy (Lufthansa, A350-900) beats Economy (United Airlines, 787-10) in economy, scoring 4.7/10 vs 3.4. The deciding factor: USB-C only vs no power.

What are the best seats in Lufthansa Allegris Business on FRA-DEN?

Best: Bulkhead Suite seats in rows 2 and 8 have sliding doors and extra space — 8 of the 38 seats. "Extra Long Bed" variants offer up to 86 inches of bed length. Avoid: "Classic" seats in the center of each cabin section have less privacy than window positions. 38 staggered 1-2-1 seats across 5 sub-types: Suite (8 seats with doors), Extra Space, Privacy (window), Extra Long Bed, and Classic. 18-inch IFE standard, 24-inch on suites. 10-inch control tablet. AKG noise-canceling headphones. L'Occitane amenity kit. Wireless charging at every seat.

What are the best seats in Lufthansa Allegris Premium Economy on FRA-DEN?

Best: Window pairs offer the most privacy. Front row has bulkhead legroom. Avoid: Center block middle seat has no direct aisle access. 24 fixed-shell recliner seats. 15.6-inch IFE. Noise-canceling headphones included. Wireless charging in armrest. Part of the new Allegris cabin overhaul.

What are the best seats in Lufthansa Allegris Economy on FRA-DEN?

Best: Rows 19-20 and exit row 26 offer 34 inches of pitch. 9-abreast (3-3-3) is wider than 10-abreast on 777s. Avoid: Last rows near rear lavatories. Standard 31-inch pitch rows are tight for taller passengers. 201 Recaro economy seats in 9-abreast configuration — wider than typical 777 economy. Select front and exit rows offer 34-inch pitch. Part of the Allegris cabin overhaul.

What are the best seats in United Polaris on FRA-DEN?

Best: Window seats in odd rows (1A, 3A) are closer to the window with more privacy. Avoid: Even-row window seats are closer to the aisle. Same Safran Optima Polaris seat as 787-9 and 777-200ER. 16-inch IFE. Panasonic Ku-band wifi (paid). Saks Fifth Avenue bedding with mattress pad on request.

What are the best seats in United Premium Plus on FRA-DEN?

Best: Window pairs (2 across) avoid the center middle seat. Avoid: Center middle seat in the 3-section. 2-3-2 premium economy (smaller cabin than 777). 13.3-inch IFE with Bluetooth. Enhanced plated meals with alcohol.

What are the best seats in United Economy on FRA-DEN?

Best: Economy Plus rows offer 34-inch pitch vs standard 31-inch. Avoid: Last few rows near lavatories. 3-3-3 economy. 9-inch IFE. Economy Plus available for extra legroom. Panasonic Ku-band wifi (paid).