transatlantic · 10h 30m · 9,100 km

Los Angeles to Paris

3 airlines · 3 aircraft ranked

In business class, Delta's Delta One Suite (A350-900) leads the field with a 8.3/10.In premium economy, Air Tahiti Nui's Moana Premium (787-9) edges out the field with a 5.7/10.

How we score → Last updated June 2026

Quick pick

Best business class:strong pick

Fly Delta. It has a wider seat (22" vs 21") and a private suite.

If fares are comparable, this is the better cabin.

Best premium economy:close call

Fly Air Tahiti Nui. It has a wider seat (20.4" vs 18.5").

If fares are comparable, this is the better cabin.

Best economy:close call

Fly Delta. It has a wider seat (18" vs 17").

If prices are similar, go with this one.

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Delta One SuiteDelta · Airbus A350-900 · 2017 cabinBest on route
Suite with door · 1-2-1 · 46" pitchVery reliablePoints: Amex MR
Suite with door + Dine on demand
8.3
Excellent
Seat 8.3·Amenity 8.3
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BusinessAir France · Boeing 777-300ER-AF · 2022 cabin
Lie-flat · 1-2-1 · 46" pitchAvg. reliabilityPremium farePoints: Chase UR, Amex MR, Capital One, Citi TYP, Bilt
7.1
Very good
Seat 6.5·Amenity 7.9
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Poerava BusinessAir Tahiti Nui · Boeing 787-9 · 2018 cabin
Lie-flat · 2-2-2 · 60" pitch · Paid Wi-FiReliable
6.6
Good
Seat 6.3·Amenity 7.0

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Data verified June 2026

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  • In business class, Delta's Delta One Suite (A350-900) leads the field with a 8.3/10.
  • In premium economy, Air Tahiti Nui's Moana Premium (787-9) edges out the field with a 5.7/10.
  • In economy, Delta's Main Cabin (A350-900) edges out the field with a 5.1/10.

Frequently asked

Which is better in business: Delta or Air France on LAX-CDG?

Delta One Suite (Delta Air Lines, A350-900) beats Business (Air France, 777-300ER-AF) in business, scoring 8.3/10 vs 7.1. The deciding factor: a closed suite door vs an open cabin.

Which is better in premium economy: Delta or Air France on LAX-CDG?

Delta Premium Select (Delta Air Lines, A350-900) and Premium Economy (Air France, 777-300ER-AF) score virtually the same in premium economy: 5.5 vs 5.5/10. The biggest gap is seat type — recliner vs recliner — but neither carrier pulls ahead overall.

Which is better in economy: Delta or Air France on LAX-CDG?

Main Cabin (Delta Air Lines, A350-900) and Economy (Air France, 777-300ER-AF) score virtually the same in economy: 5.1 vs 5/10. The biggest gap is seat width — 18"-wide seats vs 17" — but neither carrier pulls ahead overall.

Which is better in business: Delta or Air Tahiti Nui on LAX-CDG?

Delta One Suite (Delta Air Lines, A350-900) beats Poerava Business (Air Tahiti Nui, 787-9) in business, scoring 8.3/10 vs 6.6. The deciding factor: a closed suite door vs an open cabin.

Which is better in premium economy: Delta or Air Tahiti Nui on LAX-CDG?

Delta Premium Select (Delta Air Lines, A350-900) and Moana Premium (Air Tahiti Nui, 787-9) score virtually the same in premium economy: 5.5 vs 5.7/10. The biggest gap is seat width — 20.4"-wide seats vs 18.5" — but neither carrier pulls ahead overall.

Which is better in economy: Delta or Air Tahiti Nui on LAX-CDG?

Main Cabin (Delta Air Lines, A350-900) beats Moana Economy (Air Tahiti Nui, 787-9) in economy, scoring 5.1/10 vs 4.1. The deciding factor: Free Wi-Fi vs Paid Wi-Fi.

Which is better in business: Air France or Air Tahiti Nui on LAX-CDG?

Business (Air France, 777-300ER-AF) edges out Poerava Business (Air Tahiti Nui, 787-9) in business, scoring 7.1/10 vs 6.6. The deciding factor: Free Wi-Fi vs Paid Wi-Fi. Air Tahiti Nui fights back on legroom and bed length.

Which is better in premium economy: Air France or Air Tahiti Nui on LAX-CDG?

Premium Economy (Air France, 777-300ER-AF) and Moana Premium (Air Tahiti Nui, 787-9) score virtually the same in premium economy: 5.5 vs 5.7/10. The biggest gap is seat width — 20.4"-wide seats vs 18.5" — but neither carrier pulls ahead overall.

Which is better in economy: Air France or Air Tahiti Nui on LAX-CDG?

Economy (Air France, 777-300ER-AF) edges out Moana Economy (Air Tahiti Nui, 787-9) in economy, scoring 5/10 vs 4.1. The deciding factor: Free Wi-Fi vs Paid Wi-Fi.

What are the best seats in Delta Delta One Suite on LAX-CDG?

Best: Odd-numbered window seats (1A, 3A, 5A, 7A, 9A and right-side equivalents) are closer to the window and farther from the aisle for maximum privacy. Center pairs with the privacy divider lowered are excellent for couples. Row 1 has the most open space. Avoid: Even-numbered window seats are closer to the aisle with less separation from foot traffic. Rows 8-9 are nearest to the galley between business and premium select. 32 suites with sliding doors and do-not-disturb indicators. 18-inch seatback screens. 4 lavatories for business class, significantly better than the A330-900neo's 2 lavatories. The A350 is considered Delta's flagship long-haul aircraft. Dine-on-demand service on ultra-long-haul routes.

What are the best seats in Delta Delta Premium Select on LAX-CDG?

Best: Row 20 has the most legroom as the bulkhead row with extra separation from the galley. Window doublets (A-B and H-J) are ideal for couples. Row 20 is the clear top pick unless noise sensitivity is a concern. Avoid: Center seats in the 4-abreast middle section (D-E-F-G), especially E and F which have no aisle access. Row 25 may have limited recline near the economy partition. 48 seats across 6 rows in a 2-4-2 layout. Premium amenity kit, adjustable headrest with privacy wings, dedicated flight attendant, and enhanced meal service. The outside doublets avoid the middle-seat problem entirely.

What are the best seats in Delta Main Cabin on LAX-CDG?

Best: Delta Comfort+ rows (approximately 30-35, 36 seats) offer 34 inches of pitch with priority boarding and dedicated bins. Row 30 bulkhead has the most legroom. Avoid: Middle seats in any 3-abreast section on long-haul flights. Last 3 rows near rear galley and lavatories. Seat 55E is consistently rated poorly. 3-3-3 economy layout at 17.4-inch width is the A350's weakest point relative to competitors. 36 seats are Delta Comfort+ with 34-inch pitch. Remaining 190 Main Cabin seats have 31-32 inches of pitch. Complimentary meal service on all international flights. Seatback IFE and USB/AC power throughout. Delta Sync free Wi-Fi.

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

Best: Bulkhead suites in rows 3 and 10 have more space; window seats offer more privacy with door closed Avoid: Seats near galley between cabins; center pair seats are slightly less private Reverse herringbone 1-2-1 with sliding privacy doors on every seat. 79-inch fully flat bed. 17.3-inch 4K anti-glare screen with Bluetooth and noise-reducing headphones. USB, AC, wireless charging. Starlink wifi (paid). Zodiac Rave IFE system.

What are the best seats in Air France Premium Economy on LAX-CDG?

Best: Row 20 bulkhead for extra legroom (bassinet row); window pairs A/B and J/K for couples Avoid: Center block seats D/E/F/G are hardest to exit; last row may have limited recline 2-4-2 layout. 13.3-inch 4K HD anti-glare screen. USB and AC power. Starlink wifi available (paid packages from 8 EUR/hour). Enhanced meal service vs economy.

What are the best seats in Air France Economy on LAX-CDG?

Best: Exit row seats for extra legroom; bulkhead row 30 for more space Avoid: Last rows near lavatories; center seats in 3-4-3 layout 3-4-3 layout. 13.3-inch 4K screen is generous for economy class. USB-A and AC power at every seat. Starlink wifi available. Zodiac Rave IFE system.

What are the best seats in Air Tahiti Nui Poerava Business on LAX-CDG?

Best: Row 1 window seats (1A/1F) for most privacy. Center pairs (D/E) good for couples. Avoid: Row 5 center — close to premium economy curtain. 30 lie-flat seats in 2-2-2 Diamond Parallel layout. All seats have direct aisle access. No doors or suites — designed for couples market. Charles Heidsieck Champagne, multi-course French-Polynesian influenced menu.

What are the best seats in Air Tahiti Nui Moana Premium on LAX-CDG?

Best: Window pairs (A-B, F-G) avoid the center column. Row 10 has extra space. Avoid: Center seats (D) in any row — least privacy. 32 premium economy seats in 2-3-2 layout with adjustable leg rest and foot rest. 38-inch pitch. Amenity kit included. Complimentary meals and alcoholic beverages.

What are the best seats in Air Tahiti Nui Moana Economy on LAX-CDG?

Best: Exit row seats for extra legroom. Window seats forward of wing for views. Avoid: Last three rows near lavatories. Center seats throughout. 232 economy seats in 3-3-3 layout. 31-inch pitch. Complimentary meals and non-alcoholic beverages. USB-A power only (no AC outlet). 11.8-inch seatback IFE.