Low-cost lie-flat beds are coming to economy flights: Meet Air New Zealand's $500 'Skynest'

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The author with the Skynest.
I tried the Skynest and thought it was cozy and comfortable. It's pricey, but I'd book it to battle jet lag.

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These 6 airlines offer beds in economy, with prices ranging from $150 to $2,600. Here's how to book them.

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A view of the entire relax row between seats.
The "Relax Row" will give coach travelers a glimpse into what flying business class feels like.

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United is rolling out beds in economy. Here's how the airline's new 'Relax Row' will work.

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United Airlines' Relax Row with a rendering of a blonde woman sleeping.
United coach passengers willing to pay up can soon get a taste of business class in economy.

United Airlines

This new airplane economy-seat concept converts into lie-flat beds

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Ameco's six-seater concept with green seats and three tray tables deployed.
Renderings of the design show several tray tables available.

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I tried Air New Zealand's 'Skynest' and think the cozy bunk bed will be a great sleep option for economy passengers as the carrier continues its long-haul growth

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Laying on Air New Zealand's Skynest.
The author trying out a Skynest demonstrator.

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Air New Zealand's game-changing 'Skynest' will offer bunk beds in economy — but it could cost passengers up to $600 for 4 hours

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Air New Zealand Skynest
Air New Zealand's 'Skynest' will offer bunk beds in economy — but it could cost passengers up to $600 for 4 hours.

Air New Zealand

7 airlines around the world offer lie-flat beds in economy — see what makes this seating arrangement so rare and unique

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ANZ Skycouch.
The "Skycouches" can be cheaper than airline premium economy seating, which typically offers more legroom and better food, but doesn't lie flat.

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