Singapore Airlines Unveils Largest Double Bed in the Sky

Singapore Airlines will introduce what it claims is the largest double bed in commercial aviation, as part of a $1.6 billion redesign of its premium cabins set to debut from the second half of 2027. The new first-class bed, designed for two passengers traveling together, measures 80 inches (203cm) long and 60 inches (152cm) wide, matching the size of a standard queen bed in the US and exceeding the width of beds offered by competitors such as Emirates and Etihad Airways.

The double bed is formed by joining two adjoining first-class seats, and comes prepared with a mattress topper from German luxury bedding specialist Paradies, cotton sheets, a duvet, and a choice of pillows. Passengers can also convert the seats into a two-person sofa when not sleeping, while curved sliding doors and retractable dividers provide additional privacy. Each suite will have leather seats by Poltrona Frau, a wardrobe for personal items, a separate table for dining, and a 32-inch ultra-high-definition screen for entertainment.

The upgrade is part of a wider effort by Singapore Airlines to regain ground in the luxury travel market, where rivals have accelerated their own cabin enhancements. Emirates began a $5 billion retrofit program in 2022, and Air France has introduced a redesigned first-class product, while British Airways is working on new first-class cabins for its A380s. Brendan Sobie, an independent aviation analyst, said, “Singapore Airlines’ rivals have been faster in terms of the upgrades to their products and more aggressive in positioning themselves at the top end of the market.”

Singapore Airlines A380-800 flying at Narita International Airport — Photo: Kentaro Iemoto from Tokyo, Japan / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 2.0 (cropped)

Singapore Airlines will install the new first-class suites across its fleet of Boeing 777-9 and 41 retrofitted Airbus A350-900 aircraft, including ultra-long-range variants. The A350s will receive first-class cabins for the first time. Across the fleet, there will be a total of 10 first-class seats, with four on each A350 and six on each 777.

Business-class passengers will also see changes, with redesigned seats offering sliding privacy doors, improved lumbar support, and fully flat beds. Selected adjoining business-class seats can be converted into a double bed, and smart controls will remember preferred seating positions. The airline has also selected wines from Château Ducru-Beaucaillou and Château Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande for its updated service.

Further details of the redesign extend beyond first and business class. Premium economy will gain more room for each passenger, adjustable leg rests, dedicated storage, and larger entertainment screens. Economy-class travelers will find seats with extra leg space, adjustable headrests, and a new storage layout for personal items. All passengers, regardless of cabin, will have access to an upgraded in-flight entertainment system and a broader meal selection. The airline will also provide internet access through Starlink, the satellite company founded by Elon Musk.

Singapore Airlines said the new cabins will be introduced gradually, starting in the second half of 2027, and will be added to more aircraft into 2030. The airline noted that while fuel prices have risen and fares have increased, it has seen more travelers choosing to route between Asia and Europe on its flights rather than connecting through the Gulf.

The company hasn’t yet announced when bookings will open for the new double bed suites. The magazine has previously reported on the world’s largest man-made marina in Dubai.