Today we’re riding on the Delta 767-400 in Premium Select. This is the first time I’ve gotten a chance to check out Delta’s Premium Economy product on a medium-long flight. Today we’re traveling from Paris CDG to ATL with a flight time of about 10 hours. I’ve flown Trans-Atlantic a few times in various premium economy products and I think it’s a great way to travel. I’m excited to check out Delta’s Premium Select offering.
I’ve ridden on Delta’s 767-400 in Delta One a few times, and I really like the 767-400 as a whole. If you’d like to see a full review of Delta One on the 767-400 check out my DTW-LHR Review. Delta has done a really good job of keeping the 767-400 looking great. All of the classes (Delta One, Premium Select, Comfort Plus, and Economy) are really comfortable on the 767.
Bottom line: If you have the ability, I’d completely recommend Premium Select on the Delta 767-400. It is an extremely comfortable way to cross the Atlantic on a daytime flight. The larger seats, more recline, better service, and smaller cabin make this a real winner. Delta’s Premium Select on the 767-400 slots nicely between Business Class and Economy. At the end of the day, I really enjoyed our Delta 767-400 Premium Select trip and would be glad to fly Delta Premium Select again.
Date of Flight: December 2022
Updated: November 2023
Delta 767-400 CDG Airport Boarding
After killing a few hours in the excellent Air France Lounge, we got the boarding notification for our flight to Atlanta. Our Delta 767-400 was waiting at the gate.
When we arrived they had already begun general boarding so we jumped in the Sky priority lane and made our way into the plane. Here at CDG there’s a separate line for Sky Priority that’s well monitored. We showed our boarding passes and passports and we were on our way. They also use automated gates here at CDG, I like them and wish they’d make it to North America soon.
Into the Jet bridge. Unlike with most narrow-body flights, there was no waiting in line here. The 767 loads very nicely, the 767-400 in particular as it boards from the second door. Business Class turns left and everyone else turns right. There are two aisles so lots of space for people to board.
Delta 767-400 Premium Select Seat
We found our Premium Select seats on the left hand side of the Delta 767-400. We’re in row 20 seats A and B. This is the bulk head seat. In our seats we had bedding, headphones, and an amenity kit.
There are 20 Premium Select seats arranged in a 2-2-2 configuration. The seats in the middle of the cabin would be great for solo travelers so there’s no one to step over or get stepped on by. The window seats are great for couples traveling together.
The one downside of the bulkhead seat is everything must go in the overhead bins and the bins on the 767-400 are not huge. We had to place some of our bags all the way back in Comfort Plus as they had run out of storage space here in Premium Select.
The leg room in the bulk head of Delta Premium Select on the 767-400 was very good. I could just barely bump my toes against the wall if I tried. I’m not very tall, but was very pleased with the space. A downside of these seats are that half the plane will walk by you during boarding. At least there’s lots of space, I didn’t get hit by many bags…
The Delta 767 Premium Select seats have a water bottle holder between the pair of them. There wasn’t a bottle in them when we arrived at our seat, but they were soon passed out once we were in route.
Delta 767-400 Premium Select Controls and Features
The Premium Select seats on the Delta 767-400 have recline controls that allow you to adjust the individual parts of the seat. The recline, leg rest, and foot rest all have their own adjustment. These all worked very well and just as expected.
To my left was a little storage compartment. I stuffed the Delta provided headphones in here, I used my Sonys. This is also where the power port is located. It has both 110v via a universal plug and USB.
The tray table on the Delta 767-400 is very similar to the tray table on the Delta A220 in First Class. It slides into the arm rest and is released with a little button. In fact, the whole Premium Select seat feels just like the A220 First Class seat, just more features and leg room here on the 767.
The overhead vents on the Delta 767 in premium select are very good. They exist and actually put out enough air.
Delta 767-400 Premium Select In Seat Entertainment
The in seat entertainment on the Delta 767 in Premium Select is excellent. The screen is large and the selection of movies and shows is very good too. Those little metal fixtures on the wall are for a child’s bassinet. On long flights Delta will provide bassinets for infants in arms.
The headphone jack for the IFE was a two prong variety.
Val can report that the front jack for the headphones works just fine for audio with a 2 into 1 plane adapter. I always carry an adapter, but it looks like it’s not necessary on the 767-400 in premium.
There’s a nice little remote for the in seat entertainment. It was simple to use and really responsive.
Delta 767-400 Premium Select Menus
The flight attendants distributed menus for the meal service. Premium Select gets different meals from Delta One or Economy. They fit somewhere in the middle.
The reverse side of the menu had some information about the seat, the entertainment, and the Delta Premium Select experience.
Delta 767-400 Premium Select Departure
The boarding process was nearing completion. It’s a little cloudy here in Paris, this is also the last departure of the day to Atlanta so the sun is a little low in the sky.
Pushed back right on time. The pilot told us the weather in Atlanta and that it should be a good ride for most of the flight. Looks like a 9:45 flight today. I forgot how far ATL is from continental Europe. It’s been a while since I’ve flown this route.
The safety video was shown and the flight attendants did their final safety checks as we taxied out to the runway. I put on a movie and settled into the flight. We slowly trundled to the runway and the cabin lights were dimmed.
The air here in Paris is dense, on take off we got to see some pretty cool vapor trails across the wings and engine.
Within just a few seconds we were into the clouds. I wouldn’t say these seats are super quiet on takeoff, but once the engines were throttled back for cruise, the noise wasn’t noticeable while wearing my noise cancelling Sonys.
Just a minute or two later we had climbed above the clouds. Our Delta 767-400 Premium Select bulk head seat has two windows.
Delta 767-400 Premium Select Meal Service
The flight attendant came around and welcomed us by name, we were given hand wipes and then our meal selection was taken. I opted for the Chicken that was described as Guinea Foul. Delta Premium Select get’s a slightly upgraded meal service in comparison with Economy.
Next we were given some cheese biscuits and the option of sparkling wine or water. I decided to try the wine, it was adequate, not amazing, but not terrible.
After we finished our snacks and drinks the flight attendants gave out place mats and napkins. Certainly an upgrade from the normal economy experience.
Next our meal selection was passed out. Service is from a cart like economy, but the meals here in Delta Premium Select are certainly an upgrade. This isn’t the best looking dish, and it’s served in the packaging unlike Delta One, but it was actually pretty tasty. I wouldn’t call chicken and potatoes fancy, but it was perfectly filling.
The meal in Delta Premium Select included a nice ice cream for desert. I liked that real silverware was provided. Especially for the very frozen ice cream. I paired the meal with a Sweetwater Hazy IPA. This is a special beer for Delta. I enjoy it very much.
Outside we were passing over the Scottish Highlands. The sunset out side would last for hours, we’re chasing the sun on this flight to Atlanta. We got some really great views throughout the trip.
Back inside the, our trays were cleared and we were offered another round of drinks. I again had a Sweetwater Hazy to concluded the meal. This was a nice meal offering that I would very much compare to domestic First Class meal service(full review).
Delta 767-400 Premium Select In Flight Comfort
After our meal, the cabin lights in the 767-400 were dimmed.
I settled into a movie, the Delta 767-400 has a great entertainment selection. The screens are also really responsive.
With the seat fully reclined, it’s pretty darn comfortable. It has more recline than a regular first class seat would have. This is an area where having the bulk head seat in Premium Select is a great choice, no one in front of you will recline into your lap.
The bedding was very good too. The pillow was soft and large. The blanket was very good for a Premium Economy product. I’ve been on some Business Class products that have worse bedding than Delta in Premium Select.
Fully reclined and with the leg rest extended, the Delta 767-400 in Premium Select is extremely comfortable. It’s no flat bed, but on a day time flight, this is a great option. Even on an overnight flight, I’d strongly consider Premium Select. The flight attendants were great too, very regularly passing through the cabin with water or offering other beverages.
Delta 767-400 Premium Select Amenity Kit
Delta Premium Select comes with an amenity kit. They are using the brand Someone Somewhere for these amenity kits. Using the QR code you can look up the person who made your individual kit. The pouch themselves are very nice, I have a pile of impersonal amenity kits from Delta(Tumi) and other airlines, this one is better.
Inside the Premium Select amenity kit is a tooth brush with paste, socks, an eye mask, and hand balm. Just about everything you’d need.
Delta 767-400 Premium Select Snacks
Throughout our trip to Atlanta, the flight attendants would periodically pass through the Premium Select cabin with an assortment of snacks and drinks. I know I shouldn’t eat and drink so much when I’m flying, but what else do I have to do? This is a daytime flight, I’m just watching movies for 9 hours anyway.
The seatbelt sign was turned back on, it was getting a little rough as we passed south of Greenland. Unfortunately there’s no view outside, the cloud cover outside is blocking our view. Still chasing that sunset as we head west.
“Would you like a warm cookie?” Is one of my favorite expressions. Just off the coast of Canada we got a snack and drink. These Tip Top cocktails are one of my favorite additions that Delta has made to the drinks menu in a long time.
Delta 767-400 Premium Select Bathrooms
The Delta 767-400 has lots of lavatories. Passengers in Premium Select are not supposed to use the ones in front of business class, the ones behind Delta One were ok though. As were the ones midway through the economy cabin. For being a longer flight, the bathrooms were well kept. The 767 has decent sized lavatories too.
The whole plane’s cabin was kept relatively dim, but not in complete darkness. Premium Select and First Class were mostly blue mood lights.
Outside, the sun had nearly set as we approached the coast of Canada. The views from this flight were pretty incredible. I’m not accustomed to such late westbound Trans-Atlantic crossings, this was fun.
Delta 767-400 Premium Select Pre-landing Snack
About 90 minutes before landing, Delta Premium Select had one final hot meal. This was the Asian Chicken Spring Roll. It was pretty decent. I paired it with a Coke.
Val had the other option, the Spinach and Feta Pastry. She also reported back good things for this snack. Nothing was huge, but it we’ve been eating and drinking all flight so it was more than enough.
While we had our final meal the lights were brought up and the color was changed to this light mauve. I watched one final movie as we made our way down to Atlanta.
Delta 767-400 Premium Select Landing In ATL
Outside it has become fully dark outside. The sunset has finally passed us as our 767 descended into the Atlanta area. Delta Premium Select has been a really pleasant way to cross the Atlantic.
A few minutes later we’re on the ground with the distinctive ATL tower in the background.
After a quick taxi to the gate we were off the plane and into the ATL International Arrivals Facility. We’re trying to catch an early flight to Greenville so we’re in a little bit of a hurry. We did make it, but that’s another show.
Delta 767-400 Premium Select Final Thoughts
This was my first experience with Delta’s Premium Select product and I really enjoyed it. The Delta 767-400 is a nice ride too. It’s just the right size plane for so many routes and it’s extremely comfortable in all of it’s cabins. Delta has done a nice job of updating their 767-400s with very modern interiors. This includes adding Premium Select to every 764 in their fleet.
Premium Select is a great compromise between Business Class and Economy. The seats are large and comfortable, they have lots of recline, but not yet a flat bed. They have features like a remote for the in seat entertainment, noise cancelling headphones, and leg rests. It’s a very similar seat to what you’d find in domestic first class.
The service for Delta Premium Select is again right between what you’d find in Delta One Business Class and Economy. The meal is a little nicer and served along side real silverware. There are a few passes of various snack baskets and beverage choices. The Premium Select cabin is small and quiet too.
I really like Premium Economy for Daytime Trans-Atlantic flights. Plenty comfortable for the 8-10 hour flights I use to the East Coast. Delta does a nice job with this product and I’d be very glad to fly it again on the 767-400.
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