--- title: "Air France Review & Rating | FlightLogic" description: "Air France review: FlightLogic editorial rating 8.1/10, safety score 9.2/10. Air France is France's flag carrier and a SkyTeam founding member, operating a…" url: https://flightlogic.co.uk/airlines/air-france/ source: FlightLogic (flightlogic.co.uk) licence: "Content © Elite Digital AI Solutions Ltd. Cite the URL above and the page author." --- *Links marked * may earn us a commission at no extra cost to you. We do not provide financial advice. How we make money .* Airline review · AF # Air France France is in the air Photo: Alan Wilson / Wikimedia Commons / CC BY-SA 2.0 Air France is France's flag carrier and a SkyTeam founding member, operating a global network from Paris CDG with La Première first class, reverse-herringbone business on long-haul, and deep African and Caribbean connectivity. Last updated 30 June 2026 Excellent · FlightLogic editorial rating ## Should I choose Air France for my next long-haul work trip? Air France scores 8.1/10 (safety 9.2/10), ranking #14 globally — Wi-Fi is paid or route-dependent. Baggage: 1×23 kg long-haul; Light no checked short-haul. Economy seat pitch: 31"; loyalty programme: Flying Blue. Full passenger policy tables, category scores, and the fares search follow below. **FlightLogic score** 8.1/10 **Safety** 9.2/10 **Global rank** #14 **Wi-Fi policy** Paid Wi-Fi ## Who should think twice about Air France Scores mean naming who a carrier is NOT for. From our rated findings: - CDG connection complexity - Economy density on short-haul ## Pre-Trip Planning ## Passenger policies at a glance Baggage, Wi-Fi, legroom, and lounge access for Air France — expand for the full matrix. ### View full policy matrix Baggage · Wi-Fi · lounges · changes | Cabin baggage | Included — standard carry-on allowance applies | | --- | --- | | Checked baggage | 1×23 kg long-haul; Light no checked short-haul | | In-flight Wi-Fi | Paid Wi-Fi or messaging packages | | Economy seat pitch | 31" | | Lounge access | Air France lounges Business/La Première | | Changes & refunds | Flex allows changes | | Loyalty programme | Flying Blue | ## Awards & Recognition - Best Business Class Dining Europe - SkyTeam founding member ## Airline Details **IATA Code** AF **ICAO Code** AFR **Hub** Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) **Alliance** skyteam **Founded** 1933 **Fleet Size** 220 aircraft ## Strengths - La Première first class and CDG lounge - Strong African and Caribbean network - Flying Blue shared with KLM ## Weaknesses - CDG connection complexity - Economy density on short-haul ## Day-of Travel Support ### Compare Air France fares from the UK Search live prices on Air France (AF) routes departing from British airports. 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[Affiliate policy](https://flightlogic.co.uk/how-we-make-money/#affiliate-links) ## Air France travel facts Verified baggage allowances, punctuality, fleet, safety and loyalty facts for Air France. ### Baggage & fees | Cabin bag | 55 × 35 × 25 cm + accessory 40 × 30 × 15 cm, 12 kg combined (premium cabins 18 kg) · Up to 12 kg | | --- | --- | | Checked bag (economy) | Light none; Standard 1 × 23 kg | | Checked bag (business) | 2 × 32 kg | | Seat selection | Free on Standard/Flex; Light pays | | Change fee | Varies by fare; Flex free changes | [Full baggage & fees comparison](https://flightlogic.co.uk/airlines/baggage-fees/) · [Check your carry-on bag](https://flightlogic.co.uk/tools/carry-on-checker/) ### Punctuality **Not currently tracked.** Unverified — not in Cirium 2025 regional top 10s; no comparable published annual figure found Punctuality is 20% of the FlightLogic score — [see our methodology](https://flightlogic.co.uk/methodology/). ### Fleet & cabins **Fleet size** 220 aircraft **Average age** Not available **Main types** B777-300ER, A350-900, B787-9, A320 family, A220-300 **Economy pitch** 31–32 in **Business seat** Fully flat 1-2-1 on A350/refreshed B777-300ER **Wi-Fi** Paid; free Starlink rolling out fleet-wide ### Safety **Registry status** IOSA-registered IOSA-registered; French DGAC oversight **FlightLogic editorial safety score: 9.2/10** — our own assessment, separate from IOSA registry status. ### Loyalty **Programme** Flying Blue **Currency** Miles Tiers: Explorer, Silver, Gold, Platinum (shared with KLM) ### Rating history - Q3 2026 8.1/10 Current quarter Quarterly tracking began Q3 2026 — earlier scores were not archived. Travel facts last verified July 2026 · Sources: airfrance.com baggage policy (via search, Jul 2026) · Fleet age unverified — no reliable published figure found; size from FlightLogic airline profile · Punctuality unverified — no comparable published annual figure found ## About Air France Air France is France's flag carrier and a SkyTeam founding member, operating a global network from Paris CDG with La Première first class, reverse-herringbone business on long-haul, and deep African and Caribbean connectivity. Key strengths: La Première first class and CDG lounge. Strong African and Caribbean network. Flying Blue shared with KLM. Areas for improvement: CDG connection complexity. Economy density on short-haul. ## Editorial Air France Reviews ## Verified reader reviews Coming soon We are building verified reader reviews for Air France. Readers will be able to submit a review with proof of travel — a boarding pass or booking confirmation — emailed to [hello@flightlogic.co.uk](mailto:hello@flightlogic.co.uk?subject=Reader%20review%20%E2%80%94%20Air%20France). Reader scores are published separately from FlightLogic editorial ratings and never change the editorial score. ## Air France — Frequently Asked Questions ### Is Air France a good airline? Air France scores 8.1/10 overall on FlightLogic (4-Star) — an editorial expert rating, not an aggregate of consumer reviews. Strengths include La Première first class and CDG lounge; Strong African and Caribbean network. ### What is Air France's safety score? Air France scores 9.2/10 on FlightLogic's safety index — calculated separately from passenger experience using IOSA certification, accident history, fleet age, and regulatory compliance. ### What alliance is Air France in? Air France is a member of skyteam. ### Where is Air France's hub? Air France's primary hub is Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG). The airline was founded in 1933 and operates approximately 220 aircraft. ## Similar Airlines