ANA The Suite Review (2026)
All Nippon Airways
TL;DR
The Suite is ANA's flagship First Class product — a fully enclosed 1-2-1 suite with closing door, 43-inch 4K monitor, and hand-finished wood and leather detailing, launched in 2019 on the 777-300ER. Fly it on SYD–NRT, LAX–NRT, or LHR–NRT when available. The product is perfect for couples (centre partition lowers for a quasi-double bed), solo travellers seeking absolute privacy, and overnight transpacific routes where the quiet upper-deck nose position matters. Book it instead of JAL First if you value enclosed privacy over Japanese craftsmanship — but expect to miss it on 60% of ANA's premium international network because it only exists on the 777-300ER and only 8 seats ship per aircraft. JAL First Class, deployed across the A380 and 777, offers broader availability and equally refined soft product; ANA The Suite wins on privacy architecture alone, but loses on route accessibility and award availability.
What ANA The Suite actually is
Launched in 2019, ANA The Suite represents the airline's answer to the Airbus A380 First Class cabin arms race — but it lives on the 777-300ER instead, making it an ultra-premium long-haul flagship product rather than a daily-deployed first-class option. It sits one step above ANA's Business Class and replaces older open-plan First arrangements on widebodies. The Suite is the only First Class product ANA operates; there is no equivalent on the 787 or regional widebodies.
Seat Hardware
Eight fully enclosed suites configured 1-2-1 across two rows (rows 1–2, upper deck forward). Each suite features a 4ft 1in wide sliding door for complete privacy — a rarity in First Class outside the Etihad Apartments. Seats measure approximately 43 inches wide when fully deployed. The bed is completely flat and sleeps 6ft 4in comfortably; the seat reclines electrically with multiple preset positions. Centre pairs (D/G in rows 1–2) feature a lowerable centre partition, effectively creating a couple's double bed. Storage includes a personal closet-style wardrobe, underseat cubby, and armrest console. No specific seat manufacturer is disclosed, but the hand-finished leather, lacquered wood side panels, and bespoke door mechanism indicate a proprietary ANA design.
Cabin & IFE
The Suite occupies the upper deck nose of the 777-300ER with no cabin forward except the flight deck — making it the quietest First Class position on any ANA aircraft. Cabin lighting is warm and adjustable; mood lighting responds to day/night cycles on long-haul routes. The 43-inch 4K touchscreen monitor is recessed into the suite sidewall and controls all entertainment, lighting, and service calls. Bluetooth audio pairing is supported; Wi-Fi is standard on ANA's international 777 fleet (currently on-demand, Starlink rollout expected fleet-wide by 2026 with complimentary access). The cabin is finished in high-gloss lacquer, natural wood, and full-grain leather — visual language that echoes Japanese minimalism.
Where to find it
Aircraft | Status | Sample routes |
|---|---|---|
Boeing 777-300ER | Fleet-wide on premium international trunk routes | SYD–NRT, LAX–NRT, LHR–NRT, SFO–NRT, HND–LAX, HND–JFK (seasonal) |
Who it suits / who it doesn't
Profile | Verdict | Why |
|---|---|---|
Solo overnight (transpacific) | Best in class | Fully enclosed door, upper deck nose position, zero aisle exposure. Quietest First Class position on any ANA aircraft. 43" wide personal space unmatched on 777s. |
Couples | Best in class | Lowerable centre partition (rows 1D/1G, 2D/2G) creates a genuine double bed. No other First Class on ANA offers this configuration. |
Tall (over 6ft) | Strong | Fully flat bed accommodates 6ft 4in+. Foot cubby is generous. Caveat: suite width is snug for sideways sleeping; some tall passengers report shoulder contact with the outer wall panel. |
Work-focused | Pass | 43" 4K monitor is excellent for video calls and spreadsheets, but the curved suite design means tray table sits at an angle when deployed. Power (USB + AC) is ample, but desk geometry is tighter than Lufthansa or Singapore Airlines First. |
Frequent short-haul or regional premium | Pass | The Suite only operates on long-haul international (LHR, LAX, SFO, JFK, SYD). No regional First Class uses this product. |
Which aircraft and routes have ANA The Suite?
ANA The Suite flies exclusively on the 777-300ER across three major transpacific routes: Sydney to Narita (SYD–NRT), Los Angeles to Narita (LAX–NRT), and London to Narita (LHR–NRT). Each aircraft carries only 8 suites, so availability is limited and advance planning is essential. The product does not exist on ANA's 787, A380, or other widebody aircraft, meaning you'll miss it on 60% of ANA's premium international network.
Can I book a suite for two people as a connecting bed?
Yes — the centre partition between seats 1A and 1K lowers to create a quasi-double bed, making The Suite ideal for couples on overnight transpacific flights. You'll need to book both seats (1A and 1K) to access this feature. This is one of the product's strongest selling points for travellers prioritising shared space and privacy over the solo luxury experience.
Will I be disturbed by galley or lavatory noise in The Suite?
No — The Suite occupies the upper-deck nose position on the 777-300ER, placing you well away from main-deck galleys, lavatories, and crew activity. The fully enclosed cabin with closing door provides additional sound insulation, making it one of the quietest first-class experiences on any aircraft. This isolation is a major advantage over open-plan competitors and justifies the premium positioning for sleep-focused long-haul passengers.
How does ANA The Suite compare to JAL First Class?
ANA The Suite wins decisively on privacy — it's fully enclosed with a closing door, whereas JAL First offers open suites. However, JAL First deploys across the A380 and 777, giving it far broader route and award availability, while The Suite is limited to three 777-300ER routes with only 8 seats per aircraft. JAL First also emphasizes Japanese craftsmanship and hospitality; if privacy and solitude matter more to you than cultural refinement and seat availability, choose ANA The Suite.