LaCompagie Airlines

The Milan route does not start until April 15. But they do offer one-way pricing ( half the RT) so that is good.

https://www.lacompagnie.com/

Aircraft is an A321, smaller than most other transAtlantic planes.

Did a dummy booking and this was the result.
Interesting pricing

Detailed pricing by Adult
Price (roundtrip)
(Without Taxe)
$1,455.00
TAXES EXTRA FEES
Passenger civil aviation security service fee (Intl) $5.60
Us various tax $38.20
Us passengers facility charges $4.50
Carrier Imposed surcharge $1,000.00
France civil aviation tax $23.45
France air passenger solidarity tax $8.78
France passenger service charge $31.64
APHIS user fee-passenger $3.96
Us federal inspection fee $7.00
Us customs user fee $6.11
Total of taxes and extra fees $1,129.24
Total for all passengers $2,584.24

I've read a number of positive reviews about this airline but have yet to experience it. The new aircraft have fully flat beds which is definitely an improvement however the configuration is still an awkward 2/2 one. Apparently drinks are not free flowing like they are in a normal major airline business class and the food is average.

Looking at several example prices they've all come in the same range as business class flights I've purchased during British Airways sales so for me my preference would be to fly BA.

Keep in mind that they have limited number of flights, so if your flight gets delayed/cancelled, you’re at the mercy of their (very) limited availability.

Resurrecting this post. I am det to fly over using La Compagnie the 29th and was wondering if anyone else has had the pleasure of using it. I am looking forward to a nicer flight experience. On verra.

We used them four or five years ago when they were first starting up. It was fine. It was New York to London. The sitting was the old style business class seats. Not the little compartments you total with B class. Sure better than coach. We would fly them again if available.

Thanks very much, Frank. I think they have since upgraded planes. I take them in Sunday. Looking forward to it!

Well I just finished with my first trip with this airline and I can honestly say say that this was the most agreeable travel abroad I have ever had. The lounge right after security was a very nice touch and you could order food via your cell phone using a QR code . Boarding was a dream. Easy and fast amd everything was impeccably on time.

Service on board was delightful and the food the best I've had on an airline. Everything was top notch and the flight attendents were so professional. I've gotten used to Delta's cantankerous service.

This truly is a case of you get what you pay for . If ever I see another reasonable rate and have the time to get to Newark, I would book with no question!

I'm back in France for 2 months. Vive la République!

Thanks for the review. Something to consider.

Bon voyage Alexandre. Very happy for you and this summer's trip.

@ Alexander. How does it compare to long haul business on the major airlines? I've heard the food and drink is not as comparable or free flowing as other business and some of the fleet don't have true lie flat seats. The prices when I've checked are in the range of BA business when booked enough in advance. I flew from Heathrow T3 with BA last week and used the Cathay Pacific lounge (part of the Oneworld Alliance so you can use partner airline lounges) which is arguably one of the best lounges in the world.

From what I've researched, if you have the funds then a business ticket on a major airline is often comparable in price but the product is usually better.

I thought the food was on par for business on other airlines. Though I've never had anything I'd ever wanted more of. The beverage cart came through maybe 3 times plus the champagne and coffee . I think the winning point for me is how fast this plane boards and how fast people get off. Since there's only 1-2 planes a day your waits in line are going to be miniscule.