Luxury air travel isn’t just for celebrities and ultra-wealthy flyers — knowing the right strategies can unlock first-class comfort for far less than you’d expect.

Savvy travelers use points, upgrades, and flexible planning to enjoy first class flights without paying full ticket prices.

First-class fliers have a code. It’s subtle and usually comes with a glass of champagne. If you want fit in before you fall flat in a sea of stares, learn the unspoken rules—lest you mistake the amuse ...