Gear PatrolLet’s face it: Flying in economy sucks. From fighting over armrests, to cramming your legs into the minuscule space between your seat and the one in front of you, to sitting in-between a yippy dog and a fussy baby, there is always something to make your flight miserable. Thankfully, many US domestic airlines are now offering “economy plus” seats. While they won’t prevent you from sitting next to someone annoying, they can bring back a bit of civility to the airline economy experience. A common thread between each of the following options is increased legroom, allowing you to spread out and get comfortable. Some programs even offer expedited security lines, letting you breeze past the majority of the line at TSA and taking some of the headache out of the security screening process. All of that and it usually costs less than $100 for the upgrade.
The Best Economy Plus Airline Options
Delta Comfort+ – Best In-Flight Perks
JetBlue Even More Space – Best Pre-Flight Perk
United Economy Plus – Best for MileagePlus Members
American Airlines Main Cabin Extra – Standard Offering
Alaska Airlines Preferred Plus – Most Affordable
Virgin America Main Cabin Select – Best Service
Delta Comfort+
Home Airport: Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Best In-Flight Perks: If you are looking for the best in-flight offerings short of upgrading to first class, Delta’s Comfort+ is the way to go. Premium snacks are complimentary as are beer, wine and spirits on flights over 250 miles.
