Can I upgrade from main cabin to Delta comfort?

The most straightforward way to gain access to the Delta Comfort Plus drinks, boarding and booking benefits is to upgrade your flight when you purchase it. When checking out through Delta online, upgrade your Main Cabin seat to Comfort Plus when prompted. SkyMiles members can cover the upgrade fee using miles.



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If you are not flying on a Delta-operated and Delta-marketed flight, Reservations can help you upgrade on a purchased ticket from Main Cabin or Delta Comfort+®, to First Class, Delta Premium Select or Delta One® using Mileage Upgrade Awards.

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You can use miles to upgrade to Delta One®, Delta Premium Select, First Class or Delta Comfort+® for eligible flights within the U.S. 50 while purchasing a ticket* either at delta.com or with Delta Reservations. If your reservation is eligible for an upgrade, you'll see the option to upgrade in your Trip Summary.

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Basic Economy fares are not eligible for paid or complimentary Delta Comfort+®, regardless of Medallion or other elite status.

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Without Delta SkyMiles Medallion Elite Status Purchase a Comfort+ Upgrade during booking or anytime up until 3 hours before departure. Use miles to purchase a business or first-class flight or use miles to upgrade an existing flight if the pricing is good value.

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Can I change a Delta Basic Economy ticket? Delta Basic Economy tickets cannot be changed and you are not entitled to a refund if you cancel your ticket after an initial 24-hour risk free period right after you book your ticket. You cannot upgrade your ticket later either, even with SkyMiles Medallion status.

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Low Fare with Restrictions. Save with Basic Economy, but please remember refunds and upgrades are not available at any time. Basic Economy is best for those traveling by themselves with firm travel plans.

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Holding the credit card could be the fastest way to elevate your boarding zone if you are traveling in the main cabin. These include popular cards like the Delta SkyMiles® Gold American Express Card, Delta SkyMiles® Platinum American Express Card and the Delta SkyMiles® Reserve American Express Card cards.

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The cheapest way to get a business or first-class ticket is to buy an economy ticket then buy an upgrade. You can either do this immediately after booking or look for last-minute upgrades as your travel date approaches. The price for premium cabin fares decreases as you get closer to departure.

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Upgrading a new Delta booking with a certificate Look for the Upgrade Certificate Request box and select the flight you'd like to upgrade. Then, select the type of upgrade certificate you'd like to use. The upgrade certificate will be automatically applied when you complete your booking.

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Low Fare with Restrictions. Save with Basic Economy, but please remember refunds and upgrades are not available at any time. Basic Economy is best for those traveling by themselves with firm travel plans.

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Complimentary Upgrades are not available for selection by any passenger while onboard the aircraft regardless of Status or fare class. For Companion Upgrades, both passengers must be ticketed, and upgrades must be requested at least three hours before the scheduled departure of the flight.

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With all Tiers of Medallion Status, you are eligible for Unlimited Complimentary Upgrades to First Class and Delta Comfort+®, plus, day-of-departure Unlimited Complimentary Upgrades to the Delta One® experience on flights within the U.S. 50 – including flights to Hawaii.

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Like Delta Premium Select, Comfort Plus falls between economy class and business classes. Although it shares some benefits with economy class, it also offers distinct upgrades at an affordable price.

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About Delta Comfort+
  • More legroom and on select longer flights, extra recline.
  • Premium snacks and complimentary Starbucks®, beer, wine and spirits on most flights*
  • Seat location toward the front of the plane which means customers are among the first off.


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It depends on the airline you're flying with, but it is generally cheaper to upgrade to business class at the airport than it is to book a business class ticket from the outset.

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