Yes it's normal for tray tables to be located in the armrests of extra legroom seats meaning the seat is slightly narrower (an inch or so) and the armrests are fixed - it's the trade off for having around 5 inches of extra legroom.
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The front row seats in the forward and rear economy cabin are sold as Extra Space seats and the TV screens are located at leg level between the seats and lift up on an arm to view. It is the extra legroom seats that have seat back screens.
Exit row seatsSeats in the Emergency Exits rows usually offer more legroom ? and many airlines charge extra for these seats ? but beware of the window seats. On wide-body aircraft, the bulky compartment protruding from the door that houses the emergency slides may inhibit your legroom.
Extra Legroom Seats are located in the Economy cabin, in rows with additional space or at emergency exits. These seats are just as comfortable and recline in the same way as other seats in the cabin.
U.S. Airlines with the Best LegroomIn the U.S., the airlines JetBlue and Southwest consistently offer the most legroom with an average of around 32 inches per seat, although you can find a few JetBlue planes with 33 inches of legroom. Alaska and Hawaiian seats typically have 31 or 32 inches of legroom, too.
Extra Legroom Seats are located in the Economy cabin, in rows with additional space or at emergency exits. These seats are just as comfortable and recline in the same way as other seats in the cabin. The Extra Legroom Seat is available for all flights.
U.S. Airlines with the Best LegroomAlaska and Hawaiian seats typically have 31 or 32 inches of legroom, too. Delta, American, and United all offer between 30 and 32 inches of legroom depending on the aircraft, with Delta typically sticking closer to a full 32 inches of legroom.
United customers who opt for Extra legroom enjoy between 34 and 36 inches of leg space. This can make a huge difference in comfort during long flights, especially now that typical economy seats often only provide 30 or 31 inches of leg space.
When airlines release their upgrade inventory closer to the departure date, they are often more willing to sell those seats at a discount in order to fill them. So, if you're flexible with your travel plans and willing to take a chance, upgrading to business class at the airport could save you some serious money.
The extra space makes these seats slightly easier to get in and out of. I'd recommend the extra legroom seats for passengers with mobility challenges. Stretching out under the seat, the separator bar was slightly too far for my toes to touch it. There was a tray table and seat-back pocket for storage of small items.
Long haul flights: You'll get a main meal and light refreshment offered before landing, both included in the price. Your main meal will be served with a complimentary soft, hot or alcoholic drink.
In the emergency exit row, the opening of the tray table is only possible in one direction, compared to all other seat rows. Like this in the unlikely event of an emergency, an unintended opening of the tray table (due to people rushing by) is avoided.
Price increases start at just $20. Those on longer flights can expect to pay between $50 and $75 for the next tier up from standard economy, compared to several hundred in additional fees for some airlines.
The Best Seats for Larger PeopleChoose a middle seat in the back rows of the plane, then cross your fingers the flight isn't fully booked, or no one sits next to you. But that's a lot to leave to chance. So, in the name of your space—and sanity—go with the sure bet of an aisle seat every time.
The following airlines have some seats with widths below 17 inches, making them among the smallest in the industry: Qatar Airways. China Southern. Caribbean Airlines.