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Is 32 seat pitch good?

Standard seat pitch is 30 to 31 inches in economy class for most carriers, with 32 inches being slightly above average and 29 inches falling slightly below. Keep in mind, though, that different planes have different configurations depending on make, model, and airline.



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Standard seat pitch is 30 to 31 inches in economy class for most carriers, with 32 inches being slightly above average and 29 inches falling slightly below.

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The carrier's fleet of four ATR 72-500s offers each of the 50 passengers an incredibly generous 38-inch seat pitch. For comparison, this is the same seat pitch found in many premium economy cabins around the world, including those of United Airlines and Virgin Atlantic.

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The typical dimensions for easyJet cabin seats provide a seat pitch of 29 inches, and seat width of 18 inches.

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Premium Economy seats typically feature a seat pitch (distance between seats) of 38 in (96 cm) and seat width between 18.5-21 in (47-53 cm). Such seats also feature greater recline and leg rest, and might also include lumbar support and an adjustable headrest.

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What are the best seats on a plane?
  • Best seat for a smooth ride: A seat over the wing.
  • Best seat for sleepers: A window seat near the front.
  • Best seat for maximum legroom: An aisle seat in the second exit row.


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Worst of all for legroom are ultra-low-fare carriers Spirit and Frontier Airlines. In at least this case, you get what you pay for: Passengers get as little as 28 inches of legroom when flying with these airlines, which are known for cheap airfare that comes with a bare minimum of amenities and loads of fees.

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Airlines with the Most Seat Space in Economy
  • Jet Blue. Jet Blue is the leader in the “most pitch” and “widest seat” contest because the majority of their economy and coach class seats are roomy. ...
  • Air Canada. ...
  • Virgin America. ...
  • Hawaiian Airlines. ...
  • American Airlines. ...
  • Cathay Pacific. ...
  • Emirates.


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The industry standard for seat pitch is around 31 inches (79 cm), but this can vary depending on the airline and the specific aircraft.

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The seat pitch is the distance between the point on an aircraft seat and the same point on the seat in front of it. In the US, seat pitches in economy class range from 71- 89 centimeters, with the average sitting at approximately 79 cm.

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