Is Delta premium seat worth it?

Delta's Premium Select seats are definitely a big step up from Comfort+, Delta's extra-leg-room economy seat. They're a few inches wider with far more legroom and recline, plus they have those helpful leg rests.



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For travelers who want an elevated experience from Delta's main cabin, premium economy might be worth it if you enjoy a roomier seat to stretch out during long-haul flights. Additionally, Premium Select passengers receive attentive in-flight service; it is located behind the exclusive Delta One cabin.

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Treat Yourself to Premium Travel Put your feet up - really. Delta Premium Select seat features a fold-out adjustable footrest and leg rest, so you've got space to stretch out. Whether you watch on our best-in-class entertainment screen at each seat or on a personal device, enjoy complimentary Delta Studio.

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For a bigger seat and slightly elevated meals, Delta Premium Select is definitely a better cabin than economy. The seats are somewhat easier to sleep in than coach seats, but the lack of a full recline means sleep quality is, just like in regular economy, hard to achieve.

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The gap between economy and premium economy fares tends to narrow as the date of travel nears, airline experts say. If you book a ticket within three months of departure, for example, you may pay only a few hundred dollars more to get premium economy, which could be a good deal.

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Question: Can you sleep in premium economy? Answer: While passengers cannot lie flat in premium economy seats, the adjustable headrest, as well as extra legroom and reclined seats, make for a comfortable journey. Additionally, many airlines offer comfortable blankets and pillows for a relaxing time.

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You deserve more space—treat yourself to Premium Class.
  • 4 inches more legroom than standard Main Cabin seats.
  • Enjoy free beer, wine, and cocktails on most flights over 350 miles.
  • Board early, access overhead bin space and be among the first to deplane.


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If you purchase Main Cabin or Delta Comfort+ and then apply your Global Upgrade Certificate, you will be upgraded to Delta Premium Select upon request and then will be added to the waitlist for Delta One and eligible to clear starting 24 hours prior to departure.

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A Medallion Member and one traveling companion may both enjoy a Complimentary Upgrade when traveling on Delta and Delta Connection carriers, as long as that companion is a General SkyMiles Member, Medallion Member, or partner airline elite member*, and traveling on the same flight in the same reservation.

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United's premium economy fare offers seats in a separate cabin, discounted lounge access, free alcohol and more.

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Premium Plus is United's premium economy fare and comes with the perks mentioned above, including Premier Access, upgraded food, free alcoholic drinks, discounted United Club lounge access, extra baggage allowance, roomier seats in a separate cabin and enhanced entertainment options.

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Extra legroom is the primary draw to premium economy, but depending on the airline, you may also receive wider seats, deeper recline, upgraded food and beverage service, an amenity kit and priority service at the airport.

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It is possible to ask for an upgrade at the airport gate, even if you have already checked-in online and booked a seat.

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Premium economy's big selling point is more space. The seats are an inch or two wider on average than the typical coach seat, and the rows are farther apart, offering several more inches of legroom. Most premium economy seats recline, and many have footrests. How much space you actually get depends on the airline.

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