Is Delta worth the extra money?

The short answer is yes. Delta does give its Comfort Plus seats enough perks to make it worth the added price, offering extra comfort, legroom, and ease of mind while traveling. Of course, for the frugal savers, you may find your money better spent on a regular economy ticket.



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Delta has been recognized as the best U.S. airline and most reliable airline for 2021 by the consumer website WalletHub. The rankings determined that Delta had the lowest rate of cancellations, delays, mishandled luggage and denied boardings among U.S. carriers.

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Complete Luxury from Delta Start with expedited Sky Priority® security, boarding and baggage handling, then stretch out in a spacious seat and savor chef-inspired fine dining. Luxury on long-haul international flights, with a flat-bed seat.

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Generally, Delta is a good airline for travelers who want a comfortable flight experience overall at a cost that's in line with its service and offerings.

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Delta Airlines Weaknesses
  • Relies on one market. The nature of the business that Delta Airlines runs is that its biggest market is just North America, which accounted for around 82% of total revenue in 2021. ...
  • Higher attrition rate. ...
  • Aircraft concerns.


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Seats are some what comfortable even though they have seen some good anount of air time already. Food was very good and the flight attendants were top!! Wifi was perfect, and free if you're a Skymiles member. The only thing that disappointed me was the very small screens that are on the plane.

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In the competition of Delta versus United, there isn't a clear winner. Delta charges less baggage fees and makes basic economy more tolerable for a frugal traveler. United, on other hand, has a stronger loyalty program, cheaper award prices and a stronger presence when it comes to global connections.

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Fares are usually lower on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Saturdays and highest on Fridays and Sundays. Flights later in the evening are also usually lower demand. Search nearby area airports. Low fares sold out at one airport, may be available at another nearby airport.

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Demand is high, inventory isn't… which leaves us in a situation where airlines can charge practically whatever they want because most of their planes are still going out full.

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Delta, Alaska Airlines, Southwest Airlines and American Airlines are tied for No. 2 in passenger comfort. WalletHub names Envoy, a regional airline owned by American, as the safest airline.

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If you're choosing between Delta and Southwest When you factor in earnings rates, basic economy considerations, in-flight entertainment and pet friendliness, Southwest just edges out Delta.

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On paper, the new Delta and United seats are both 21 inches wide and offer 37 inches of pitch, but United's feels more spacious due to the lack of larger privacy wings — more on that below.

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U.S. Airlines with the Best Legroom In 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.

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According to statistics and records, Delta is a safe and reliable airline in the world. It may not have undergone occurrences threatening the life or property of a traveler in recent times. Additionally, this carrier is committed to offering flights with amenities to be used during emergencies.

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Turbulence still impacts Delta Air Lines. While Delta's tracking can help reduce the number of severe turbulent incidents the airline faces, not all flights escape. Most passengers will likely encounter some light or even moderate turbulence.

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