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What are the seats like in Delta Premium Economy?

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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Watch out for the recline in front of you Premium economy seats recline farther than regular economy seats, making them more comfortable for sleeping. They're not lie-flat seats, or anything close to it, but they cradle the body more than regular economy seats.

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So, is Delta Comfort Plus worth it? The answer is entirely up to you. If you value extra legroom, space for your luggage and complimentary booze, then yes, it's worth spending the extra money.

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Preferred Seats include:
  • Exit row seats.
  • Bulkhead window and aisle seats.
  • Window and aisle seats in the front of Main Cabin.


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  • Basic Economy.
  • Main Cabin.
  • Comfort Plus.
  • First Class.
  • Premium Select.
  • Delta One®


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Delta Comfort Plus is a seat upgrade from the main cabin that offers up to 3 inches of additional legroom and dedicated overhead luggage space. Conversely, Delta Premium Select seats let passengers stretch out with a reclining feature, wider seat, footrest and premium amenities.

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It depends on a variety of factors, including the airline, the route, the time of year, and the availability of seats. In some cases, upgrading at the airport can be a cost-effective way to experience Business Class perks without paying full price. In other cases, it may end up being more expensive.

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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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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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Extra baggage allowance With Premium Economy you can check in up to two items of luggage free of charge. You also get exclusive access to the Economy check-in desks.

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Global and Regional Upgrade Certificates: Global Upgrade Certificates, available exclusively for Diamond Medallion Members, offer upgrades on both international and domestic flights with Delta and select partner airlines.

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After booking, you may be presented with the option to upgrade with miles at Delta.com or through the Fly Delta app. You can check your reservation at any time to see if this is an option. Alternatively, you can contact a Delta representative to upgrade with miles.

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And that's why they're, predictably, so hard to come by. So, can you simply ask for one and get it for free? No, not really — not even if it's your honeymoon. But in some cases, you may be able to ask to pay for an upgrade, which you can do from booking till boarding.

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There's a lot to love about flying Delta Premium Select, but it doesn't get high marks for everything. Most importantly, the seats are a significant upgrade from economy: wider, more legroom, better padding, and more recline to help you sleep.

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Delta primarily uses its wide-body aircraft on long-haul flights to Africa, Asia, Europe, Oceania, and South America. Its Airbus A330s, Boeing 767-300ERs, and Boeing 767-400ERs mainly operate on flights to Europe, while the Airbus A350-900 mainly operates on flights to Asia and Oceania.

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Extra Legroom: One of the primary advantages of Delta Preferred Seats is that they offer extra legroom compared to standard seats. This additional space can make a significant difference in terms of comfort, especially on longer flights.

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