What is the difference between economy basic and classic economy on Copa Airlines?

Fares. Copa Airlines' economy tickets come in three fare levels: Basic, Classic and Full. Basic economy is the most affordable, but also offers the least perks. Classic economy fares come with complimentary seat selection, one checked bag, flight changes (for a fee) and increased award and status mileage earnings.



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Economy Full is the fare that offers the most flexibility for travel in the main cabin: It includes a carry-on of 10kg and two checked bags of 23kg each. You can select Premium and regular seats for free.

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Basic economy tickets are ineligible for refunds and don't include seat selection. Economy Plus features standard economy seats with extra legroom. Standard economy includes seat selection and a free carry-on. All three economy classes charge for checked bags on domestic flights.

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Of these, Economy Plus provides the most luxuries, with extra legroom and a generally better seat location. Standard economy allows carry-on bags and complimentary seat selection, while basic economy, as the cheapest of the bunch, carries the most restrictions.

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Basic economy is a newer airplane ticketing “class,” that is usually at a cheaper price than regular economy. For this reason, basic economy flight tickets usually lack cancellation benefits, flight choices and any permitted types of luggage past a single small personal item.

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You can bring your own food and non-alcoholic beverages to consume on board. If you bring alcoholic beverages on board, it is important that you know that their consumption on the flight is prohibited. Any alcoholic beverage purchased at duty free must remain sealed.

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Copa Airlines offers an in-flight entertainment system on its B737-800 aircraft. A selection of movies, TV series, music and games are available.

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Book a Basic Economy fare to get our lowest price. There are some restrictions, but you'll still enjoy a comfortable seat in the Main Cabin, free snacks, soft drinks and inflight entertainment. Basic Economy fares cannot be combined with other fare types.

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Your personal item like a purse or small handbag must fit under the seat in front of you. Dimensions should not exceed 18 x 14 x 8 inches (45 x 35 x 20 cm). These don't count as your personal item or carry-on: Diaper bags (1 per child)

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Most airlines allow passengers to bring on both a carry-on and a personal item like a backpack, laptop bag, purse, briefcase, shopping bag, etc. The general rule of thumb is that your personal item is smaller in dimension than your carry-on bag and it can fit underneath the seat in front of you.

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Most airlines allow passengers to bring on both a carry-on and a personal item like a backpack, laptop bag, purse, briefcase, shopping bag, etc. The general rule of thumb is that your personal item is smaller in dimension than your carry-on bag and it can fit underneath the seat in front of you.

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Let's break down what this actually means: On most airline basic economy tickets, you won't be able to select your seat ahead of time. Instead, you'll be assigned one at check-in or the gate. So you're not any more likely than any other passenger to get bumped from the flight.

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Let's break down what this actually means: On most airline basic economy tickets, you won't be able to select your seat ahead of time. Instead, you'll be assigned one at check-in or the gate. So you're not any more likely than any other passenger to get bumped from the flight.

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