Which airline has the least legroom in economy?

No surprise here, Spirit, known for its nickel and diming fees, scrimps out on its legroom with an industry-low 28-inch pitch on all its planes. Similar to Allegiant, Spirit's seats are “pre-reclined,” which is just industry speak, meaning they have no recline ability at all.



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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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  • JetBlue. JetBlue scores at the top for the best airlines with comfortable economy seats. ...
  • Delta Air Lines. ...
  • Hawaiian Airlines. ...
  • Alaska Airlines. ...
  • Honorable Mention: Spirit Airlines. ...
  • Best International Airlines.


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Reviewing a list of seat pitch measurements, you'll see the typical range is roughly 30–31 inches. Note, however, that while a higher number can mean more legroom, it's not always a direct correlation—if the seat back is thicker, for instance, that means less legroom even if the seat pitch number might be higher.

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Skyscanner's research found that overall, though, the most sought after seat on a standard aircraft is seat 6A — thanks to its proximity to the front of the aircraft, it being located in an area with quieter engine noise, and because you're one of the first people to be served when the meal cart comes around.

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Most likely, it won't be comfortable, but you'll still fit at 300. Try and book next to an empty seat, if you can. I assume you already do that anyway, but I don't know how often you travel, or whether this is your first time. There's a Plus Size TikToker who gives tips for air travel.

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14 Tips to Make Economy Seating Way More Comfortable
  1. 14 Select A Good Seat.
  2. 13 Bring Your Pillow And Blanket.
  3. 12 Wear Comfortable Clothes.
  4. 11 Use The Tray Table For Extra Legroom.
  5. 10 Choose Aisle Seats.
  6. 9 Pack Lightly.
  7. 8 Bring An Eye Mask And Ear Plugs.
  8. 7 Stay Hydrated And Energized.


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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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Reserving a seat in the exit row is a good strategy for long-limbed folk. Aisle seats in these rows are especially sought after for stretching those long legs out. Larger planes sometimes have a double row of exit seats.

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The following airlines have some seats with widths below 17 inches, making them among the smallest in the industry: Qatar Airways. China Southern. Caribbean Airlines.

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Here's the ranking of US airlines from MOST complaints in May 2022 to LEAST complaints in May 2022:
  • American Airlines (575 complaints)
  • United Airlines (400 complaints)
  • Frontier Airlines (301 complaints)
  • Delta Air Lines (281 complaints)
  • Spirit Airlines (269 complaints)
  • JetBlue Airways (244 complaints)


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The Most Comfortable Airlines in the U.S.
  • JetBlue.
  • Delta Air Lines.
  • Alaska Airlines.
  • Southwest Airlines.
  • American Airlines.
  • United Airlines.
  • Hawaiian Airlines.
  • Spirit Airlines.


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You will be fine. at size 24 your bottom will fit in the seat BUT you may need a seatbelt extender (ask stewards as they pass) and you may find the table in front doesn't come down full.

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I am a bigger person, size 24-26-28. Will I fit in an airplane seat? You will probably need to buy two coach seats and ask for a seatbelt extender (or to have yours). Remember, two coach seats are generally much cheaper and more spacious than a single first class seat.

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Passengers who do not fit into the 17.8-inch seat comfortably with the armrests down must purchase two seats at the time of booking. The airline will then assign two seats next to each other, free of charge.

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Seats at the back of the plane tend to be bumpier, and sitting towards the back also means you're one of the last passengers to get off the plane after landing. Similarly, the bulkheads at the front of the cabin are where families with babies and young children sit.

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The Worst Seats on an Airplane for Turbulence
The flight attendant explained to Upgraded Points that they often notice turbulence more when sitting in the back of the plane than the front jump seats. Therefore, it may be best to avoid seats in the back of the plane, where there seems to be more movement.

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There is less turbulence towards the front and especially between the wings of the plane, since this area is more stable. For the same reason, if you suffer from motion sickness, it would also be better to be seated close to the wings.

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In fact, most regular airlines now charge for seat selection anyways. It's often around $10-$30 per seat per flight segment, so if you cave in and pay for that, it can add up quickly. You shouldn't do it. No matter which airline you're flying on, don't ever pay to select a seat.

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JetBlue scores at the top for the best airlines with comfortable economy seats. Passengers will enjoy an above-average seat pitch of 32-34” and a seat size of 17.8 – 18.4”. Not to mention, JetBlue is one of only two domestic airlines in the U.S. that offers free WiFi to passengers.

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