Is PREMIUM ECONOMY Worth It In The USA? (Delta vs American vs United)
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- Опубліковано 10 тра 2024
- Watch this video to spot the differences between Delta vs United vs American in PREMIUM ECONOMY!
We flew in Premium Economy Class on Delta Air Lines, United Airlines, and American Airlines: That's all Three Major US Airlines back-to-back to figure out which is the best and whether this upgrade is worth your hard-earned money.
Most of us travel in Economy Class and it can be a great way to fly! But, does it make sense to upgrade to Premium Economy? Each of these airlines says it is, but which really is the top Premium Economy airline domestically in the United States?
In this video, we’ll show you what it’s like to fly Premium Economy on Delta Air Lines, United Airlines, and American Airlines. We tried all three back-to-back on similar flights in order to show YOU what it’s like.
You’ll see the entire Premium Economy Class experience from boarding to landing.
Of course, we’ll take-off and check out the airlines’ seats, Premium Economy class food and drink offerings, inflight entertainment options, and even the onboard service experience for each one.
At the end of the video, we’ll rate Delta Air Lines, United Airlines, and American Airlines in order to find out which has the best Premium Economy…and which is the worst major US Airline in the Premium Economy Class in the United States.
We’ll rate the airlines based on
The availability of premium economy seats,
Boarding advantage,
Extra space you’ll get,
Any free drinks you might receive, and
The price premium we paid for these flights above Economy Class.
Economy Class Comparison:
• ECONOMY CLASS on THREE...
First Class Comparison:
• FIRST CLASS on THREE A...
My “Super Secret” Biscoff Cookie Recipe:
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The Long and Short of Premium Economy (CNN):
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0:00 Introduction
1:05 Delta
6:09 American
11:22 United
16:42 Conclusion
18:43 Bloopers
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Hello Jetsetters! I’ve seen some folks in the comments ask why we chose to use the term “Premium Economy” in this video. As I mentioned in Denver, there are distinct “Premium Economy” cabins on some long-haul flights. However, we believe the term “Premium Economy” is also the right way to fairly, accurately, and universally describe Delta’s “Comfort +,” American’s “Main Cabin Extra,” and United’s “Economy Plus” offerings on narrow body, domestic flights. The technical terms in aviation can be confusing, for sure. Thanks so much for watching!
I’ve been on American in regular economy and I’ve seen both pretzels and biscof cookies
Then why are you using the term premium economy? It's bull crap. You are lying to every single one of your viewers. These are not premium economy seats. They are economy main cabin seats with slightly extra room. Both American and United even call them what they are economy plus Or main cabin extra. They are not premium at all. They are just slightly extra legroom that's it. The real premium economy seats from American are actually called premium economy. They are not called main cabin extra. So how about you stop calling them a fake name and lying to everybody on here and change the title of your stupid video.
Interesting comparison should I ever fly economy in the US again... I had to give up on any flying with American years ago and my job has subsequently banned us from traveling them for business along with Southwest, Frontier, Allegiant, and Spirit. They by far have the worst customer service in aviation, rudest flight attendants, and the number of cancellations and delays on mainline legs in the US compared to the same trips on Delta, United, and even Alaska is mind-boggling. The last straw was a JFK to ORD flight where American delayed and delayed (claiming weather in Chicago).. Surprisingly all other airlines flights from JFK to ORD were departing without delay... We used points on Delta and were home in bed before American had finally cancelled at JFK.. Crazy and considering I can fly upwards of 300 days a year, far and away its Delta, JSX or Alaska (if its an option), United, then American.
In addition to your tape measure it would help us tall folks to know how tall each of you are for comparison.
I think the video should be titled based upon the fare class you paid for. Y = Economy. O = Premium Economy. J = Business. F = First.
For transparency, please let us know the fare class of your bookings....this will indicate if the airline classifies your seat as Economy or Premium Economy.
The right way to describe your seats is a "More Space/Room etc." of economy. The only difference you are getting is in hard product, there is no difference in service , which is distinct from actual Premium Economy.
Suzanne adds so much to your videos. Very genuine!
Yes she does!! Thanks!!
I had the same thought
i think the opposite. makes it seem like a scripted tv show
You asked about pilots making announcements pre flight. I fly primarily on Delta and recently a pilot stood facing the passengers and thanked us for flying. He was very funny and engaging telling us to keep flying Delta so he can continue working as he has three children who want to go to college. Made the great experience even better. Thanks for all your videos.
So a former SouthWest pilot?
As a 34 year Captain, I have to comment. People buy tickets based on Price, Convenience, loyalty points, and cabin experience. No customer will ever buy a ticket on a nonsensical PA by a busy flight crew
@@petrovichbauer5105 as a person who buys tickets, i agree
@@petrovichbauer5105true, but a personable flight crew *does* add a certain something to overall experience.
16:03 - 16:04 The fleet and route maps part of inflight magazines was always my favorite part. 😂
Important to note, Delta's extra cost for Comfort+ is not consistently that much extra. It appears to depend a lot on the route. I've seen plenty of flights where Comfort+ is only about $40 extra.
Agree, it will depend on the route, etc! Can’t hurt to check!
The route and the timing of your booking. I've gone back to see if I could modify a reservation and noticed that the price differences are more drastic the closer to the date of departure.
I’ve paid as little as $20 extra too so it really varies
The most frustrating part of flying is when you have a tight connection and you are in the back of the plane. By far, the biggest perk of flying in Premium Economy is that it is right behind First Class which gets you off of the plane much faster than in Economy and gives you a much better chance of making your connection.
Great point!!
Most frustrating part of flying is flying in general. People have gone butt crazy and get set off over the smallest little thing.
Don’t book tight connections
@@xr6lad Waiting for the next day's flight isn't a luxury that everyone has
xr6lad, sometimes your comfortable 90 minute connection becomes a tight 10 minute connection. If you are stuck at the back of the plane 4 rows behind the petite woman trying to wrestle her giant rollaboard out of the overhead she alone can consume all of the time you need to make your connection. Sitting further forward in Premium Economy can make all of the difference between making your connection or spending the night in the airport.@@xr6lad
After flying economy for all of my life, I was finally able to afford premium economy. Really good experience.
Can you be more specific?
I am always flying at minimum premium economy due to being 6’5” and I’ve never had even close to a pleasant experience when compared to business class.
Premium economy should be more along the lines of business light at the prices the crooks charge
@@CongressSux1776 I have disabilities and am moderately overweight, so economy seats are narrow and uncomfortable. The premium economy seats I sat in were noticeably wider, hence they were more comfortable.
@@davidp2888
You lost me “am overweight”
I’m 6’5” and struggle to fit in seats in any class, my excuse is I was born this way.
You on the other hand had to preface with “I have medical failures”
Airlines have made us think we have to pay more to be comfortable. So irritating. Paying customers are in a hierarchy.
I'm not one to geek out over liveries but seeing that retro southwest one at 14:50 made me pause the video. Amazing.
Transoceanic, South American and some transcontinental flights have true Premium Economy.
Yep. That's why these domestic reviews are so important. Premium economy on a short flight via A319/320/737 or something even smaller like a CRJ or ERJ is worth checking out before you buy a ticket. Most seating on regionals or narrow body aircraft are totally different than a large wide body experience.
I was a loyal Southwest passenger for many years, but I really enjoyed the extra room and newer planes on Delta and AA. I've upgraded to premium on both lines.
Leg room is the most important for me when flying then cost . Drinks , snacks and in-flight entertainment is less important. Love watching your videos
Last year, I flew on Delta and was in the Comfort + cabin. I was pleasantly surprised by it. Seat was plenty wide enough (and I could be considered a Customer of Size), did not require a seat belt extension and there was plenty of leg room (I'm 6'2"). Normally, I fly in First Class, but if need be, I will use the Comfort + on Delta again.
would love to see one of these for the actual PE products on these airlines’ wide body aircraft! United Premium Plus etc
Yeah, Jeb's video is really just clickbait. I've never seen the US 3 call their extra legroom seats "Premium Economy".
@@JuanWayTripsSHUSH IT AINT CLICKBAIT HE GOAT
GOAT = Greatest of All Time
Exactly! United's 'Economy Plus' isn't Premium Economy.
Yep. Premium Economy would be something like, a United flight from LAX-EWR on a 787-9. This video needs to be re-labelled as these are NOT Premium Economy class.
I LOVE these sort of videos. Your hub hopping ones I enjoy so much!
I was so happy to wake up and see this video in my notifications! I am flying delta comfort + in a couple days and am stoked! I love your videos!
Hope you enjoy it! Have a great trip!
@@GreenerGrassomg you replied to me!!! I am so happy
I always loved it when the captains used to make a small pre flight announcement about theflight plan, current time and weather at the current location and destination as well as give you a warm welcome.
At 14:50, that was cool seeing that Southwest plane with the really old livery and paint scheme.
Always excited when I get the notification! Thanks for a great video! ✈️✈️✈️
Another great video. I really love the content. Offering a strong co-sign to comments from those who are tall or have a larger frame. I am 6'2" and have broad shoulders. I recently traveled from DC to Burbank. The first leg to Denver (4 hours) was an economy window seat and it was brutal. Even the seatback IFE couldn't make up for the lack of knee room. The second leg was premium economy in a bulkhead widow seat. Pure heaven.
Glad to see the AA love! Great video as always
Honestly one of the best trip report UA-camrs out there 👍
Delta is my personal favorite US airline.
I think they are the best as well. But I don't like that they are incorporated DEI into their pilot hiring practices. That's scary.
Jet blue is the best if you want lower fees better service and want to upgrade at a reasonable price.
It used to be my favorite but I switched to United after delta changed their loyalty program
I've never had a good delta experience, not once. United has only let me down a handful of times and when I let them know about it, they usually give me some flight credit or extra miles for compensation. None of the 3 big ones are perfect, but Delta is also has the most delayed or cancelled flights. No thanks!
DEI is not what you think it is, the standards of hiring are still really high and yet I still see a lot of white, male and straight folks flying their planes so I disagree that this is affecting anything. You need to do some research on this whole DEI thing because is not what some news agency are describing it like. Just an FYI :)@@neutralcommenter7800
I liked the Rick Steves t-shirt! Great video as always Jeb and Suzanne.
Thanks!
What’s nice is when you book basic economy with AA and they randomly assign you main cabin extra seat. I’ve had that happen to me before. Granted I boarded almost last but there was still room for my carry on.
Thank you for this authentic perspective!
As a long-time American Airlines flyer, I'm glad to see they do some things right. :)
I've been flying AA for well over 20 years and have zero interest flying any other. I honestly don't comprehend WHY so many people cry & whine about not having IFE in the seat back.
I do pay my way, and DO fly Business (dom 1st). I don't need to spend an upwards of $300 for a video screen lol. I have a 10.1" tablet that works just fine. My content at my leisure.
Also, it astounds me why anyone would willingly pay for MCE (they do!) and not just go F. Matter of fact, I booked our upcoming trip (April) for CHEAPER than MCE. I'm just fine getting a flight credit vs a cash refund. Last years trip was free and clear (ok fine, $8 total) because we had trip credits piling up.
I book and hawk the rate. Matter of fact, we have $358 in credits to next spring which we'll be using. There was a flash sale on F and I called right after I took a screen shot. $179 each. Sale was over less than 6 hours later. I almost missed it lol.
But back to it. If people would just pay attention, they'd see it's 100% worth it flying dom 1st.
Checked bags: 30x2 each way so 120r/t.
Speedy check-in and security: we qualify it for $40 each as that's what it used to cost before they got rid of it. (160r/t)
Adult beverages: we each average 3 on direct and 4 with layover (2×2). At 10 per, that's another 120-180.
Meal cost is roughly $20 so there's another 80.
We're already at or just over $400 in "extras".
Finally, seating. Standard MCE rate is 25 (from MC) for a 17.3" seat. Being in F, it's a 20.5-21" seat so qualify that for 35 per segment, so with layover, another 140/rt.
$550!!!! We only paid an overage of less than $20 at the finish line.
I don't fly often on American, but when I do, I've faced one problem after another. I certainly wasn't impressed by so-called "First Class," the one time I splurged.
But removing the entertainment screens wasn't one of them. Watching movies on my device is just not comfortable.
@@guidonagle5075 what now?? You're reaching so far with this claim. Your device clips onto the seat back in front of you. The exact same spot that 9" monitor would be. Kindly explain your discomfort.
I love Rick Steves also. He has a Travel Center in Edmonds WA (1/2 hour north of Seatte) if you ever have extra time in Seattle
Loved the economy and business comparisons, I didnt even think about a premium economy comparison!
Hi Jeb & Suzanne,
Thanks for the informative video! I really appreciate the look at all three airlines.
As usual you have great camera presence.
Best Wishes,
Peter
I can't believe I was so close to seeing you. I work on the ramp right by Delta at DFW!
Thanks for all you do to keep us moving! Hopefully next time!
Great vlog as always! Keep up the good work! Be safe! Any trip onboard Epic of seas soon?
THANKS for all the info , GREAT job
For short haul and transcontinental, a regular economy seat will do, but if you are flying long-haul, then economy plus/comfort plus/main cabin extra may be the better option
That is a true statement over the long haul. It's, do you get there more relaxed or do you get there? As a 1/2? A person extremely tired for all the things in economy. When I fly across the nation , I either get you're a bit premium comma or business class for those reasons. My clients are paying me to hit the floor running. And I certainly have a hard time doing that. When I travel economy across the nation.
Unless you are tall. Regular economy is cruel for most Americans
I love Suzanne’s deadpan “what do Qatar and Emirates have to do with US Premium Economy?”
I mean she does have a point……beautiful planes though
These videos where you compare the big 3 U.S. carriers are my favorite!
Interesting as always!
I also can't wait for a Delta-United-American Business Class comparison
United airlines business class is the true first class. First class passengers are immediately offered choice of water/sparkling water/Prosecco/white wine while waiting for everyone to board. When in flight, FA’s walk around handing hot towels to refresh yourself, prior to meal service. During meal service, food is served in plates, with silverware and cloth napkins. Delta and American meals are served in pre made boxes with bamboo utensils, paper napkins and cold food. If I’m paying more than $800 dollars, I’d like my food served warm and with real cutlery.
@@Khrissy1220not sure when you’ve flown AA biz/first but I have never seen what you’re describing unless you’re talking about a short flight. Hope you are comparing apples to apples. On AA it’s always been exactly what you’re describing for United, except FAs walking around constantly distributing hot towels 😂 except at the beginning of service.
This is why I prefer your videos to ones like TrekTrendy. You talk about what the average person can do and experience and not just upload mindless 'most expensive flight/train/cruise' videos one after the other, replacing actual personality with 'once again I eat caviar' and 'look at me drinking Dom Perignon again.'
Hello, I really do enjoy your videos and I hope you continue what you do, its really an inspiring things that you share with us. So please continue doing your doing. So thanks for uploading.
I enjoyed this but ever since you mentioned the idea of a Southwest, JetBlue, and Breeze comparison as an idea in your “America’s Worst Airlines?” video I’ve been looking forward to that one. Given that you just did this one I understand if it’s not on the immediate horizon, but I’ll still look forward to it. As a Southwest customer I’m curious how you’d think those others compare.
Also as a Southwest customer I enjoyed this one since I’ve never flown them and I was curious if a little extra was worth trying another airline.
Nice work. Keep it up!
No because this is not premium economy. It's simply extra legroom seats.
Exactly why the seats are called premium economy seats duh
These seats aren't marketed as or sold as premium economy seats, duh.
They used to include free alcohol. I guess thats gone. My best experience in economy anyway was on a milk run on ASA. They had to use a bottle start at Deadhorse. Got really cold in cabin as it was winter. But they gave me 2 free rum plus a cheese tray. Plus it was on a 734 combi! Ive flown emirates and singapore as well. Didnt compare to regular economy on ASA.
@@Furiousbanner - yes, its what's on long haul wide body aircraft. It's a completely different product/seat. It's not sold domestically, in most cases. These are simply extra legroom seats and it's what they are sold as.
correct. comfort plus is not the same as premium select. same with economy plus and premium plus. very different.
I would say American is worth it because it's only like 40 more dollars than their regular economy
It's always a great day when Jeb Brooks posts! I love these videos! Don't stop what you guys do
This was a great video. You and Suzanne Have come to be one of my three traveling videos that I watch on a regular basis. This one I enjoyed very much because when i have to fly across the nation. Premium business class are the first two that I choose and because of my miles I do use upgrades for them. It's the difference of getting there a half of a person because you are dead tired of facing all of the things that come with just economy. But you can arrive a lot more rested and ready to hit the floor running as your clients expect you to do when you use either premium or business class. I do use first class but I have found the airlines that do have business class are my favorite beat. Because you get almost the same benefits as first class. And what you don't get I don't really care about. This great job this was one of my favorites. You too are my favorite team keep up the good work.
Korean Air looks like Pepsi.
This is such a random but true comment.
Suzanne is a great addition to the channel.As she carves out her own niche it expands the experience really well.
Hey Jeb and Suzanne! Love your channel and always look forward to your videos! Question, are you at all concerned about the condition of some aircrafts given the videos that continue to pop up on social media?
Very informative! Thank you!
Jeb, don't want to comment on this video, just want to say think all your videos are excellent. Really great content. Keep them coming.....top work 👍
I appreciate that more than you can know!
I love watching this guy's videos. Thanks Jeb
Always love a new video and this is great. I almost always fly first class, but maybe I can save some $$ by doing PE. Also, just want to say that Suzanne is such an asset to these videos. I love the combination of BOTH of your views and comments!
Helpful video Jeb! The various names of these mid tier cabins like economy plus, economy comfort, main cabin extra, premium economy are super confusing especially when comparing intl and domestic!
Hi Jeb! I would love to see a southwest “hub” hopping video. They obviously dont have hubs but i would love to see a hopping video on their crew bases. Happy flying!
Don’t they have too many “operating bases” for this?
Currently at eleven and Nashville later this year will be a dozen
Southwest actually does have HUBs they are just not very loud about promoting them. Examples BWI.MDW. “AND DAL.
@@CongressSux1776 yes, they do have a lot of crew bases but some of them are definitely not as prominent. They have a crew base at atlanta but i certainly wouldn’t call that a southwest hub as much as say MDW. I think Jeb could do it
@@jameswinward4354
What do you consider a “hub”?
Tampa is one of the largest “mid-size” airports and southeast makes up 54% of their daily flights.
So I don’t think you are very accurate
some of the hubs are ones other airlines have already like denver, atlanta, phoenix, Orlando and Los Angeles and overall there are quite a bit compared to others
11:37 I appreciate the Rick Steves t-shirt. He was my introduction to travel. I use to watch him on PBS when I was a kid. ❤❤
I’m so glad you’ve been flying to Denver!
I truly appreciate this video.
I took a Delta A321 from LGA to MIA in "comfort plus" and in regular economy on the return. For me (a relatively big guy) having the seats farther apart made a difference to me. On my flights, there was drink service -- and several times the flight attendants walked through the plane with trays offering cups of water.
Hey u guys been a long time so glad u and my girl are back 🖐🏽🖐🏽💯👍❗️
Loving the watch game as always, Jeb and Suzanne!
Love your videos ❤❤
We are doing Delta Comfort + on an international flight to Japan this summer. Thank you for giving us the view of the actual room. It was a pricey upgrade but I feel worth it on a 14 hour flight. Especially since the next level up is out of our reach and First Class is no where on the radar for us.
Thank you so much jeb! Like I said in try he last video,, I will travel a lot this year so this helps me decide what seats to book.
Personally with my UAL status I pretty much always sit in Economy+ and sometimes get upgraded to first but still…Love the vid!
Hey Mr. Brooks, love the channel and the content. What do you use to record videos? Iphone 15?
iPhone!
Jeb, great video as always. I'm surprised that the Delta pilots didn't make a preflight announcement; I'd say that is exceptionally rare. Also, have you tried Delta's "Premium Economy" on the widebody fleet? It's actually a higher class than "Comfort Plus" and is more like a domestic first-class seat. As for Wifi speed, there are so many different systems in use depending on aircraft type and when the equipment was installed; your internet on a given day might be really fast or really slow.
What a brilliant idea for a video, Jeb & Susan. I like your combination of Science and English Language Arts: the quasi- experiment comparing the 3 airlines, and the neat 5-paragraph essay format + bloopers.😊 For me, premium economy > economy whenever available, regardless of flight duration.
Out of PSP where I work, PE AA definitely caters and offers a better drink selection than that other two.. now if I were at a hub then it’s different for every flight and would go as DL, UA, AA. Great vid and thanks for the review.
So glad you made this video. Just booked premium selection with delta for July. Olympics
hell o again jeb brooks, long time since i’ve watched your channel
Very informative, always enjoy you're content.
Do you shoot your own "B" roll in the airport terminals or do you go with a service bureau?
We shot everything in this video except for the guy counting money. We licensed that bit
I had a long haul international flight from Ireland (Dublin) to Boston with Delta last year. We booked the Premium Select seats, they were incredible! Having that extra room and comfort seriously helped my fear of flying.
You guys are an awesome duo - in every respect. Thank you for bringing the world to so many of us with your helpful and delightful videos.
Thanks for your continued support!
Just flew Delta today. I'm 6'5" 370 lbs flew a 4hr flight. Let just say I was snugg. I didn't need a extension but I know going into everything I'm never going to be comfortable. I might check out comfort plus next time. I've watched many of your videos so i knew what to expect. Love your videos keep it up.
I’m on Delta choice plus for legroom to Rome. Have 1:30 layover from ATL and to say my anxiety is high is understatement. I was not aware how large airports is I’ll be fine. Thank you for this it really helped me.
As an AA rewards member that can select MCE at time of booking with at no extra charge, I search out the flights with these seats. An upcoming trip from OKC to BNA includes flights on the E175, 2x2, and 737, 3x3, all in MCE. Now we need to see if the recent level up to the upgrades as soon as 72 hours from boarding pans out to get us in FC. We don’t travel that much, but do put everything on a travel card, AA or Marriott, and that pays off. We target all the charges to one of our Advantage accounts. We use that account to purchase the tickets to make use of the perks with that level. We can definitely attest to the International Premium Economy. Well worth the upgrade. The only issue is you are that much closer to BC and can hear and see the improved service level.
I love your videos and please make these good videos I love your content
Seeing Suzanne wearing the shirt from one of my biggest inspirations and fellow Washingtonians, Rick Steves, made me smile a bit.
Always enjoy your videos and the analysis of the experience your various flights provide!
- Gary
Great Job! Thanks!
I missed the two of your. God bless!
4 days ago I booked a flight thru Delta for me and my elderly father. I was debating on economy plus so that he could be more comfortable but the cost seemed a little much. It will take two flights to reach our destination with each being less than 2 hours, and the upgrade seemed unnecessary for the flight times, but I was still debating. So glad I watched this video! Main Cabin, we’re staying with you! Thanks, Jeb!!
Most of my 1-2 hour flights wound up on American Eagle regional jets. The “funnest” one was a very delayed (wind and fog) flight from San Fransisco down to Orange County that basically meant 2 flights were crammed into one plane. The solo window seat I’d originally booked would have been much nicer than the window seat with a guy sitting next to me trying to read a very large newspaper the whole flight!
Actually the coolest ones were from NY to Toronto, a tiny little plane going international seemed crazy! Almost like a private jet… that held a few dozen people I didn’t know).
Jeb great vlog as always
I appreciate that!!
I love these type of videos
Choosing my seat is the key. I sit in the aisle when available, hopefully in the first row. I’ve often had to remind people sitting in my paid-for seat that they were in the wrong seat.
So happy to see this video. My husband and I are set to fly on American Premium Economy in about 2 weeks. My hubby needs more leg space due to a disability. I am 5' tall so it doesn't matter to me. LOL I really appreicate your insight and of course the Jeb score. You and Suzanne are just adorable together and I so enjoy your videos! 😊
For Delta Comfort plus you also get your dedicated overhead storage bin and you also get to choose your seat at the time you purchase your ticket online which is something I like to do.
i'm personally a pretty small dude and only 5'10 and i fit perfect inside the basic economy seats, i am very happy for local US Flights sitting economy, but for them longer flights as i do 3x a year, i book premium economy or first class on United, i only treat myself to first class once a year though when i do the super long 16 hour flight from Washington Dulles to Cape Town South Africa! cuz that extra comfort is needed in my opinion, hope this gave an insight to you Jeb! awesome video as always! united polaris is a must!
When I flew Delta Comfort + from STL to MSP, it was only $10 more each way, well worth the upgrade for more space. However, the crew never offered me premium drinks, either on the way up to MSP or on the way home. Maybe it's because it was only a 45-minute flight. That was a letdown. But I'd fly it again, especially for the price.
I found your latest video to be incredibly informative and it will definitely influence how I book my next domestic flight on a Major U.S. Airline. I live in Metro Atlanta and generally prefer Delta because of the number of available direct flights across the USA but now I will also consider American and United for domestic "Premium Economy." I'm 6"4" so it is worth it to me to book a seat with extra leg room. I like to be comfortable when I'm flying even if the flight is 2 hours or less. I'm not as much concerned about a Premium experience as I am about extra legroom. I will definitely look into American Airlines and United the next time I'm flying in between Atlanta and NYC, National (D.C.) , and BWI. If American and United offer a less expensive alternative to Delta's Comfort + product I will give it a try. Thx!
I routinely upgrade on DL from TPA to SAN & SLC
FREE meal box and drinks, priority boarding LOVE this product
Delta also offers upgrade possibilities after you have purchased main cabin
Love you guys and am a long time follower
Wish you could have compared longer flights. I get a lot of band for my buck going nonstop to SLC !
Love you guys ❤
Hey Jeb & Susanne! I love your videos & they really help me on bad days, I’m currently at London International Airport (YXU) London, Ontario. I’m waiting for my flight with Sunwing Airlines, I was wondering if you’ve ever flown them? You guys make great videos and you both are amazing and you should keep doing what you are because you both are kind amazing people, & you should never stop because your flights are really good, thanks for making UA-cam a better place! Thank you so much Jeb & Susanne, you’re both awesome!
-Sincerely,
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Domestic premium economy is the sweet spot IMO. ❤ Rick Steves. Thanks for the info + video!
I have only booked an upgraded seat on a US Domestic flight once, and it had little to do with the actual quality of the seat. Some backstory, In June of 2022, I was flying into the US, landing in LAX on a Qantas A380, however my ultimate destination was SF but All of the American connections were actually Skywest flights and I wasn't feeling that. So I took a bold action & booked a Delta A220 into SFO, canceling my Qantas itinerary after LAX. When it came to paying for my two checked suitcases, the fee was roughly the same as a First Class ticket which included two checked bags, and that's the reason I upgraded. By this point in my journey, between when I had woken up in NZL, flown to SYD, crossed the Pacific, passed through CBP, collected luggage, walked to the Delta terminal, checked back in, reentered security, found the gate & gotten to my First Class seat, I would have been awake for the better part of 24hrs, meaning that I might not have been as appreciative of any extra amenities on offer.
I am going to look into premium economy for my long-haul international flight. I definitely want to see if I can find videos regarding the international premium economy.
I'm a former flight attendant and I can explain the box under the seat. You were on an EOW aircraft (extended over water). That box contains the life vest. The first two flights were on land only aircrafts, which are authorized to go 170 miles over the ocean and only require a floating seat cushion.
This makes sense, thanks for sharing!
I took Premium Economy recently from Chicago to Munich--- one of the best international flights I've taken. Helped that middle seat was empty!!!
We flew premium economy to Hawaii from DFW. We got an amenity kit, blanket, pillow, one meal, one snack and sat in a two, three, two configuration. It was fabulous. On American!
After wandering through the skies all day, this is a great video to sit down and watch at home with some fresh Italian!
I had a layover in Denver flying United yesterday, and the gate across from mine was a flight going to Greensboro. I kept my eyes open for a Jeb sighting to no avail! I had a 737-800 with one of United’s new IFE screens earlier in the week and it was basically inoperable for watching anything. Even the safety video for my screen and everyone around me was glitchy.
I'm about to fly for the first time in 7 years. This is incredibly helpful. I used to fly so much they upgraded me every time! Those days are gone