Comparing economy class seats for your next flight?
Here’s what you should probably know.
Understanding the terminology around different seating levels can help you decide which ticket to book.
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And two of those premium economy and economy plus are often the hardest for travelers to distinguish between.
What is premium economy?
Many carriers such asAmerican Airlines,Air Canada, andSingapore Airlines provide premium economy products.
Other airlines also have one, offering similar levels of amenities under a different title.
Virgin Atlantic’s version is known asPremium, while British Airways' goes byWorld Traveller Plus.
What is economy plus?
For starters, it’s not as luxurious as premium economy, though it is more affordable.
It’s also part of the main class cabin, whereas premium economy gets its own section.
What is the cost and upgrade potential for premium economy vs. economy plus?
So, is splashing out for premium economy or economy plus ever worth the price bump?
It really depends on the length of the flight and your personal preference.
A JetBlue Even More Space ticket will run you $10 or more one-way.
You could even up to Comfort+ or first class on international flights, based on availability.
Where do economy and basic economy fit into all this?
The most affordable seats on the plane fall into the basic economy category.
