Is it better to dish out for a comfortable seat and the perks this brings, or fly economy and save those dollars for a splurge on the ground? In 2022, the answer is clear, writes missleetulloch. TravellerAU
Prices for premium seats on planes are sky-high right now, meaning turning left, not right, for your seat will cost you thousands of dollars - sometimes tens of thousands - more than sitting further back in the plane.
One of the perennial decisions for travellers with enough discretionary income to stretch their budgets to business class is whether to dish out for a comfortable seat and the perks this brings, or whether it's better value to fly economy and save those dollars for a splurge on the ground - a swankier hotel, a few more meals in lauded restaurants or a memorable side trip, perhaps.
By submitting your email you are agreeing to Nine Publishing's terms and conditions and privacy policy. Advertisement There are those who are tall or large, in poor health, suffer from DVT, or have challenges with mobility, who find it impossible to fly in the cramped confines of economy. Until airfares return to normalcy, they're probably not taking long flights right now.
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