Is there a reliable, not too biased source/website to read about what airlines are best to take for what routes?
For example, I’ve flown BA and AA to LHR direct & it was an awful flight (tiny seats & super uncomfortable) & would’ve paid more $$$ for a better airline but I couldn’t find a reliable website to help me understand who generally has better seats (pitch, width, etc) and all that.
I’ve resorted to my own spreadsheets for flights (I know…) where I put the different info down & then compare prices. It’s not awful but damn, it’s a bit time consuming.
For context, I’m not an overweight individual I’m just willing to pay extra to not be crammed into a tiny seat with no pitch for 12+ hours.
SeatGuru isn't perfect but it'll be right more often than not with the seat dimensions, especially on popular routes.
Realistically I think airlines have figured out that they're mostly competing on price, not seat quality. Very few people price out flights and then choose the one that's $20 more expensive based on what the seats are like.
Super interesting. So, Houston to LHR or is it Houston to Amsterdam? I’m from the southwest so Houston ain’t a bad jump since I usually have to go through LAX.
Looking at the flights and seat map, looks like most of the seats are pay to upgrade for the extra legroom.
Is that what you mean with like 40% of the plan having extra legroom?
Options seem to be:
“Standard legroom (79 cm/31 in)
Conveniently located in the front, directly behind the Economy Comfort zone
Quick access to your seat during boarding”
Or
“Enjoy extra legroom (+10 cm/4 in) and recline (up to 5 cm/2 in)
Be one of the first Economy Class passengers to board
Conveniently located in the front of the Economy Class cabin”
Yeah, I’ve looked at that and done the points guy, transfers, spend X in 4 months get XX points but was hoping there was a general guide to flying in economy without losing your fucking mind lol
For example, I’ve flown BA and AA to LHR direct & it was an awful flight (tiny seats & super uncomfortable) & would’ve paid more $$$ for a better airline but I couldn’t find a reliable website to help me understand who generally has better seats (pitch, width, etc) and all that.
I’ve resorted to my own spreadsheets for flights (I know…) where I put the different info down & then compare prices. It’s not awful but damn, it’s a bit time consuming.
For context, I’m not an overweight individual I’m just willing to pay extra to not be crammed into a tiny seat with no pitch for 12+ hours.