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It’s understood that seats in first class are roomier than in coach. But did you know that some seats in coach are better than others?
Seats may be narrower in the back of the plane. Also, some seats may have more “pitch” — the space between your seat and the seat in front of you.
Get the wrong seat and you’ll have less legroom, more fights for the armrest and possibly a worse flight.
If you’re tired of being shoehorned into increasingly cramped airline seats, there are ways to get more space without upgrading to first class or paying more for better seats in coach.
The following are tips that can help you get the best seats the next time you book a flight.
What separates a good seat from a bad seat? Here are some guidelines:
To nab the best seats, try the following:
If you’re down to the wire and facing a cramped middle seat for a long cross-country flight, you may still be able to turn things around. When check-in starts, unreserved seats go up for grabs.
So, once the check-in process begins — typically 24 hours before the flight’s departure — log on to the airline’s website and try to select a better, unclaimed seat. You’ll have to act fast — these seats go quickly.
If all else fails, turn on the charm. A smile and a nice conversation with the gate agent, flight attendant or even another passenger might get you a better seat.
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