Best domestic first class reddit I’m just using miles so I’m not really feeling the pain but I don’t want to overpay. Alaska first class is what premium economy is for international travel. 4B revenue. Comfort+ was getting drinks before First was even close. Posted by u/Gorstrom - 4 votes and 25 comments For the PS experience, don't expect the same as domestic first. First class is an oversized seat. Thanks! I’m assuming a regular non-transcon domestic route. It's just not worth the money for a It’s domestic first class so it’s mostly just a nicer seat and no extra charges for bags, liquor or food. I’ve also flown 50+ domestic first class flights on various airlines. Right now you’re on Delta1 equipment, and you’ll likely keep that, but yes, it could be subbed for normal domestic First Class. I'm just commenting on the experience because I'm so surprised. Bahhhhhhhh I just want a shower. As others have said Alaska gives a couple more inches than competitors for domestic first class and it is noticeable 61K subscribers in the americanairlines community. (New York to LAX/SFO) route which has lie flats. I've heard FA's call out people saying "that space is for first class passengers only please!" or go as far and ask who's bag is theirs. The flight from Newark to New Orleans is only about 3 hours and on domestic flights, "first class" is barely better than coach. This is the subreddit devoted to American Airlines. The in-seat entertainment system hasn’t been updated since the 90s. So there was 1 first class seat left and it was the back row so the seat doesn’t lean back even an inch, whereas on Delta, the last row of first class does recline. But I've also seen random people in the preboarding groups put their stuff first class overhead space even though they weren't in first and nothing happened. Here's a blog post describing it. We do have a couple of cocktails so it makes it closer to worth it. All this. First class quality can also vary on your plane. You can see layout on aerolopa This is the 8:10pm departure, yes? If so, there are only 5 seats still for sale in first. We’re not shills. Ultimately, determining the best domestic first-class experience depends on personal preference. I guess my priorities are slightly different from all of you flying foodies. Especially now when first class service is really not much improved from coach. 103 votes, 164 comments. I generally eat beforehand and/or bring food with me. The non-ER domestic 777-200s (and four of the 777-200ERs) are configured for high-density seating. First is larger seats, more legroom, no middles, free drinks. I wouldn't pay for domestic first if I had a choice, at double the price unless it was their p. If I were you I'd look into Singapore airlines on the A380 from JFK to SIN with a stop in Frankfurt. Polaris Lounges are by far the best US Business Class Lounges. I was wondering if there would be any food in the first class cabin. It isn’t obvious, so don’t feel embarrassed. Flying 1st class this week (with points) on an Airbus A321. I am not a frequent flyer and I don’t want to pay for first- or business-class accommodations, but I would still like to fly in as much comfort with as many perks as possible included in the ticket price. If you search using Google flights and indicate first class, it will tell you if the fare is higher or lower than average. Might not be worth it since you’re getting alcohol and at least snacks in first class. The seats are similar to domestic FC, although they do have footrests and are slightly nicer in some cases. They make x for the job. Similar butt padding to the MAX, but noticeably more back padding. For domestic travel, MCE is often enough. Upon boarding, I was greeted kindly by the FA and offered a welcome drink after First class is just such a dream to fly on Delta. But it all depends on what you can comfortably afford as the other posters said. I don’t fly this route so others may have actual first hand experience but my understanding is that snacks are not required to be offered in first class unless the flight is 300 miles or more (fresh food/meals start at 800 miles). Crypto. Need help? Check the links in the navigation bar at the top, if you can't find what you're looking for, just ask! The snacks are pretty good and they don’t care how much you take, but it’s just going to be them walking around a couple of times with a basket. The first class on the domestic polaris widebodies is sooo nice. Hi gang - I’m looking to get recommendations for which to pick for my meal. So being comfy and having plenty of leg rooms on long flight is a boon! yes, please don't act like a dick on first class. Nope nope nope. The only decent products within the US are F/J in the premium transcon market. Lounge access is only for those with a CC, paid annual membership or traveling in BUSINESS class. Just a random example, 5X more revenue, however, Singapore Air has better cabins, better service, better foods, they do a great job at what they do, I’ve flown them a couple times and I’m always shocked how amazing their customer service. Flights departing these airports between 900 and 2,300 miles only have meal boxes: There’s been a lot of chatter around the loss of lounge access on FC bookings (except coast to coast), but I’m wondering about the state of their FC product overall - especially on Transcon flights where competitors are offering a premium product (Delta One, JetBlue Mint, United ps, American Flagship) compared to standard domestic first class. You'll probably get the same meal as main cabin gets, no dedicated FA, etc. I would not expect lie-flat seats, unless you end up in a situation where the airline is using an international-configure lid airplane on a domestic flight. United domestic first class - new seat . It will elevate your travel experience yes, but don’t expect it to open doors that would be otherwise closed. I'm still skeptical that domestic first class will ever be fully catered again. Yeah, domestic first class is really just a premium economy product. If you’re opening it to platinum card members etc, you should at least include first class customers on your own flights. But that’s never the case, as first is almost always more expensive than economy. That being said, in my opinion, domestic first is not something you should spend money on, but you can go for it if you use miles or a complimentary upgrade cert. We did fly first class for our honeymoon to Vegas, and there was something about having a drink during boarding and being first class that did make it feel a bit more special. You make your food selection using the Alaska Air app prior to departure. Perks are just food + drinks, but I rather save my appetite than shell out on upgrades going forward. Depends on cost whether it's worth it for that short of flight. Status doesn’t get you in there, you need an international (transcontinental) Business Class ticket. a lot of the time, its based on catering. Don’t confused domestic “first class” and Flagship international “first class”. I occasionally get upgraded to an exit seat or comfort plus but this is my first time in First class ever. Found this out on SEA-ABQ. See, Delta alone had 54B in revenue, Singapore Air 11. Thanks for much for your insights!! As an infrequent first class traveler, this helps put things into perspective tremendously. Does the very front row have any advantages or disadvantages over rows 2-4 in first class? It’s a 6 hour flight; planning to sleep the whole time and want to maximize my I think it’s more likely that the cabin you’re looking at is Premium Select. I recently flew first class from ORD-LAX. Post any questions you have, there are lots "The first-class recliners are 21 inches wide and feature 5 inches of recline and 37 inches of pitch. On the other hand prices relative to inflation have gone way down. However, domestic first class tickets should include sky club access. . 36 votes, 98 comments. First class doesn’t get you access the Alaska lounge on flight less than 2,100 miles. International first/business class generally is IMO. The First Class product on short-hop domestic flights does not offer anything that tangibly improves my overall travel experience. It is actually still "business". It's actually even a bit more complex than that: The CRJ and E-Jets use different F seats A220: Collins MiQ, basic version (Same as PS, AA 'Oasis' F, AA PE, many others) On a 2 hour flight, there's a minor difference between a 2-2 first class recliner and a 3-3 economy class seat. As for ORD, you could've gone into the much better less crowded Polaris lounge (even could've gone into the United Club) since you were flying business on a Star Alliance partner. It’s the only real domestic First Class product there is so it realistically has to be the best. The seats are more comfortable (IMHO) than the old 738 big leather seats and the newer MAX seats. I’ve been paying for a lot of first class upgrades lately, and I absolutely think it’s worth it even for flights of this length. Treat yourself. From 12am-6am and I was wondering will United give me a Saks fifth Avenue blanket and pillow. Status_Fox_1474 Have you flown domestic first class before? If not, maybe splurge this time and you'll have a data point for the future to see if it's worth it for ya. s. Delta 1 is a lie flat seat with privacy. It’s a good card, the benefits of it and the travel insurance protections are good as well. But, it's only a 50+ minute flight, so not too worried about it. Alaska’s first is just a nicer way to travel not a real first class experience. I think some airports have lines for first class and such but I’m not sure if those. I'm currently on my first 738 with the United Next interior, and I'm a huge fan of the new domestic first seats. It’s just my first time writing about it. for recent first class trips i’ve had the options breakfast: smoked salmon, charcuterie board, banana bread, cold oatmeal lunch & dinner have been: italian ham sandwich, prosciutto sandwich, roast beef sandwich, and some form of weird grain bowl Curious what this group thinks about domestic first class, when it’s worth it, and how you value it. If you reside in a major hub city like Houston, Atlanta or Miami, your preferred airline is likely predetermined. Their A380 first class product is one of the best in the world. MCE is slightly more leg room and free drinks. Food on a Red eye Domestic First Class I have a red-eye flight coming up that leaves around midnight from the west coast to the east coast. Okay, so too late. Both have award waitlist of 20k + $75. For like $10 an hour, I’d do domestic first, but definitely not worth a hefty premium since it is just a wider seat and a few more inches of legroom. Absolutely love first class and $150 is nothing! Just make sure the plane is true first class and not a smaller planes first class, there is a difference in the types of planes so just google the type of plane it’s on. Seats vary based on aircraft, with larger aircraft offering wider seats & regional models having more limited Ahh jealous! Upgraded to first class for the first time my last work trip and man, do I not miss sitting in economy. Domestic First is just wider leather chairs. I’m not tall but even at 6’3” wont have legroom issues in first class. Save your money. Is there currently anyway of knowing which planes have the new first class seats fitted? Aircraft is listed as 737-900. In the USA - there is "Domestic First" but no real "First" in the sense of a 3 class airliner. I ban shills. I pay for first class because I’m 6’4” 250lbs and the regular seats are not comfortable. I NEVER book the window so I don't know if they have it fixed in the up position or if you can lower it. On flights where First is available for $140, economy plus could still be going for as much as $90. Last week I flew DCA to SRQ (960 miles) first class and all they did was drink service and snacks. This is not my first experience like this on United. You can’t take it with you. And the “business class” seats on these flights are better than all And to make things even more confusing: Flights to Canada are marketed as United First up front, yet you do get lounge access. All flights are on narrowbody I tend to put the value of first class at a $200 premium, but it depends on many things. true. You just can’t trust it on domestic. Delta first class is worse than Alaska first class. However, it is only offered If not, that could be why you didn't get access in PDX since regular United domestic First does not get access to the United Club. Other than some plastic around your head to add to the already claustrophobic domestic F experience, I'm not sure that I see anything changed here. Especially considering that (for example) the Frontier Airlines A320neo Stretch seatis classified as a ‘premium’ product as well. Bringing my own food/snacks on board, so don't really want something too filling anyways. As a platinum status AAdvantagetage member, I was conveniently upgraded from business class to first class approximately 24 hours before my flight. I really don’t feel this is a huge splurge for the fatfire community. First, is domestic First class worth it? I know it's nothing compared to long haul business but is Ceteris paribus, I’d go domestic first class. Price wise it'd be a terrible decision. This is a question about the Collins Aerospace MiQ cradle seats in domestic first (like you find on the A321neo). Domestic first class is nice and would definitely be great for a trip of that length but it pails in comparison to international business class. Chocolate Hazelnut French Toast Strawberry Compote, Bacon Croissant, Fruit with Peach Preserves Screwdriver 2,300 miles has a meal 24/7, while 900-2,300 is only before 9pm. So if you are a slower showerer, you will want to turn off the water when you lather up. They will constantly check on you. I believe first class seats are best used when traveling internationally as they are long flights. Conversely, travelers in cities like Los Angeles, Chicago I still think domestic first class on all of the big 3 is the economy service level from 20 years ago with a slightly bigger seat. You can also use the flight watcher to be notified if fares change (up or down). Jetblue. Sorry that happened to you! But take some comfort from the fact that it happens many From commuters to couriers to world-class racers, Vancouver is home to cyclists of all abilities and interests. Now in coach you are basically a sardine in a can. Reply reply More replies [deleted] In first class on Alaska I wouldn’t even worry about it. There might be airlines like Jet Blue that do it but they're niche players. So mileage upgrade probably won’t go through anyways. I also have found that there are more flight attendant in first class that are not so customer friendly compared to AA first class. My parents are currently booked in economy for BWI-SFO RT. Service will be similar to domestic first as well. Only you can decide if $550 is worth it, but I imagine the price will only go up over the next few weeks. But we got a decent deal on the tickets, and it was just a bonus of the trip, My first time in a lie flat around 15 years ago (before I started traveling internationally, but after I started buying first/business class tickets) was unexpected when I boarded a mostly empty plane for a domestic leg years ago. You won’t have lounge access, but it’s $50 (or $59)or 5900 points. Upgrade to domestic First costs $399 for outbound and $907 for return. In both cases it would be business/first class, which I have flown before on Delta and it's basically just a bigger seat, 2-per-row seating and a quieter part of the plane plus you board and deboard first. There is no United business on domestic flights. View community ranking In the Top 5% of largest communities on Reddit. Check out the sidebar for intro guides. I never flew in first class in the 90s, red eye, short haul etc where a hot meal wasn’t provided. Delta wants guys like me that are dumb enough to buy first class for a whole list of reasons. Disadvantages to domestic first: PS does not Posted by u/Forsaken-Ad-7502 - 2 votes and 14 comments Does anyone know what the "Vegetarian Non Dairy Meal" is on a domestic first class flight? (the option all the way at the bottom in the picture below) Flying ATL to SFO if it matters. they are similar but I find united with older planes, so experience varies. Being able to walk in to the airport and just drop your bag at the counter, walk on the plane and put your bag directly above you, then be able to get off within 3 I have heard Delta is the best out of the the three. What’s a reasonable cost you would pay (it’s fluctuated from $450-$850). Seats are wider and usually more padding. AA F on the A321t is the best domestic premium experience. Thanks! Very few airlines have a true first class and the ones who do only have it on certain routes and only release limited seats for points rewards. I fly mostly shorter segments and when that upgrade clears, it’s great. It’s a pale shadow of business internationally or what first class was in the past. Thanks! Don’t expect miracles though. If I was a big or tall person, or someone who cared a lot about being seen in the FC cabin I suppose I might feel differently, but until you start pushing 5 hours in flight I'm not going to pay any extra for it. The airlines are enjoying this cost savings far too much. Just so you know, first class on this flight isn’t a lie-flat “Flagship” product. The only difference you'll really feel with AS is how recently they've been renovated. 12 votes, 18 comments. Over domestic first: PS has 13" IFE which is as big as it gets before getting into a D1 suite (18" on the A350) PS has a leg rest. if we have a quick turn and the plane hasn’t had the chance to be catered, we obviously cannot do a pre departure service. Do you think a $400 first class upgrade is worth it, or is there a chance for the price decrease in the future? I'm not experienced with upgrading after booking. Overall, there isn’t a large marked difference between both the hard and soft products of domestic first class. I will occasionally take advantage of the upgrade offers on the app for my return flight after long work trips because to me those tiny comforts go a long way to reducing stress. They simply refer to it as a ‘premium’ seating option, which is being modest to say the least. If you don't have any particular status with United, remember that a first class ticket comes with Premier Access, which includes priority baggage handling and faster lines at check-in, along with two free 70lbs checked bags. So for your specific situation. There is no lie flat "first class" in the US carriers anymore. Seat was a little roomier and there was actual space in the overhead bin. Each first class passenger can reserve a half hour in the shower room, but only 5 minutes of water (since a plane can only hold so much water). Think about it this way: 50k pesos will get you 2 r/t domestic tickets if you catch the low saver level tickets. From lie-flat seats to enclosed Which airline has the best domestic first class service? I usually fly United but on a trip next week I have a choice of Northwest or Continental. Does anyone know what the "Vegetarian Non Dairy Meal" is on a domestic first class flight? (the option all the way at the bottom in the picture below) Flying ATL to SFO if it matters. 120 votes, 18 comments. Yes, you can complain. If that's the case, I THINK you get access. I’m flying first class (2F) for the first time next week (SEA to BNA). If I'm not mistaken, Z fares are marketed as Delta One. The short of it, I’ll take the coach seat we have today. You can google your equipment type on Delta and see video reviews of the FC cabin to get an idea of its layout. Well you took a domestic flight and it's hardly worth flying business or first class without reason on a smaller plane and a shorter distance. Kept the lights on at 10pm. From the seats to the meal to the perks. They have a free a la carte restaurant, nice bar, great showers, Most domestic flights, including flights to Hawaii, don’t offer business class. I don't think any US based full carriers include lounge access for normal domestic first class, and certainly Delta has never included Sky Club access for such. Alaska first class isn’t anything more than nice big seats and a hot meal. Curious are any seats better than the others? From what I could tell it looked like the last row didn't recline all the way. There should be a meal service with a few choices. Business class and first class (if you plane has it) both offer lay flat seats, with much more personalized service than you’ll get in the back of the plane. Maybe October isn't a busy time to fly to Denver lol All domestic United flights only offer First class. " They are lay-flat however, but do arternate forward/backward facing. When I was in NYC and LA last week the lounge entry fast lane said Delta One then First Class listed as those who could use the lane. Domestic first class is nothing to really write home about unless it’s free or somehow dirt cheap by pure luck. It's just all business class. The First Class Members are customers who own an active Delta Sky Club Membership and are traveling in First Class. * *with the exception of the premium transcontinental flights, as mentioned in another comment. I have only flight first class in united and AA. Well, you said first class but you also said it's a Z fare. You do have the privilege of paying $30 for lounge access though. Pre/post pandemic they will keep your drink full. From what I've seen this depends on your FA onboard. The immediate application for me is that I’ve got a Christmas Day red eye coming up between San Diego and Newark with first class availability, but I fly domestic a lot so I’m broadly curious. Terms & Policies comments sorted by Best Top New Controversial Q&A Add a Comment. Hey everyone I would like to ask a question I am flying United 777-200 domestic first class from Los Angeles to Chicago and it is a overnight flight. This subreddit exists for us to share news and events related to riding around this wonderful city. Enjoy the free drinks and be courteous! Much of the discussion surrounds loyalty rewards programs. Earlier boarding. A First Class ticket is not an eligible credential for Club entry. I don’t pay for first class for the food. There’s simply no comparison. for a Mid-West to San Diego, odds are you are looking at the same front of cabin seat offer even if Flights to DEN are only at 7AM which doesn't work for me, so I'd be connecting somewhere whereas with United I'd be flying direct. Posted by u/ArchangelOKC - 2 votes and 15 comments Just got upgraded to first class and have an option between an aisle seat in rows 1 or 3. The seats are the most comfortable, they are usually on time, they have great snacks in economy, they have the best domestic first class, the flight attendants are nice, and they have tv screens. The other option was a cheese and fruit pack. Chances are Caribbean is simply first class. Do y’all have any tips to maximize the experience, or general good to knows? First things first, what is the best meal option? Cheers! Edit: just learned AA = American, not Alaska. I’ve flown over 40 trans-pacific delta one suites (business class) and ANA the room (also business class) at $5-10k/trip. IIRC United considered SFO-BOS "premium transcontinental" not long ago, but it's definitely not considered as such now, which is odd because as far as I can tell all the flights are operated with 757s with flat beds up Going by myself so figured I might upgrade to first class. Less leg room, the food isn't as good, and the service is, on average, worse (although depends on the flight. Lie flat only, I was extremely underwhelmed with first class AA 737-800, was comparable to a basic business class upgrade. But yeah, as Best thing about FC or even first rows of C+ with status is convenience. For whatever reason though, United chooses to extend UC access to other *A member airline’s elites on US domestic flights. I fly first class frequently for my job so I have lots of datapoints of different airlines, and IMO United is the worst, arguably worse than Southwest / Jet Blue economy. The FAs in the back cabin do a solid job - but the difference between that and first are just night and day. AA removing tv screens also, lame Has a Reddit iOS Reddit Android Reddit Premium About Reddit Advertise Blog Careers Press. Service standards will be according to domestic First Domestic first can highly differ based on the time you are flying and the plane. I guess no one thinks it’s worth$160 or (like me) they are hoping for the free upgrade! Please don't downvote me because I totally know this is literally a "first world" problem but I am curious if any super-frequent fliers have any insight on this. Airlines are like the Greyhound Busses of the sky. ) However, Delta D1 is not first class, it's a higher tier product (lie flat seats, better food) and Alaska does not compete against it or offer a similar product. Unless you have tsa precheck or clear or something like that, you’ll just be in a general security. Domestic First Class Meals . " So exactly what is currently offered in 'F' on the rest of the domestic fleet. I think it's a snack box. The lowest I’ve ever seen is $49, I saw that for a flight from CLT to CRW. There is a fun novelty of being served a meal on the plane, especially if you haven't flown first class before or rarely do, but the quality of food is like a nice microwaved meal. United Domestic First doesn’t get UC access, so MP*G doesn’t either. Now they throw some pretzels at you and try to sell you their branded credit card. 8 seats left in first class. I'm not sure if you get meals these days. Which airline is the best for this? Thanks in advance for your replies! Domestic First Class is literally just short-haul premium economy. It's nothing like real international first class. A domestic First Class ticket does not get you access to United Club locations. When first is within $50 of economy plus, it becomes easier to rationalize. First flight was underwhelming 1st class experience. Because our trip was booked Business, we're in the first class on the A319. There are a few bright spots tho. Mostly because the new announcement is geared towards purchased first class tickets. The only domestic first class routes that are truly remarkable are the premium NY-LA/SF F routes on AA, UA, DL and Mint. I used miles and got a round trip ticket for 32k air miles first class Idk how I got it but I did. You can get it for Domestic D1, and before that was a thing for basically those same transcon flights in domestic F. The hummus side dish can be good and the fruit has always been quite good and fresh whether it be the breakfast or side for lunch/dinner. I am a Skymiles member but post Covid I don’t fly nearly as often so imagine my Silver Medallion surprise that on a 2 1/2 hour domestic flight I got upgraded to first literally minutes before boarding. Domestic first class on all carriers is not lie flat - it's just wider recliners. comments sorted by Best Top New Controversial Q&A Add a Comment Additional comment actions. The best place on Reddit for admissions advice. America/United on trans cons usually have what first class/business class actually is. We're talking like an extra $1K for the roundtrip upgrade for a total of 8 hours of flight time (4 each way). Best, XXXX I’m honestly shocked that that is a consideration for people booking a flight, especially domestically with delta. Get the Reddit app Scan this QR code to download the app now. There are rumors of the better PS service starting back up as it was a few years ago, but until someone here actually experiences it, I'm not believing it. I like having bag with me. PLANE GO WOOSHHH!! READ PINNED POST BEFORE POSTING/COMMENTING IN THIS PLACE. Domestic USA flights are usually marketed as being "First Class" when you look directly with the airline, but the various sites you mentioned talk about it as being business class. I think this is a 250 mile flight that’s in the air (takeoff to touchdown) about 40 minutes. On a 13 hour flight, the difference between a 1-2-1 first class lie-flat bed and a 3-3-3 economy class seat is several hours of sleep, comfort, and feeling sharp when you arrive. Lufthansa's seats aren't quite as good, but the First Class Terminal in Frankfurt is top-notch, and so is the Swiss First Class Lounge in Zurich. You get Technically, JetBlue does not classify Mint as a first class product. You’ll also get complementary alcohol. My tips: Travel any day not popular with business travelers on your route. To me flying first class is one of the key things fatfire has allowed me to attain. Reply reply I'm a first time United flyer flying from MCO to SFO during Thanksgiving break. As a EXP, I would rarely pay anything for an upgrade to first. There is no premium economy on domestic flights, only main (aka economy)cabin (which is MCE, Main, Basic). This. I don't fly first class very often but for the last few years the only pre-ordered meal options have been "golden chicken", "short ribs with pimento mac & cheese", and "(some chef nobody's ever heard of) grain bowls". Has to be 1A-4A on the CRJ900 right ?! I love it. com Visa Card — the world’s most widely available crypto card, But I had a very good and busy year and I'm doing a big trip and that got me thinking of making the upgrade to first class. I never flew first class :( I wish I could get a first class flight. Probably two others times this year on different air lines where I didn’t get it. The hierarchy: Delta One (Business Class) Premium Select First Class Comfort+ Economy (Main) Basic Economy Is upgrading from Comfort+ to First Class worth 60K Sky Pesos? My wife isn't fancy; I just want her to have a good time. A place for the discussion of British Airways, including flights, holidays, airport facilities, and of course, the Concorde. D1 has lie flat seats. Where it really comes into play is when you go overseas and then you get a bed like arrangement with complete privacy. United may sell 'Business' class seats on those planes, but they are not "Polaris Business Class. On Emirates, they have a first class shower. Depending on the plane they might be bigger. Consider the length of the trip (this is not a 90 minute jump) and the fact that you are connecting (among Delta First Class offers SkyPriority services & priority boarding, providing a smoother airport experience. I love everything about JetBlue and they are definitely my favorite US airline. I want the whole experience to be fun for her and am leaning towards upgrading, but given the price has declined from $500 -> $250 over the past several weeks, I may just wait and see if it continues to drop as we approach the travel date. Currently seated in 1D and 1F. It wasn’t that long ago that todays typical first class amenities were standard fare for the entire plane. A First Class ticket to or from Canada does. They don’t have lie flats on most domestic flights, even for trans-pacific flights between mainland and Hawaii. Flights of more than 900 miles may include warmed mixed nuts, plus a meal service or at least a more substantial snack if it’s outside of meal hours. For everything you want to see, do, eat, and buy in the Alamo City, and places you can drive to within an hour of SA! Visit us for The Alamo, The Missions world heritage site, Six Flags and Sea World. If you are flying during a meal time (breakfast, lunch, dinner), you will be provided with a meal. It's just a wider seat and slightly better food. My upgrade request for today wasn’t filled, flight was full, and I wasn’t about to send $2,000 extra to guarantee the first class seat. There are other premium cabin fares that do too, such as transcontinental Business. That said, you only live once. As someone who is also flying first class for the first time, I think it's not worth it to pay normally but for $60 that's pretty cheap. Food was turkey gruben (turkey and slaw) sandwich with dark chocolate square. Domestic first class generally isn’t worth it as a splurge unless it’s for a transcontinental flight in one of the updated premiere first classes, ie Delta One, United Polaris, JetBlue Mint. The first class upgrade for our first flight is only $65 per person and considering we'd have two bags to check I though it might be worth it. comment sorted by Best Top New Controversial Q&A Add a Comment From delta’s website: “On flights with 900-2,299 miles, enjoy a chef-curated breakfast on departures for 5AM to 9:45AM flights, lunch on 9:46AM to 3:59PM flights, dinner on 4PM to 8:59PM flights, and a selection of snacks. I don’t fly first class in the following They are bearable at best. The major carriers have now seen that people will accept far less and still pay the full fare so why spend more revenue than necessary. Other than that I couldn't really see much difference. J Quick take: American Airlines' A321neo first class started with a stressful boarding experience and meager amenities but made up for it with impressive aircraft features and a The short answer is that, according to our analysis, Delta Air Lines and United Airlines offer the top first class airline tickets to travelers. I do think regardless, they are similar. I just flew an older worn 757 first class and quite frankly it wasn’t much better than a premium economy seat + a hot meal (for longer flights only) and drinks if you want them. Delta uses the same red color to designate it as they do for domestic first class. I've seen some things that say first class gets free baggage check. Meals are decent for domestic first. Honestly, it’s the more comfortable seat (not just more leg room but also wider). Is it only SOME domestic First Class flights that allow passengers to choose meals? I was able to in May 2023 from the same departing airport to the same destination airport, but I have less than a week til my flight and I do not see the option There will be first class bathrooms up front. Don't expect it to be La-Z-Boy quality though, it's basically a couple padded boards hinged together. Compared to other first class products, they are terrible. It ends up feeling like those fold out chairs at events. It's not clear if OP is referring to international first class, domestic first class, or any seat in the front of the plane. I can’t believe so many people are not doing it. We are not affiliated with the airline For domestic flights, if you're in DeltaOne (or equivalent on partner flights - aka first class depending on the partner) you should have lounge access. It is not a true "F" product (like Singapore Suites, etc). I like short first class flights and me and my bf usually take advantage and get a few extra things for breakfast the next morning. 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American airlines from what I've heard/experienced offers hands down the best domestic first class experience on transcon flights in the US with the brand new A321s and 777s. Wednesdays often have the lowest business / Flying domestic first class feels much more like it used to when flying. I value first class at a modest $50/ hour. Some domestic FC also has them, but most domestic do not. They are paid to do the fucking job! The whole concept of “not being paid during boarding” is BS. Please reach out if you have additional questions. First is just more luxurious (longer bed, fancier wines, nicer bedding, etc). But if it's simply first class and not Delta One, you definitely do not get access. The Reddit Law School Admissions Forum. If price does not matter, why even consider anything not first class? Reply PinotGreasy I'm not sleeping unless it's a lie flat so domestic F on a redeye doesn't excite me a whole lot, not that C+ or Y do either. My daughter logged about 120K miles in the air her first two years and the only plane we ever remotely had an issue on was a late night AA domestic flight where they refused to turn off the cabin lights. I’ve seen some other threads with thoughts so I’m guessing stay away from the lemon chicken thigh and I don’t think I can last just on fruit and cheese on a 6 hour flight. Some international flights have a few FC seats but there is hardly any difference between FC and business on most AA international flights. First class is mostly all the same. About ninety percent of my first-class seats have taken place because of upgrades, and I pay for the rest when I book last-minute and there aren’t any desirable main cabin seats left. If you've never flown first class before, and the company approves it, I'd take the opportunity. The seats are not cushioned and your butt will feel the discomfort, the horizontal and vertical parts don’t join gracefully to support your back, and they end up being uncomfortable for 2+ hour journeys. They do offer first class, though that first class is inferior to business class on many international flights. com serves over 100 million customers today, with the world’s fastest growing crypto app, along with the Crypto. I'm curious if the arm rest with the tray table in it on the window seat drops down (as it does on the aisle seat). Seems like on flights under 3 hours they just skip it sometimes. Once again, we greatly appreciate your loyalty to Delta and the Delta Sky Clubs. You have a separate chair and bed. Or check it out in the app stores JetBlue’s Mint is the best US first class product by far. Maybe because the assumption is they’re on a If there are several seats available in first the price is going to be the lowest. Hopefully, we will have some space for our carryon. sometimes you will have a brand new FA whos the lead on that trip and honestly pre departure is the least of their worries because during boarding theres a lot of other more important safety You won't know exactly which two choices you'll get until you're onboard but don't get your hopes up. I'll assume it's anything in the front of the plane. You either make y per hour or y-z per hour with an extra hour or two for boarding. The only difference between C+ and First is a wider seat and a meal, since C+ comps alcohol. Conversely, if there is one or two seats available, it’s going to be costly. For most travelers, convenience plays a major role in choosing an airline. That said, Mint catering beats even AA F catering IMO. com is the best place to buy, sell, and pay with crypto. Our final leg home (LHR>PHX>PSP) is scheduled for an A319. I don’t drink alcohol. Domestic first class is “real” first class and on the majority of international flights “first class” is “business class “ now. cefdgmq ajumw ewci mvajfug hhcf mltf qcgnm kxsxi ajhy ozju