|
- Why Even Basic Airline Seats Keep Getting More ‘Premium’
DealBook Newsletter Why Even Basic Airline Seats Keep Getting More ‘Premium’ As travel demand sinks, both legacy airlines and budget brands have turned to a strategy of ever-expanding upgrades
- Why Basic Airline Seats Are Becoming More Premium in 2025
In 2025, major U S airlines shift toward premium seating, offering more comfort and amenities but charging higher fees Basic tickets now often exclude perks like seat choice and extra legroom, increasing complexity and costs for travelers Airlines invest in advanced seats to boost revenue as market demand grows globally
- Why Basic Airline Seats Are Becoming More Premium
Airlines are leveraging them to offer upgrade options, early access to sales, and even exclusive experiences like private airport transfers These programs are designed to keep frequent flyers engaged and incentivized to choose a specific airline
- Why Airlines Are Adding More Premium Seats Than Ever
To answer this question, we must take a deeper look at the last ten years in the US aviation industry, and evaluate everything that has led legacy carriers to continue adding more and more premium seats
- Airlines Gutted First Class Upgrades—But A Premium Seat . . .
Upgrades have been tough to get because premium demand has grown while the supply of premium seats hasn’t kept up, and airlines have shifted their merchandising to take less money for those seats from any willing buyer rather than honor frequent flyer upgrades
- Passengers Demand More Premium Seats, Airlines Respond
Airline passengers are increasingly prioritizing comfort over cost, signaling a significant shift in the aviation industry Travelers are now willing to pay a premium for more spacious seats at the front of the cabin, leading airlines to enhance their first-class and business-class offerings
- How Airlines Profit From More Premium Cabin Space - Forbes
Airlines have struggled over the decades to make the limited square footage on aircraft pay off The trend toward Premium cabins is changing that equation
|
|
|