Originally Posted by
Dan Landis
I am flying SFO to Houston and then on to Bogota Colombia. I already have purchased my United tickets (Economy but not basic). Is it worth getting Economy Plus seats? I am 6'00 and it would be nice to have more leg room and be able to get out of a window seat to the aisle and restroom. Each seat upgrade is around $100. Is it worth it? I have the same situation flying back on American Airlines via Miami. Flights are beginning of October.
Is Economy Plus worth it? is a question that has been asked for 20+ years
For a person, 6'00" you will notice the difference but to some $100 is pocket change and for others it is the difference between eating the next week and all shades in between. Only you know your value of comfortable vs having the cash. Besides legspace, you will have more room in case the person in front of you reclines -- such as while eating of using a tablet or computer. Length of flight matters. There are hundreds of opinions in this master thread (and its archive) on the topic, so many opinions to read.
Access to E+ for free is considered one of the most valuable benefits of being an UA elite -- especially for Silver / Golds.