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Old Aug 14, 2025 | 7:31 am
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flyingtest16
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Originally Posted by SUPERTRAVEL
The last time I checked it is possible for a Basic passenger to pick and pay for a seat assignment 7 days prior to departure, without having to upgrade first to main cabin.
Now whether that is cheaper than upgrading to main cabin first and then picking a seat for free, I don't know.
But if upgrading to main cabin first, one could do that now and not have to wait for T-7 days.
We'll probably see. My flight is during one of the busy holiday periods so...I kinda expect some variations to happen, but I have set a reminder to do check-in.

Originally Posted by xliioper
Current fare differentials between BE and Main fares on DFW-SEA are $45. I suspect the seat selection fee on a BE fare will be less, but haven't actually checked. You can't pay for a Preferred seat on BE fares according to DL website, but it looks like the A220 does not have a significant number of Preferred seats and there are many non-Preferred aisle/window seats available.
That's the reason why I've been holding off buying a seat. Chances of me ending in a window or aisle is higher than middle in an A220, plus the Preferred seats are only a few, so few that it was pretty much negligible as to where I want to sit.
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