Legroom of Delta Comfort+ vs. Exit Row
Dec 9, 2017, 8:43 pm
#3
Join Date: Dec 2017
Programs: DL DM, UA, AA
Posts: 85
When flying in steerage on a domestic route, I almost always go for the exit rows. Usually much more legroom than C+. On a longer route I make sure to have my neck pillow if I want to doze, since the seats typically dont recline. Another benefit is the plane can be half full, but C+ will always be full, so being in an exit row I have a better chance for an open seat next to me, or can easily jump ship to another seat. Exit rows also mean I wont sit next to any kids or mothers with infants.
I'll usually only opt for C+ on an evening flight home where I might want a couple of free drinks.
I'll usually only opt for C+ on an evening flight home where I might want a couple of free drinks.
Dec 10, 2017, 12:42 am
#4
Join Date: Oct 2016
Posts: 277
It depends quite a lot on the aircraft. I *think* the exit row on a 737 has no more space than Comfort+. But on a 777 some of the exit rows have real doors and bulkheads with 6+ feet of leg room. I’d check SeatGuru or search the forum for specific aircraft.
Dec 10, 2017, 7:22 am
#5
Join Date: Oct 2017
Location: BNA
Programs: DL GM, HH Diamond
Posts: 1,027
Depends drastically on the aircraft (is there a echo in here?).
On MD-88 the exit rows (32/33) have significantly more leg room, but not a good option with tight connection as you are pretty much last off the plane.
On MD-88 the exit rows (32/33) have significantly more leg room, but not a good option with tight connection as you are pretty much last off the plane.
Dec 10, 2017, 7:56 am
#6
Join Date: Jul 2017
Location: TYS
Programs: Delta, AA, Hilton
Posts: 149
When flying in steerage on a domestic route, I almost always go for the exit rows. Usually much more legroom than C+. On a longer route I make sure to have my neck pillow if I want to doze, since the seats typically dont recline. Another benefit is the plane can be half full, but C+ will always be full, so being in an exit row I have a better chance for an open seat next to me, or can easily jump ship to another seat. Exit rows also mean I wont sit next to any kids or mothers with infants.
I'll usually only opt for C+ on an evening flight home where I might want a couple of free drinks.
I'll usually only opt for C+ on an evening flight home where I might want a couple of free drinks.
Dec 10, 2017, 5:09 pm
#8
FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Jun 2001
Programs: DL 1 million, AA 1 mil, HH lapsed Diamond, Marriott Plat
Posts: 28,190
On a single date I checked in March, that flight appears to be operated by a domestic config 757-200. Everything has been refurbed (or is presently in the shop to refurb) to one of three configs:
75D non-ETOPS
75H ETOPS with an identical seat count
75P - the few ex-Shanghai aircraft after their 2nd round of refurbishment
Any of those could be used for a specific date.
rwoman's Comfort+ thread is very comprehensive but I don't know if the 75D/H/P remarks are current.
FAQ: Comfort+ Seating
https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/delta-air-lines-skymiles/1519259-official-757-200-interior-mod-tracking-thread.html
75D non-ETOPS
75H ETOPS with an identical seat count
75P - the few ex-Shanghai aircraft after their 2nd round of refurbishment
Any of those could be used for a specific date.
rwoman's Comfort+ thread is very comprehensive but I don't know if the 75D/H/P remarks are current.
FAQ: Comfort+ Seating
https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/delta-air-lines-skymiles/1519259-official-757-200-interior-mod-tracking-thread.html
Dec 10, 2017, 5:11 pm
#9
Original Poster
Join Date: May 2015
Posts: 44
On a single date I checked in March, that flight appears to be operated by a domestic config 757-200. Everything has been refurbed (or is presently in the shop to refurb) to one of three configs:
75D non-ETOPS
75H ETOPS with an identical seat count
75P - the few ex-Shanghai aircraft after their 2nd round of refurbishment
Any of those could be used for a specific date.
rwoman's Comfort+ thread is very comprehensive but I don't know if the 75D/H/P remarks are current.
FAQ: Comfort+ Seating
https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/delta-air-lines-skymiles/1519259-official-757-200-interior-mod-tracking-thread.html
75D non-ETOPS
75H ETOPS with an identical seat count
75P - the few ex-Shanghai aircraft after their 2nd round of refurbishment
Any of those could be used for a specific date.
rwoman's Comfort+ thread is very comprehensive but I don't know if the 75D/H/P remarks are current.
FAQ: Comfort+ Seating
https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/delta-air-lines-skymiles/1519259-official-757-200-interior-mod-tracking-thread.html
Dec 11, 2017, 8:36 am
#10
Join Date: Aug 2017
Location: Vietnam & USA
Programs: Delta PM
Posts: 455
Recently, I was "upgraded" out of my exit row seat to a C+ aisle seat. (even though I had opted out of upgrades to C+)
I was very unhappy.
I use my Pl Amex for "free" drinks, but I seldom need to.
I was very unhappy.
I use my Pl Amex for "free" drinks, but I seldom need to.
Last edited by wxman22; Dec 11, 2017 at 8:42 am Reason: addition
Dec 13, 2017, 7:04 am
#12
Join Date: Mar 2015
Location: Seattle
Programs: DL DM, Marriott Gold
Posts: 609
Dec 13, 2017, 7:46 am
#13
Join Date: Mar 2005
Location: West of CLE
Programs: Delta DM/3 MM; Hertz PC; National EE; Amtrak GR; Bonvoy Silver; Via Rail Préférence
Posts: 5,379
The best legroom in the entire Delta fleet has to be on the newly-renovated 737-800 in row 10 (the first row of C+); has to be at least 5' between that row and row 4 in F.
Some of the exit rows on A320s (and possibly 319s) have outstanding leg room.
Some of the exit rows on A320s (and possibly 319s) have outstanding leg room.
Dec 13, 2017, 8:45 am
#14
Join Date: Apr 2011
Location: Treasure Coast, FL
Programs: DL Diamond, Marriott LT Plat, HH Diamond, Avis Preferred Plus, National Executive
Posts: 4,578
Row 32 is awful to me. Loud and way at the back.
Feb 16, 2018, 5:02 pm
#15
Join Date: Sep 2004
Location: PDX
Programs: Free agent!
Posts: 1,426
I just booked a domestic business trip (JFK - PDX) in which I am currently in an exit row, 18, of a 737-800. After booking my flight, I have discovered that my employer is willing to pay for my confirmed upgrade to Comfort+. If I only care about the legroom, am I better off remaining in row 18 or should I upgrade to Comfort+?