Originally Posted by hairpeace

I don't have issues with flying through MSP, but won't it take too much time? :confused:

Originally Posted by dave_261

If there's 1st class availability, which is possible on DTW-JFK depending on days/flights, the cost would likely be $50. You'd only be offered this at the airport... you wouldn't be able to call to secure the upgrade.

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Originally Posted by yogimax

Dave,
I've never heard of a first class upgrade being offered for $50. What's your source?

Originally Posted by dave_261

If there's 1st class availability, which is possible on DTW-JFK depending on days/flights, the cost would likely be $50. You'd only be offered this at the airport... you wouldn't be able to call to secure the upgrade.

The $50 would buy you:
- Early boarding
- Quick deplaning
- About 4 more inches of pitch and 2.5" of width
- Guaranteed window or aisle
- Complimentary alcohol and probably a salty snack in a shiny package
- Pre-board beverage (most likely, depending on time)
- Use of the 1st class lavatory
- Personalized service from the 1st class FA
- Less competition for overhead bin space
- That "feel good" feeling of avoiding the riff-raff in coach

For a short DTW-JFK flight, you'd need to decide if it's worth it for you.
If you've never flown in 1st before, and $50 isn't an issue, then heck, go for it (just keep your expectations relatively low).

Originally Posted by hairpeace

Great post, thanks.

Am I correct to understand that the upgrades on this route will cost $50 per flight?

Are there any class restrictions, as well? I don't know what class I'm going to be booked in yet. :)

Originally Posted by themicah

There is no way to know how much an e-first upgrade will cost, or whether it will be offered at all.

Originally Posted by hairpeace

So the earliest I will know is the day of my flight? :(

Originally Posted by hairpeace

So the earliest I will know is the day of my flight? :(