SFO->NRT $89 E+ more, worth it?
Aug 17, 2008 | 1:24 pm
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SFO->NRT $89 E+ more, worth it?
Anybody have comments on E+ on SFO->NRT for $89 more, is it worth the money?
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Aug 17, 2008 | 1:29 pm
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Depends how much you value more comfort. That extra 4-5" of legroom makes things much nicer.
Aug 17, 2008 | 1:36 pm
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If you are on the 777 and can confirm a great seat (such as my favorite, 17AB or HJ), then there is no question!
Aug 17, 2008 | 2:09 pm
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Absolutely worth it. There is no way I would consider sitting in E- for a 8+ hour flight.
Aug 17, 2008 | 2:10 pm
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I flew trans-pac on UA in E- once. It was truly torture.
So yes, E+ is worth it. However, if you're planning on flying UA more in the coming months, you might look into having someone sponsor you for 3P status.
So yes, E+ is worth it. However, if you're planning on flying UA more in the coming months, you might look into having someone sponsor you for 3P status.
Aug 17, 2008 | 2:22 pm
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On a 747, maybe, maybe not. On a 777, definitely.
If economy is not full, you'll get a much better chance of having an empty seat next to you if you are in E+.
If economy is not full, you'll get a much better chance of having an empty seat next to you if you are in E+.
Aug 17, 2008 | 2:33 pm
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Aug 17, 2008 | 4:40 pm
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You can verify this by looking at the seatmap for your flight under "My Itineraries". You should see all the E+ seats - just take your pick.
If E+ does not show on the seatmap, something amiss. Just call United to clear up.
Aug 18, 2008 | 12:19 am
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Aug 18, 2008 | 1:15 am
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I would take the E- aisle seat anytime over a middle or window E+ seat if that was the choice. I have done so HKG-SFO and reverse a couple of times even on the 747. I guess it's a claustrophobia thing, plus I'm up and down like a toilet seat when in coach. Aisle trumps E+ middle/window every time.
Aug 18, 2008 | 3:25 pm
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Do the E+ fees vary based on fare class? The website is offering me $119 upgrades on an upcoming SEA-NRT flight, which is about 350 miles shorter than SFO-NRT.
Aug 18, 2008 | 3:45 pm
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