Always ask if they can give you a free upgrade. I’ve been given one a couple of times because I’ve always asked politely, and explained that I cramp easily in narrow seats. Sometimes I’ll get a “I’ll see what I can do” and if the plane is not completely booked, I might be given a seat with extra leg space, economy plus, or even business class.
I used to fly between Japan and America constantly, and I’ve been given a business upgrade twice simply by asking. I seem to have the most success with Delta and ANA.
Always ask for an upgrade, especially if you’re above base level on their rewards scheme. I got heaps of Emirates upgrades to BC doing this. Also, I once had my seat double booked on an a380, was a great economy with good leg room. If this happens, and the plane is at full capacity, don’t fight for your seat. Arrived at seat, taken, check boarding passes, double booked. I told the lady to keep the seat, called a flight attendant over to sort it out, BC upgrade right in front of her!
Always ask if they can give you a free upgrade. I’ve been given one a couple of times because I’ve always asked politely, and explained that I cramp easily in narrow seats. Sometimes I’ll get a “I’ll see what I can do” and if the plane is not completely booked, I might be given a seat with extra leg space, economy plus, or even business class.
I used to fly between Japan and America constantly, and I’ve been given a business upgrade twice simply by asking. I seem to have the most success with Delta and ANA.
It’s amazing how far being a decent & polite human will get you.
Secret for life is being nice. It works great for work as well
Always ask for an upgrade, especially if you’re above base level on their rewards scheme. I got heaps of Emirates upgrades to BC doing this. Also, I once had my seat double booked on an a380, was a great economy with good leg room. If this happens, and the plane is at full capacity, don’t fight for your seat. Arrived at seat, taken, check boarding passes, double booked. I told the lady to keep the seat, called a flight attendant over to sort it out, BC upgrade right in front of her!