Budget airlines are upending many their original business plans as increased costs wreak havoc on their bottom lines.
13.07.2024 - 16:21 / insider.com / Spirit Airlines / United Airlines
United Airlines introduced a "basic economy" ticket in 2017 to compete with budget carriers like Frontier and Spirit Airlines.
The discount ticket comes with a random seat and a personal item when flying domestically. There's no option to pay extra for a carry-on — it has to be checked for a fee.
Albeit restrictive, this cheaper alternative helps lure more price-sensitive travelers who prefer the perks of a mainline carrier like United — like seatback screens and free snacks — instead of the barebones amenities of a low cost.
I've personally moved toward booking basic economy instead of budget carriers for convenience and comfort. I'll upgrade to regular economy if necessary, but I usually like to save a buck where I can.
My go-to is normally Delta Air Lines for its reliability, but I recently tried United between New York and Denver.
I wanted to see how the airline's more restrictive basic economy rules played out in reality and how its "United Next" cabin felt after four hours across the US.
Budget airlines are upending many their original business plans as increased costs wreak havoc on their bottom lines.
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