What does main mean on Delta?


What does main mean on Delta? The in-flight experience is no different for main cabin ticket holders than it is for basic economy flyers. You get the same food and beverages and you have access to the same in-flight entertainment. However, if you want the option to choose or upgrade your seat, you'll need a main cabin ticket.


Is priority boarding zone 1?

Elite 20K, 50K, and 100K members all get priority (also known as Zone 1) boarding. But it's not just elite members who get to board earlier; if you paid a carry-on bag fee, you may get access to Zone 1 boarding, too.


What are the classes of seats on Delta?

  • Basic Economy.
  • Main Cabin.
  • Comfort Plus.
  • First Class.
  • Premium Select.
  • Delta One®


How does Delta determine main boarding?

If you book one of Delta's top flight products (like Delta One or first class), you'll be among the first passengers to board. Delta's premium cabin flyers, no matter the destination, board before Diamond Medallion members although Diamonds traveling in a premium cabin can also board with the higher zone.


Is main cabin the same as economy?

With most airlines, there's no difference between the actual seats in the main cabin versus basic economy. But the policies outside of your seats — like how much luggage you can bring and how easy (and cheaply) you can change your flights — can be significantly different.


What is the best seat in main cabin?

Exit rows, aisle or window seats, and anywhere close to the front are typically considered the best seats on a plane. On a short business trip, you might want an aisle seat near the front of the plane so you can debark as quickly as possible on arrival.