flight Fare Classes & Add-Ons
United
| Flight Fare Class | Description | Domestic | International | Eligibility Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Basic Economy | Seats assigned at check-in, no changes allowed, pay to check bags, no carry-on bag, last to board, tickets are non-refundable/changeable | Allowed, not recommended | Allowed, not recommended | |
| Economy | Choose your seat, no change fee, pay to check bags, 1 carry-on bag, 1 personal item, boards before Basic Economy, travel credits may be issued. | Allowed | Allowed | |
| Economy-Refundable | Choose your seat, no change fee, pay to check bags, 1 carry-on bag, fully refundable | Allowed | Allowed | |
| Economy Plus | Extra legroom, no change fee, pay to check bags, 1 carry-on bag and 1 free personal item. Economy Plus seat fees range from $29 to $299 per flight depending on routes. | Allowed | Allowed | 8+ hours total flight time |
| Premium Economy | Roomier seat, no change fee, pay to check bags, 1 carry-on bag and 1 free personal item. | Allowed | Allowed | 8+ hours total flight time |
| Business/Polaris | Premium seats, 2 free checked bags, priority boarding and check-in, exclusive security lanes (when available) for quicker screening. Available for international flights between the U.S. and Latin America. | Allowed | Allowed | 8+ hours total flight time |
| First Class | Available on most U.S. domestic flights, including to Alaska, Hawaii, Canada, and the Caribbean. Larger seats with more legroom. priority check-in, security, boarding and two free checked bags. | Allowed | Allowed | 8+ hours total flight time |
| Polaris Business | Larger seats with more legroom. priority check-in, security, boarding and two free checked bags. Most premium experience on long-haul routes, with the best sleep, amenities. | Allowed | Allowed | 8+ hours total flight time |
| Add-On | Description | Domestic | International | Eligibility Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seat Selection | Economy – Free Preferred – $40-$120 Economy Plus – $80-$200+ | Allowed | Allowed | 8+ hours total flight time |
| Baggage Charge | Allowed | Allowed | ||
| Early Check In | No fee for early check-in, must follow the minimum check-in times for your flight. | Not Allowed | Allowed | |
| United Club Lounge | Not Allowed | Not Allowed | ||
| Economy Plus Membership | Not Allowed | Not Allowed |
Delta
| Flight Fare Class | Description | Domestic | International | Eligibility Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Basic Economy | No seat assigned until after check-in, no changes allowed, last to board, not eligible for upgrades | Allowed, not recommended | Allowed, not recommended | |
| Main Cabin | No change fees, eCredit allowed, choose your seat. Free carry-on included in many Main Cabin fares. | Allowed | Allowed | |
| Delta Comfort + (Includes Delta Economy Comfort +) | Board early, deplane quickly, more legroom, first bag free depending on route. | Allowed | Allowed | 8+ hours total flight time |
| Delta Premium Select/Business Class | Spacious seats, accelerated check-in, Two checked bags are included at no extra cost on most domestic and international flights booked and 1 free carry-on and 1 free personal item allowed. | Allowed | Allowed | 8+ hours total flight time |
| Delta First | Wider, spacious seat, the flexibility to change or cancel your ticket without change fees, first to board, spacious seat, free checked bags, No change fees | Allowed | Allowed | 8+ hours total flight time |
| Delta One | Long haul flight with lay flat seats, no baggage fees for 2 bags, 2 free checked bags, 1 carry-on and 1 personal item free, Sky Priority® accelerated check-in and security service. | Allowed | Allowed | 8+ hours total flight time |
| Add-On | Description | Domestic | International |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seat Selection | Basic Economy: assigned at check-in Economy: fees vary by route and seat location | Allowed | Allowed |
| Baggage Charge | Allowed | Allowed | |
| Early Check In | The airline’s early check‑in service is free for most passengers, allowing you to secure seats, check bags, and get your boarding pass online or via the Fly Delta app before you arrive at the airport. | Not Allowed | Not Allowed |
| Delta Club Lounge | Not Allowed | Not Allowed |
American
| Flight Fare Class | Description | Domestic | International | Eligibility Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Basic Economy | No changes allowed, seats assigned at check-in , pay to check bags, board in last group. Pay to check bag, 1 free carry-on and 1 free personal item. | Allowed, not recommended | Allowed, not recommended | |
| Main Cabin, Main Cabin Extra, Main Cabin Plus, Main Cabin Select | Priority boarding, extra leg room, 1 free carry-on, 1 free personal item and 1 free checked bag | Allowed | Allowed | |
| Premium Economy | Speed through check-in, security, and boarding; priority baggage handling, wider seats, one free checked bag, one free carry‑on and one free personal item. | Allowed | Allowed | 8+ hours total flight time |
| Business | Spacious seat, 2 free checked bags on domestic flights, dedicated check‑in lanes, expedited security, and priority boarding. | Allowed | Allowed | 8+ hours total flight time |
| First | Wider seats with more legroom, two free checked bags, expedited check-in, security, and boarding. | Allowed | Allowed | 8+ hours total flight time |
| Flagship Business | Lie-flat seats for long flights, Flagship check-in with expedited security and boarding, Priority handling of checked bags at arrival. 1 free checked bag, 1 free carry-on, 1 free personal item (e.g., backpack, purse) | Allowed | Allowed | 8+ hours total flight time |
| Flagship Business Plus | Not Allowed | Not Allowed | ||
| Flagship First | Not Allowed | Not Allowed |
| Add-On | Description | Domestic | International |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seat Selection | $10-$30 | Allowed | Allowed |
| Main Cab Extra | Allowed | Allowed | |
| Priority | Allowed | Allowed | |
| Baggage Charge | Allowed | Allowed | |
| Early Check In | Does not charge a fee for checking in early online or via the app — you can do so up to 45 minutes (or 90 minutes for international) before departure without extra cost. | Not Allowed | Not Allowed |
| American Club Lounge | Not Allowed | Not Allowed |
Southwest
| Flight Fare Class | Description | Domestic | International | Eligibility Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Basic | Seat assigned at check-in, boards last, additional cost for checked bags, non-transferable flight credit, no cancellation fees. | Allowed, not recommended | Allowed, not recommended | |
| Choice | Standard seat, general boarding, additional cost for checked bags, transferable flight credit, same day change, same day standby. 1 free carry-on and personal item. | Allowed | Allowed | |
| Choice Preferred | Preferred seat included, early general boarding, additional cost for checked bags, refundable, same day change, same day standby, priority/express lane, Early Bird included. 1 free carry-on and personal item. | Allowed | Allowed | 8+ hours total flight time |
| Choice Extra | Extra legroom or any seat, 2 free checked bags, refundable, same day change, same day standby, priority/express lane, A1-A15 priority boarding, premium drink on flight, in flight internet. | Allowed | Allowed | 8+ hours total flight time |
| Add-On | Description | Domestic | International |
|---|---|---|---|
| Early Bird | Typically costs between $15 and $99 per passenger per segment. | Allowed | Allowed |
| Baggage Charge | Basic, Choice, Choice Preferred 1st bag $45, 2nd bag $55, 3 or more bags $150. | Allowed | Allowed |
| Lounge | Not Allowed | Not Allowed |