By Shawn Gallagher
Delta Premium Select is a great way to fly long haul. When the cash rate is right, you’ll be able to enjoy a lot more comfort and extra benefits compared to regular Main Cabin and Comfort Plus.
I had the opportunity to fly and review Delta Premium Select previously, and I had a great time onboard. I enjoyed the catering, service, and the comfort of the seat. Read the review here.
With that said, each Delta Premium Select seat comes with a few differences, and choosing the right seat can make a noticeable difference in comfort level. I often see questions online asking about where to sit on these flights. “20A or 22K?” “Should I sit on the aisle?” Let’s tackle these questions and talk about the ideal seat(s) on Delta Premium Select.
Bulkhead, Bulkhead, Bulkhead
I’ll say it right now: the bulkhead seats are the best seats on Delta Premium Select.
The amount of space the bulkhead seats get you is unbeatable compared to the rest of the rows. I’m 6 feet 1 or 183cm tall, and my feet barely touch the bulkhead wall when I sit down, as you can see in the above photo. Bulkhead seats can oftentimes hinder the ability to stretch your legs compared to regular seats, but this isn’t the case on Delta Premium Select.
More importantly, there is enough space for me to get up and go to the aisle without my seatmate having to stand up and get out of the way. This sets the bulkhead seats apart from the rest of Premium Select. Those in middle or window seats of the non-bulkhead seats still have to climb over their seatmate to use the restroom, just like in economy class (especially if your seatmate’s leg rest is extended).
This applies to both the Airbus A350 and the Airbus A330neo.
Even if you have the aisle on the non-bulkhead seats, you may have your sleep disrupted when your seatmate wants to use the restroom mid-flight.
Note that the galley and restrooms are not really bothersome when sitting on these bulkhead seats on the Airbus A350. Although there are restrooms located in front of Premium Select, they’re located deeper into the galley so that noise/smell doesn’t reach the first row.
Window or Aisle?
If you manage to grab a bulkhead seat, the “window or aisle” question won’t matter that much. If you like the window, seat 20A or 20J will give you great space with the ability to go to the restroom without bothering your seatmate, in addition to window views.
If you prefer the aisle, you’ll also enjoy a lot of space and you’re less likely to be disturbed if your seatmate has to get up while you’re sleeping. Ultimately, you can’t go wrong with either choice.
If you do have to choose a non-bulkhead seat, I would go with the aisle. Getting out of your seat will be just as difficult as economy class seats if you’re on the window or in a middle seat, especially with the addition of an extended leg rest on Premium Select.
Bottom Line
The bulkhead seats are fantastic when flying Delta Premium Select. I enjoy the ability to stretch my legs and use the restroom without having to bother my seatmate. If you prefer an aisle seat, make sure to go for the bulkhead row as well.
Featured image by the author.