One example: Chicago to New York on United, direct flight that is ~2.5 hours. $209 for economy and $381 for Economy Plus. This is a $172 difference.

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sroussey 7 hours ago | parent | next [-]

And its even more for first class!

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showerst 7 hours ago | parent [-]

Sure, but everyone agrees that first class is full of perks. “People taller than 6’1 can sit here without being in pain” shouldn’t be a multi-hundred dollar up charge.

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hopelite 8 hours ago | parent | prev [-]

Maybe karma for short jokes?

Next up, $200 for head-room. You didn't think you could fly keeping your head upright for free, did you?