Airline with the most uncomfortable seats is named – and it’s not Ryanair

Travellers often assume that economy class seating is equally uncomfortable across all airlines, but that’s not true, according to a new ranking. Some airlines are worse than others, offering even less legroom than their competitors – and less overall comfort.

For many seasoned flyers, a few extra inches of legroom can make a big difference on a long flight. Narrow seats can also make for a more squashy experience, with the passenger in the seat next door encroaching on the already limited space.

Recently, The Points Guy (TPG), the media platform focused on maximising travel experiences while minimising spending, released its eighth annual Best Airlines Report. 

Allegiant Airlines was named as the worst in terms of overall seat experience, reports Yahoo News. The American airline only flies across States and Canada – but is stationed at a whopping 117 airports. 

The airline is most sufferable in the areas of timeliness, cancellations, family accommodations, and frequent flyer perks — so basically everything.

It holds a sour rating of three out of 10 on SKYTRAX. Allegiant’s seat pitch starts at 30. Allegiant Air operates on a low-cost model, offering budget-friendly fares by charging separately for additional services and amenities. 

This model allows passengers to choose and pay for only what they need, such as checked baggage, seat selection, and in-flight refreshments.

The airline primarily serves smaller markets and regional destinations across the United States, as well as a few international locations. It is known for connecting travelers to vacation destinations, including popular tourist spots and smaller cities.

The second worst airline with limited seat space was Frontier airlines which squeezes passengers on planes with a seat pitch of 28 inches, according to a Wall Street Journal report, which cited some of its data from SeatGuru.

This makes it one of the worst airlines in terms of legroom offered.

Delta Air Lines was named the best airline for the sixth year in a row based on its reliability, experience, cost, reach, and loyalty offerings.