It seems that when it comes to in-flight seating, bigger really is better. Our survey found that spacious seating came out as the top choice for improving in flight happiness, with over 60% of respondents.
The average economy airline’s seat pitch is 31-32 inches, but if you want a little more room you may want to consider the list compiled by travel ratings service, Skytrax, which ranks the world’s best airlines based on customer reviews and legroom on economy class flights:
Qatar Airways – 34 ins
Thai Airways – 34 ins
Asiana Airlines – 34 ins
Malaysia Airlines – 34 ins
Saudi Arabian Airlines – 34 ins
Arik Air – 34 ins
Air China – 33-34 ins
Garuda Indonesia – 33-34ins
Korean Air – 33-34 ins
*Seat pitch refers to the distance between each seat row – ie, from the back of one seat to the back of the seat in front, measuring from the same point on each seat.
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