Delta ditches ‘basic economy' in ticketing overhaul — here's how fliers can still snag a cut-price fare
Delta is grounding Basic Economy.
The airline is overhauling its ticket offerings in a bid to give customers 'greater choice and more customization' — and it's its most economical offering will be impacted.
But frugal fliers fear not, Delta will still offer the cheapest tier of ticket under a new name.
From Oct 1, Basic Economy will be officially known as Delta Main Basic.
'Delta Main Basic offers you the essentials, just as a Basic Economy ticket did before,' a new statement from the carrier declared.
From Oct 1, Basic Economy will be officially known as Delta Main Basic.
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Customers who opt for this cut-price ticket type won't be entitled to perks such as seat selection or early boarding.
Delta Main Basic is the lowest of the three ticket types offered in economy class.
There will also be Delta Main Classic and Delta Main Extra, the latter of which will offer extra air miles.
Delta Main Basic is the lowest of the three ticket types offered in economy class.
Kirk Fisher – stock.adobe.com
Meanwhile, Basic Economy isn't the only ticket type to be renamed.
First Class will soon be known as Delta First, while Comfort+ is being rebranded to Delta Comfort.
Eric Phillips, Delat's Chief Digital Officer, said the overhaul 'gives customers more options and flexibility to pick the travel experience that works best for them, and a full picture of all the benefits of flying with Delta.'
All up, there will be 11 ticket options for customers:
Delta First Extra
Delta First Classic
Delta One Extra
Delta One Classic
Delta Premium Select Extra
Delta Premium Select Classic
Delta Comfort Extra
Delta Comfort Classic
Delta Main Extra
Delta Main Classic
Delta Main Basic
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