Delta Drops ‘Basic Economy’ Label in Rework of Fare Categories

Delta is ditching 'basic economy,' but don't expect buying a ticket to be any simpler

Delta announced a restructure of its fare options, including the renaming of basic economy and a three-tier economy class.Delta Air LinesDelta Air Lines is rebranding its ticket categories and nixing basic economy.The affordable tickets have been renamed Delta Main Basic.Delta says the changes will provide more choice and clarity for customers. Delta Air Lines is saying goodbye to basic economy — but don't worry, it's not actually going anywhere…

Delta drops ‘basic economy’ label in rework of fare categories

Delta Air Lines Inc. will stop selling tickets under the “basic economy” label that many large carriers have adopted in recent years to compete with no-frills offerings of discount competitors. The airline on Thursday announced a reorganization of its fare categories aimed at giving passengers more options within each cabin section, with varying features such as assigned seats, the ability to change flights or loyalty benefits. Delta said it wil…

Delta Drops ‘Basic Economy’ Label in Rework of Fare Categories

Delta Air Lines Inc. will stop selling tickets under the “basic economy” label that many large carriers have adopted in recent years to compete with no-frills offerings of discount competitors.

Classic: Delta Rebrands Each of Its Fare Options with "Extra" Features - Eye of the Flyer

We’ve known for months that Delta Air Lines planned to “unbundle” its premium cabins, meaning passengers could purchase experiences without bells and whistles — and pay less than those who want the whole kit and caboodle. The airline announced Thursday that their entire airfare selection — including coach — is now somewhat “unbundled” for flights […] The post Classic: Delta Rebrands Each of Its Fare Options with “Extra” Features appeared first o…

Delta Rebrands Cabins and Updates Fares for Main Cabin Into Three Products - The Bulkhead Seat

Delta Air Lines announced today that it is changing the names of its cabins and what the fares tied to them include. The changes are live as of today for flights on October 1st and later. What’s Changing? Delta’s cabins are currently divided as follows: Main Cabin Delta Comfort+® First Class Premium Select Delta One® These are becoming: Delta Main Delta Comfort Delta First Delta Premium Select Delta One® Within Delta Main there will be three f…