Delta’s A330-900neo is their newest widebody for transatlantic routes, and Comfort Plus sits in that middle ground between economy and business. Here’s what you actually get for the upgrade.
The Seat Situation
Comfort Plus on the A330-900neo uses a 2-3-2 layout, which is already better than the 3-3-3 you see on some airlines’ economy cabins. You’ve got a decent shot at avoiding a middle seat, even on a full flight.
The extra legroom is the main selling point—about 4 inches more than regular economy, putting you around 34-35 inches of pitch. That’s noticeable, especially if you’re over 6 feet. The seat width is the same as economy though, so don’t expect more shoulder room.
Recline is slightly better than economy but nothing dramatic. You’re not getting a lie-flat situation here. For overnight transatlantics, you’ll still land feeling like you slept in a chair, because you did.
Where Comfort Plus Makes Sense
Daytime flights where you’re mostly watching movies and working—Comfort Plus delivers good value. The extra legroom, priority boarding, and dedicated overhead bins mean less hassle. You can actually open a laptop without the person in front crushing it when they recline.
For overnight flights, the calculus changes. The upgrade fee might be better spent toward a flat business seat if you really need sleep. But if business class is four figures and Comfort Plus is a hundred bucks more than economy, take the extra space.
The Other Perks
Free drinks, including alcohol. Snacks beyond the standard economy offering. Priority boarding, which actually matters when overhead bins fill up. Dedicated flight attendant section, though service levels don’t feel dramatically different from economy.
You also get streaming entertainment to your device and access to Delta’s catalog—same content as economy, but the slightly bigger personal space makes it more comfortable to watch.
Best Seats to Book
Bulkhead rows have more legroom but no under-seat storage. Exit rows also have extra space but fixed armrests. I usually aim for rows 20-25 on the A330-900neo—solid legroom without the tradeoffs.
Window seats in the 2-seat sections (A and K) are great if you’re traveling alone and want to lean against the wall. Aisle seats in the middle section give you easy bathroom access without climbing over anyone.
Is It Worth the Upgrade?
Depends entirely on price. At $50-80 extra, absolutely. At $200+, you should check whether business class is running any deals before pulling the trigger. The A330-900neo is a comfortable aircraft overall—Comfort Plus just adds some breathing room.
