Frequent flyer says passengers should always book the 'worst' seat on flights

09 January 2023 , 16:12

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Frequent flyer says passengers should always book the 'worst' seat on flights

A frequent flyer has advised always picking the 'worst' seat when travelling by air.

Unless you can afford to splash out on business class tickets, travelling in a plane can be pretty uncomfortable - especially if you're flying long haul.

After a few hours in the air you're likely to be a little sore, the inflight entertainment will have become a bit boring, and nothing will seem more tempting than a nice walk in the fresh air.

One well-worn traveller has some advice to make the trip a little more bearable that doesn't break the bank.

While most travellers stress over picking the best seat on a plane, John Burfitt says he always chooses the 'worst' seat on a plane when he travels - the window seat at the back by the toilets.

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John Burfitt always choses a specific seat when flying (Getty Images/iStockphoto)

Writing for escape.com.au, he previously claimed that it can actually be the most relaxing place to sit, despite its bad reputation.

After once spending an entire flight being kicked in the back by a passenger, John vowed never repeat the experience.

Towards the end of the journey he walked down the aisle to go to the bathroom and soon realised there was nothing behind the last row of seats but a wall.

If he sat there, no one could ever kick him in the back again, John concluded.

The seat choice eliminates the chance of annoying neighbours behind (Getty Images/iStockphoto)

"In that instant, I decided the back row would be the only place I would sit on a long flight from now on," he wrote.

"Sure enough, on my next flight, I booked into the back row of the cabin and, even better, my seat was the one right next to the window.

"As I nestled into that corner, I discovered what true airline love is about. I had just found the best seat on the plane."

Other perks include never getting hit by the drinks trolley, not being bumped by passengers stretching their legs down the aisle, and being able to lean into the corner wall to doze off.

Of course you could also try and bag the holy grail of travel; the free First Class upgrade.

While most think it's a myth, flight attendants have revealed that they do issue upgrades for passengers - provided you're wearing the right outfit.

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Have you got any great travel tips? Email us at webtravel@reachplc.com.

Emma Rosemurgey