I usually skip the complimentary beverage, other than a small cup of water without ice to wet my mouth, in order to cut down on bathroom necessities.
But I do get good fares, coast to coast sometimes for less than $200. RT $400-500.
I suppose my problem is I'm a cheap b@st@rd, I could spring for first class, or at least another $40 for an aisle seat, rather than hoping the seat lottery will give me one for free.
“I usually skip the complimentary beverage, other than a small cup of water without ice to wet my mouth, in order to cut down on bathroom necessities.”
Disliking airline heads as much as I do, I always take 2 Immodiums about 8 hours before a flight. Unlike you, I’m ready to trade cash for comfort. About twelve years ago I drove to CA and back from TN, discovered the drive cost a little more than a 1st class round trip, and, ever since, have flown 1st class to CA whenever I could.