{"id":98891430,"date":"2017-11-10T15:01:21","date_gmt":"2017-11-10T20:01:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.onetravel.com\/going-places\/?p=98891430"},"modified":"2019-07-19T06:52:41","modified_gmt":"2019-07-19T10:52:41","slug":"6-airline-perks-to-know-before-boarding-your-flight","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.onetravel.com\/going-places\/6-airline-perks-to-know-before-boarding-your-flight\/","title":{"rendered":"6 Airline Perks to Know Before Boarding Your Flight"},"content":{"rendered":"

It’s a shame that travelers tend to be unfamiliar with the many perks they’re entitled to, even if they’ve booked cheap airfare. They think air travel is\u00a0simply boarding a flight and\u00a0landing at their destination. Airline perks are those cool, extra services offered by most airlines for a small fee or are complimentary. They can make a long or short flight more enjoyable, comfortable, and stress-free. Depending on the airline, aircraft, and travel class the perks will vary, but knowing how to get them and which are available to you can make a better in-flight experience.<\/p>\n

Here are some airline perks you probably didn\u2019t know about and the carriers that have them!<\/p>\n

Complimentary Spirits<\/h2>\n

\"free-drink-perk<\/p>\n

Free booze… it’s what every (adult) passenger dreams of! But we’re sorry to say, most airlines\u00a0only offer\u00a0free\u00a0spirits to passengers sitting in first-class. However, some carriers such as Lufthansa and Emirates do offer\u00a0complimentary alcohol on long-haul international flights to passengers in all cabins. And\u00a0United Airlines<\/a>, American Airlines<\/a>, and Air Canada <\/a>are known to offer free beer and wine on select international flights.<\/p>\n

Wifi at 35,000 Feet<\/h2>\n

\"wifi-perk\"<\/p>\n

We’ve all been through the struggle of scrambling for books and creating playlists in preparation for a long flight with no internet service. But you can put those entertainment worries aside as in-flight wifi is becoming a common amenity\u00a0of many carriers. Wifi is available to passengers at an affordable rate or may even be complimentary. Some of the many airlines who include this perk are Emirates<\/a>, Norweigan Airlines<\/a>, Turkish Airlines<\/a>, and China Eastern.<\/p>\n

Still need tickets for your trip? Book cheap airfare<\/a> to get you there!\u00a0<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

Stay Charged the Whole Way<\/h2>\n

Leave the portable chargers at home when you take off with these airlines! While on the aircraft, check under and around your seat for an outlet (which can be of the traditional electrical or USB variety), many airlines have installed this feature on their flights so passengers can keep their devices charged at 100% for the entire flight. You can find this perk on select flights on carriers such as Virgin America<\/a>, Alaska Airlines<\/a>, United Airlines and American Airlines.<\/p>\n

Controlling Onboard Chaos<\/h2>\n

\"crying<\/p>\n

Nervous about traveling with cranky and restless kids? Well,\u00a0some airlines have figured out a way to keep children settled and parent’s stress-free while soaring through the clouds. A brilliant perk on British Airways<\/a> is they feed kids first on flights. Etihad Airways<\/a> has a flying nanny who assists parents with\u00a0restless children by entertaining them with games and books. All of the nannies are trained from the UK’s early development colleges and programs. Asiana Airlines<\/a> provides a ‘Happy Mom Service’ (a reservation is required in advance) that includes infant baby seats, slings, and nursing blankets. Also on Asiana Airlines, pregnant passengers and parents with young children are offered front row seats for easy restroom access<\/p>\n

In-flight Dining<\/h2>\n

On most flights, you’ll probably be served with a variety of food and beverages, but you may be required to pay. Some airlines offer interesting onboard dishes that you won’t see on other flights. Austrian Airlines<\/a> business class offers a complimentary gourmet meal along with premium coffees. Virgin Atlantic<\/a> offers meals designed by The Cooking Channel’s celebrity chef Lorraine Pascale on upper-class long-haul flights. Air New Zealand<\/a> has installed induction ovens on select flights which allows them to cook burgers, eggs, and steaks all onboard the aircraft.<\/p>\n

You may also like:\u00a0Trepidatious Traveler? Use These Tips to Conquer Your Flying Fears!<\/a><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

Skip the Baggage Claim<\/h2>\n

\"baggage-perk\"<\/p>\n

In a hurry or just hate waiting at the baggage claim carousel for your luggage? Well, American Airlines offers the perk of a baggage delivery service to wherever you’re going after the airport for all U.S. destinations and select international cities. The cost starts at $29.95 per bag and takes about 4-6 hours from landing for luggage to arrive. United Airlines also has a baggage delivery service, called BagsVIP, but it’s only for flights landing within the U.S. The delivery service is limited to within 100 miles of the airport and delivers within 4-6 hours.<\/p>\n

Have you booked cheap airfare and know of any other cool airline perks? Tell us about them in the comments!<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

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