Aussie airlines offering neighbour-free seats - but there's a catch - video Dailymotion

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We all love the luck of getting a free seat next to us on a busy plane. Now, a major Australian airline has joined the trend allowing you to reserve that space - for a sneaky fee. This video includes ACM-produced voiceover powered by AI.

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00:00For many Aussies, the dream is simple.

00:02Final calls, doors close, yes.

00:06You're lucky enough to get an empty seat beside you on the plane.

00:11Look, there's an empty seat over here.

00:15Now, both Virgin Australia and Qantas are letting you buy that luxury outright.

00:20Er, what now?

00:21Virgin has launched its neighbour-free seating option on select domestic and short-haul routes,

00:26where economy passengers can bid, starting from $30, or pay instantly to block the seat next to them.

00:33Successful bids are confirmed within two hours of departure.

00:37Qantas already offers a similar perk, with prices ranging from about $45 on short hops to $250 on long-haul flights.

00:46Critics say the move creates a rich-get-richer divide in economy,

00:50while supporters argue it is a clever way to get extra comfort without splurging on business class.

00:56Single crocheting is recognised in many countries,

Aussie airlines offering neighbour-free seats - but there's a catch

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