Premium Economy is the floor — no basic economy. Products: Delta Premium Select, United Premium Plus, AA Premium Economy, JetBlue Even More Space.
Business/First products: Delta One (lie-flat), United Polaris (lie-flat suite), AA Flagship Business, JetBlue Mint (lie-flat suites, best value).
Drive costs for ATL (~$500+) and CLT (~$400) include gas, parking, tolls, and fatigue factor.
Separate tickets (JetBlue Mint) mean no rebooking protection if the first leg is delayed — higher risk.
Prices are approximate round-trip per person based on Sep 2026 peak-season market rates (as of Mar 2026). Actual fares fluctuate — check airline sites directly for live pricing. Book 6+ months out for best business fares.