Have you ever sat on a plane, facing an excruciatingly long flight, praying to every aviation god that no one sits next to you? And then, by some miracle, the cabin doors close and you realize – you’ve hit the jackpot. Your row is all yours, baby. But what if I told you that you could pay for that feeling? That’s right, some airlines are offering a sleeper-seat option that gives you a whole row of seats to yourself. It’s like winning the lottery, but for sleepy travelers.

Now, before you go thinking this is some fancy, bougie service with hot towels and Champagne, let me tell you – it’s not. But who needs those frills when you get the chance to stretch out like a king in the heart of coach? Dr. Amanda Meltzer, a seasoned traveler from Dallas, swears by Air New Zealand’s Economy Skycouch. Sure, it may not be the most luxurious option out there, but according to Dr. Meltzer, it’s worth every penny to avoid “horrendous jet lag.”

The designs for these sleeper-seat options vary from airline to airline. Some keep it pretty basic, like Lufthansa’s Sleeper’s Row. For a mere $200, you get a “thin mattress plus a Business Class-quality blanket and pillow” to create a more comfortable mini-bed. Think of it as a deluxe version of building a fort out of cushions in your living room.

But it’s not just Lufthansa. Air New Zealand has their Economy Skycouch, while other airlines like Japan Airlines and Etihad Airways offer similar options. They may go by slightly different names, but the concept is the same – you get a whole row of seats to yourself, with the chance to create a makeshift bed and (hopefully) catch some z’s.

So, the next time you’re on a flight and you see that empty row, don’t just cross your fingers and hope no one takes it. Consider upgrading to a sleeper-seat option and make that row all yours. Who knows, maybe you’ll even arrive at your destination feeling well-rested and ready to take on the world. Or, at the very least, you’ll avoid the dreaded middle seat.