The airline with the worst leg room named — and it's not Ryanair

When it comes to jetting off, whether it's a short-haul or long-haul flight, comfort is often a top priority. For those who are taller or struggle with leg space, the prospect of a cramped flight can be less than appealing.

Thesize of the seats and the amount of leg room can vary greatly depending on which airline you choose tofly with. As we head into the shoulder season for travel, many holidaymakers might be planning ahead for their Christmas or next summer.

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Starting your holiday on the right note with a comfortable plane journey can be a deciding factor when choosing an airline. So, without having to fork out extra for additional legroom, which airlines offer the most space when buying a standard ticket?

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According to a survey by consumer watchdog Which?, one airline offers more legroom than 15 other short-haul carriers from the UK. The survey measured seat pitch, which is the distance between your seat and the one in front - to determine legroom.

Taking the leading position is Aer Lingus, Ireland's flag carrier, offering 29 to 30 inches. However - British Airways provide the same amount of room with exactly the same pitch.

The poorest performer regarding leg space is TAP Portugal, which provides just 28 inches of legroom, reports the Express.

Here's a rundown from the airlines offering the most legroom to those offering the least: Airline Seat pitch (inches) Seat width (inches)

Aer Lingus	29-30	17-18
British Airways	29-30	17-18
EasyJet	29	18
Jet2	29-30	17-18
KLM	28-32	17-18
Loganair	30-31	17
Lufthansa	28-31	18
Norwegian	29-31	17-18
Ryanair	28-30	18
SAS	29-30	18
TAP Portugal	28	18
Tui	29	17-18
Turkish	30-32	17-18
Vueling	29-30	18
Wizz Air	28-29	18