How do I choose my seat on Emirates?

Comfort is the most crucial factor that flyers look for when traveling with the concerned airline. The seat you select for your flight journey is one of the deciding factors of your comfort level. Emirates understands this and provides its passengers with a seat selection facility. However, consumers cannot choose the appropriate seat due to a lack of information about securing a seat with the respective airline. Refer to the sections below to learn all the distinct methods of seat selection.

Call the Emirates agents for seat selection support.

If you face issues in the online seat selection procedure, it would be best to call the concerned airline agents and seek assistance regarding the seat assignment process. To reach their officials, dial the Emirates Airlines Customer Service Number—1 (800) 777-3999—and press the required number according to the IVR instructions to reach the selective executive who deals with seat assignment queries and requests. They will help you choose the desired seat, process your request faster, and offer around-the-clock service.

Can I choose my seat on Emirates Economy?

Yes, you can choose a seat on Emirates Economy. The concerned airlines allow all passenger classes to select the desirable seat, including the Economy class. However, whether you can book your seat for free depends on three factors: (i) Fare Type, (ii) Seat Type, and (ii) Emirates Skywards Membership Tier. For example, Economy Flex and Flex Plus are eligible for complimentary regular seats, and Platinum Skywards members can get accessible seats of all kinds of seat types. Also, the airlines automatically allocate free seats to passengers with special needs.

How do I choose my seat after booking a flight?

In addition to the call method, you can use the "Manage Booking" tab to select the desirable seats with the concerned airline. This is unarguably the most advanced and efficient method to secure a seat with the respective airlines due to the various benefits it offers, such as the facility of seat selection post-flight bookings, immersive 3D maps and seating charts for appropriate seat selection, user-friendly format, etc. Follow the below-mentioned steps to choose your seat through the Emirates website.

• To begin, browse the official website of Emirates Airlines.
• Tap the "Manage" tab to view the drop-down menu.
• Select the "Choose your seat" option to proceed further.
• Enter the passenger's "Last name" and "Booking reference."
• Press "Retrieve Booking" to view your flight reservations.
• Visit the "Seat Selection" option to choose the desirable seats.
• The airlines will send you a seat confirmation email if it is confirmed.

Does Emirates give free seat selection?

This question cannot be straightforwardly answered because numerous factors come into play when deciding whether you are eligible for free seat selection. Generally, the concerned airlines allow the  Business Class Saver, Flex, Flex Plus fare, and Premium Economy members to choose seats in First Class for free. However, depending on your frequent flyer program membership and fare type, you may get the desired seats without paying any charge.

How early can you choose seats on Emirates?

Emirates allows its passengers to choose suitable seats during check-in, which opens 48 hours before the flight departure. Moreover, if you have the platinum status of the Emirates Skywards Membership, you can select your seat anytime. However, the passengers should remember to pick their seat at most 90 minutes earlier than the check-in time because the respective airlines do not allow seat selection after that in some cases. Also, the probability of getting the desirable seats decreases due to the limited seat availability.

What are the different seat types of Emirates Airlines?

• Regular Seat: These seats are custom-tailored for ultimate comfort. Regular seats are available at the window, in the middle, or on the aisle.
• Preferred Seat: If you like the front seats, select the preferred seats. These seats are located toward the front of the Economy Class cabin or on the upper deck of some of our A380 flights.
• Twin Seat: This seat is placed between a row of two with just a window and an aisle seat. It is found on the Boeing 777 flights back and on some A380 aircraft' upper decks.
• Extra Legroom: If space is the most critical factor when choosing seats, you should go for extra legroom seats. These seats are located by the exit row, providing more space to stretch out.

How much is the Emirates seat selection fee?

If you are not eligible for a free seat selection according to the concerned airlines' policy, you are obligated to pay the Emirates seat assignment fee. This fee varies from passenger to passenger depending on the traveling season, route, destination, airline membership, and other factors. According to the Emirates seat fee structure, it charges (i) Regular Seat Type - $7 to $40, (ii) Preferred Seat Type - $15 to $100, (iii) Twin Seat Type - $20 to $135, and (iv) Extra Legroom Seat Type - $30 to $260.