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Do you have to pay for seat selection on Emirates?

It's free to choose your seats in First Class, when you fly on a Business Class Saver, Flex or Flex Plus fare, and when you fly in Premium Economy. If you are traveling on a Business Special fare you can select a complimentary seat when check-in opens 48 hours before you fly.



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It's free to choose your seats in First Class, when you fly on a Business Class Saver, Flex or Flex Plus fare, and when you fly in Premium Economy. If you are traveling on a Business Special fare you can select a complimentary seat when check-in opens 48 hours before you fly.

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British Airways and Virgin Atlantic will allow you to select a seat free of charge. Easyjet, Emirates, Norwegian, Jet2 and Ryanair say you'll be allocated a suitable seat free of charge.

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We'll always aim to seat families with children together. And as part of our family friendly policy, customers traveling with infants don't need to pay for seat selection on certain seats.

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Customers who are not members of Emirates Skywards and are traveling in Economy Class on an Emirates flight can pay to enter Emirates Lounges at Dubai International airport. The fees per adult for four hours of lounge access at Dubai International are on the paid lounge access page.

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If you're travelling on the A380 superjumbo you have two decks to choose from – upper or lower deck. Generally, sitting on the upper deck is preferable because of the usually smaller cabin and lower density configuration (2-4-2 vs. 3-4-3). It's also quieter sitting upstairs.

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Emirates is one of the best airlines in the world. It's the most comfortable flight we've ever had in economy class. We think Qatar has slightly better food (waffles for breakfast!), and I like the look and feel of the IFE on Etihad a little more.

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Just say “no.” Within 24 hours of your departure, the airline will assign you a seat. Pro tip: If you want to avoid paying for a seat assignment, arrive at the airport early. That way, you'll have the pick of the unassigned seats.

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Let's break down what this actually means: On most airline basic economy tickets, you won't be able to select your seat ahead of time. Instead, you'll be assigned one at check-in or the gate. So you're not any more likely than any other passenger to get bumped from the flight.

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One of the main benefits of flying Emirates premium economy is the extra space versus Emirates standard economy seats. Emirates premium economy seats offer 40 inches of legroom pitch and a seat that's 19.5 inches wide. For comparison, economy seats provide 32 to 34 inches of legroom pitch and are 17.5 inches wide.

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Those with Economy Class and Business Class Special tickets have to pay to enter the Emirates lounges. Business Class Saver, Flex and Flex Plus travellers can access the Emirates business class lounge for free. Lucky enough to be flying Emirates first class? You can use the First Class Lounge.

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The primary reason why the letter I does not form part of seat designations is because it can be confused with the letter L in lowercase or the number 1, both of which are written in almost uniformity in languages other than English as well.

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Let's take a look at the best options. If you're flying solo or love window views, go for seats A or K. Due to the staggered layout, these seats are next to the window, while B and J are closer to the aisle. A, E, F, and K also offer more legroom when fully flat, an important consideration for taller fliers.

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Economy Class passengers are permitted one piece of carry-on baggage, subject to the following size and weight limitations. The weight must not exceed 7 kg (15 lbs). Duty-free purchases of liquor, cigarettes, and perfume in reasonable quantities are also permitted in addition to the above.

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The A380 has 76 lie-flat seats with 48 inches of legroom in seat mode and is 18.5 inches wide (0.5 inches wider than economy).

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Yes. Gold and platinum tier Emirates Skywards members can access the Emirates lounge at no cost. Blue and silver tier Emirates Skywards members have to pay.

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