Which seats are extra legroom?

Seats in the Emergency Exits rows usually offer more legroom – and many airlines charge extra for these seats – but beware of the window seats. On wide-body aircraft, the bulky compartment protruding from the door that houses the emergency slides may inhibit your legroom.



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The extra legroom can make a real difference to those of us who are tall. It's not just tall people that can benefit though. If you've ever been frustrated or felt claustrophobic when the person in the seat in front reclines you're not alone. This is a very common complaint and can affect those of any height.

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Extra Legroom Seats are located in the Economy cabin, in rows with additional space or at emergency exits. These seats are just as comfortable and recline in the same way as other seats in the cabin. The Extra Legroom Seat is available for all flights.

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Extra Legroom Seats are located in the Economy cabin, in rows with additional space or at emergency exits. These seats are just as comfortable and recline in the same way as other seats in the cabin.

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Yes it's normal for tray tables to be located in the armrests of extra legroom seats meaning the seat is slightly narrower (an inch or so) and the armrests are fixed - it's the trade off for having around 5 inches of extra legroom.

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The front row seats in the forward and rear economy cabin are sold as Extra Space seats and the TV screens are located at leg level between the seats and lift up on an arm to view. It is the extra legroom seats that have seat back screens.

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Extra legroom seats are usually rows 1 & 2 and the over wing exit rows the numbers of which change depending on aircraft type. Easyjet only have two aircraft types A319s or A320s.

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Looking at the seat plans rows 12 & 13 are exit rows so will have a lot more leg room than 'normal' rows. The downside from my experience of those rows on other airlines are (1) the tables are in the armrest so do make the seats slightly narrower and (2) these seats can be somewhat colder than other seats.

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United customers who opt for Extra legroom enjoy between 34 and 36 inches of leg space. This can make a huge difference in comfort during long flights, especially now that typical economy seats often only provide 30 or 31 inches of leg space.

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Reserving a seat in the exit row is a good strategy for long-limbed folk. Aisle seats in these rows are especially sought after for stretching those long legs out. Larger planes sometimes have a double row of exit seats.

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Choose Your Seat Wisely
While some passengers prefer window seats, aisle seats are often better for overweight passengers that are only purchasing one seat. Window seats are often the better option if you purchase an additional seat.

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The extra legroom seats were fabulous I'm a large man and the extra room these seats provide makes the journey comfortable and spacious. I will never travel without these seats again.

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