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Emirates Seating Guide
A380
First:
777
First:
A380
First:
- Solo travelers: some say row 4 is loud from the galley behind, while row 1 may be a bit more cramped than other rows. Most suggest rows 2 or 3, seats A or K.
- Couple: E/F seats in rows 1-3 are all fairly similar.
- General: the mini cabin at the back has a more secluded feel, though some comment that there is noise from the bar beyond row 23.
- Solo travelers: most prefer seats A and K (solo seats on sides with windows).
- Couple: aim for seats E/F to be closer together.
- General comments: upgrade if at all possible!
777
First:
- Solo travelers: Row 1, especially 1a and 1k, is the worst because of galley and lavatory right in front. Noisy and high traffic. Not much difference between row 1 and 2 in terms of space on the 77w for k or a seats.
- Couple: there is not really any difference between row 1 and 2 for e and f seats except 1 is near the galley and 2 is near row 6 in j where there may be children
- General: There is limited direct aisle access as the configuration is 2-3-2. The rear J cabin will have Y pax move through on boarding.
- Solo travelers:
- Couple: 7 j and k are great if you don't mind the missing window. It's in the private mini cabin - a great choice unless you like window gazing. You also don't get y traffic passing through this cabin as you turn left on entry!
- General comments: Y on the 777 is for slim people.
The ultimate Emirates seating guide
Jan 15, 2012, 1:23 am
#436
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I read a few pages of this thread but could only find info for people travelling alone in F on the 777-300ER. We have requested 2E/2F. If 1E/F is available upon check-in, would there be any advantage? Less noise from J if J is full? Edit: Just read the FAQ on seating and it says to avoid row 1 but doesn't specify why. What are the advantages/disadvantages of 1E/F vs. 2E/F?
And this is a rather specific question, but for anyone that's flown DXB to GVA, would A or K be better for the views out of the window (or are they pretty much the same)? We plan to sit 1A/2A or 1K/2K on this shorter leg for some daytime views.
Thank you for any help.
And this is a rather specific question, but for anyone that's flown DXB to GVA, would A or K be better for the views out of the window (or are they pretty much the same)? We plan to sit 1A/2A or 1K/2K on this shorter leg for some daytime views.
Thank you for any help.
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Jan 16, 2012, 2:41 pm
#437
Join Date: Jan 2012
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First post on this site. I am flying Emirates Business Class from Manchester to Melboune on 1st March. Going on EK20 from Manchester and EK406 from Dubai to Melbourne. I seem to get conflicting views of what seats are like, i.e. are they sleeperettes or lie flat. The Emirates site says they are sleeperettes on EK20, but when I go into my booking it implies they are lie flat. Has anyone flown on these 2 flights recently and can advice on seat type.
Also, booked in 7A/7B from Dubai to Melbourne. seatguru advises disadvantage of these seats is window misaligned. Is this very significant or do you still get a window.
Thanks
Also, booked in 7A/7B from Dubai to Melbourne. seatguru advises disadvantage of these seats is window misaligned. Is this very significant or do you still get a window.
Thanks
Jan 16, 2012, 3:25 pm
#438
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Row 6 & 7 are perfect. I prefer even row 7 because there is no one behind you in the smaller mini cabin.
Flights from DXB to MEL are always lie flats. Equipment can change out of MAN.
Flights from DXB to MEL are always lie flats. Equipment can change out of MAN.
Jan 21, 2012, 4:42 pm
#439
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Jan 21, 2012, 5:31 pm
#440
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Yes, the flight will have an F section. The mini-J cabin (rows 6 and 7) tend to be the most preferred by the regulars here (including me). 6A/7A are the best IMHO. I've never worried about misaligned windows, never bothers me.
PS Sorry, are you talking about your flight from BHX to DXB? Or something else now?
PS Sorry, are you talking about your flight from BHX to DXB? Or something else now?
Jan 22, 2012, 3:58 am
#441
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Yes, the flight will have an F section. The mini-J cabin (rows 6 and 7) tend to be the most preferred by the regulars here (including me). 6A/7A are the best IMHO. I've never worried about misaligned windows, never bothers me.
PS Sorry, are you talking about your flight from BHX to DXB? Or something else now?
PS Sorry, are you talking about your flight from BHX to DXB? Or something else now?
Jan 24, 2012, 2:07 pm
#442
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Bhx-DXB flight was 3 class in the end. Seems like everyone was shifted forward 2 rows so I ended up in F (with J service). Nice wide seat but a bit hard and uncomfortable. Not complaining though, it was a pleasant flight.
Jan 30, 2012, 9:40 am
#443
Join Date: Jan 2012
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Hallo,
in July I will travel from Amsterdam to Manila, with a stop in Dubai. I was wondering witch seats are better, 46 A or 47 A ? I googled it and I saw on a other forum, that the 46A has extra leg space, but on seatguru it says its a seat with problems?
What is your advice?
Its the 777-300 by the way.
in July I will travel from Amsterdam to Manila, with a stop in Dubai. I was wondering witch seats are better, 46 A or 47 A ? I googled it and I saw on a other forum, that the 46A has extra leg space, but on seatguru it says its a seat with problems?
What is your advice?
Its the 777-300 by the way.
Jan 31, 2012, 6:06 am
#444
Join Date: Sep 2010
Location: london
Posts: 317
Hallo,
in July I will travel from Amsterdam to Manila, with a stop in Dubai. I was wondering witch seats are better, 46 A or 47 A ? I googled it and I saw on a other forum, that the 46A has extra leg space, but on seatguru it says its a seat with problems?
What is your advice?
Its the 777-300 by the way.
in July I will travel from Amsterdam to Manila, with a stop in Dubai. I was wondering witch seats are better, 46 A or 47 A ? I googled it and I saw on a other forum, that the 46A has extra leg space, but on seatguru it says its a seat with problems?
What is your advice?
Its the 777-300 by the way.
Do it.
Feb 1, 2012, 11:25 pm
#446
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Feb 2, 2012, 4:21 am
#447
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I like the atmosphere of the mini cabin at the back, just like the mini cabin on the 777-300ER... haven't flown the A380 before, just never got it on my routes until now. So you suggest sitting up front?
Feb 2, 2012, 4:51 am
#448
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The problem with Row 25 is that it's very close to the bar so may experience some noise from any revelry in there.
Feb 2, 2012, 5:50 am
#449
Join Date: May 2010
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Ok thanks, I get what you guys mean. I've changed it to 11 E,F,K. Hope the service is as good as on smaller cabins, since the No. of passengers is much more than the 773ER.
Feb 2, 2012, 6:40 am
#450
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I like the atmosphere of the mini cabin at the back, just like the mini cabin on the 777-300ER... haven't flown the A380 before, just never got it on my routes until now. So you suggest sitting up front?
With 380 I'd rather be right in front where there's minimum traffic and least disturbance. When I want some revelry all it takes is a 15 second walk to the bar. The problem is always making ones way back
