Hi All,

New to the forum

I have just booked my first flight with Emirates next month from MAN to TPE via DXB on a Flex ticket. I've signed up for Skywards but obviously starting from 0 miles. On 3 out of the 4 sectors, 68K is available on the A380 in Economy for £75 per sector but I am wondering if I would be better risking not booking a seat, not checking in online and arriving early in the hope that as a solo traveller, I may get an upgrade. I can do the smart casual dress and all the other recommended tips but if the likelihood that someone with miles will get the upgrade first then I don't stand a chance. There's a fair bit of room in economy at the moment and looking on the Expedia seat preview for business, a fair chunk of room in there as well.

Is it worth taking a punt that I could get a push up or just swallow the money and take the nice seat in economy?

Thanks

Adam