Feb 6, 2015, 9:51 am
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Emirates Seating Guide
A380
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777
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A380
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- 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.
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Nov 11, 2015 | 12:20 am
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Nov 11, 2015 | 12:27 pm
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Totally private as long as you ignore the reflection of the person sitting in 22G ( on the silver flower vase).
In fact after the last few flights in K seats on the 380 , I actually prefer it to the 777.
However while travelling with mrsukdoctor I usually end up with the E/F seats which are not great as neither of us gets the window . Of course there are no windows for the E/F seats in F either but at least it is more spacious.
Nov 11, 2015 | 2:18 pm
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I normally hate the A380 but was impressed by the 23k seat. Its like an F suite ( a poor man's version of course)
Totally private as long as you ignore the reflection of the person sitting in 22G ( on the silver flower vase).
In fact after the last few flights in K seats on the 380 , I actually prefer it to the 777.
However while travelling with mrsukdoctor I usually end up with the E/F seats which are not great as neither of us gets the window . Of course there are no windows for the E/F seats in F either but at least it is more spacious.
Totally private as long as you ignore the reflection of the person sitting in 22G ( on the silver flower vase).
In fact after the last few flights in K seats on the 380 , I actually prefer it to the 777.
However while travelling with mrsukdoctor I usually end up with the E/F seats which are not great as neither of us gets the window . Of course there are no windows for the E/F seats in F either but at least it is more spacious.
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Nov 11, 2015 | 4:59 pm
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Many thanks for this counsel...Will book shortly. Do I want to book in Concourse A as am flying in on an A380 and flying out on one too. Thanks again!
Nov 30, 2015 | 3:58 am
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On one occasion my flight arrived at B; the hotel person meeting me at the gate made a phone call and got me switched from the A concourse hotel to the B concourse one.
It was probably one of the midnight arrivals with a 10 hour transit so I was glad to save time at that point.
Nov 30, 2015 | 9:16 pm
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There's no easy answer to this; the A380 can arrive at - and depart from - Concourse A, B or (occasionally) C. My approach is to just book the Concourse A hotel and hope for the best. I choose A as I prefer the lounge there which I use for meals during the transit. But it means sometimes I've had to take the train from B to A on arrival or hike to concourse C for departure.
On one occasion my flight arrived at B; the hotel person meeting me at the gate made a phone call and got me switched from the A concourse hotel to the B concourse one. It was probably one of the midnight arrivals with a 10 hour transit so I was glad to save time at that point.
On one occasion my flight arrived at B; the hotel person meeting me at the gate made a phone call and got me switched from the A concourse hotel to the B concourse one.
It was probably one of the midnight arrivals with a 10 hour transit so I was glad to save time at that point.
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Dec 11, 2015 | 12:57 am
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advise required on seat selection - emirates A380
Hi,
It will be my first long haul flight from Dubai to Perth. Its almost 11 hrs non-stop flight. I have never traveled with A380 therefore really excited to experience this superb jumbo flight.
I have below question.
1) Will be travelling with economy class, so is it possible to have economy seat in upper deck ?
2) Which seat in economy have below characteristics:
a) good leg space
b) away from toilet / lavatory
c) window side
d) can easily enter/exit seat without disturbing other passengers
Finally, what else is there to look / enjoy in A380 which is not there in normal planes ?
Thanks
Viki
It will be my first long haul flight from Dubai to Perth. Its almost 11 hrs non-stop flight. I have never traveled with A380 therefore really excited to experience this superb jumbo flight.
I have below question.
1) Will be travelling with economy class, so is it possible to have economy seat in upper deck ?
2) Which seat in economy have below characteristics:
a) good leg space
b) away from toilet / lavatory
c) window side
d) can easily enter/exit seat without disturbing other passengers
Finally, what else is there to look / enjoy in A380 which is not there in normal planes ?
Thanks
Viki
Dec 11, 2015 | 3:47 am
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There is a site seatguru.com that will help you.
http://www.seatguru.com/airlines/Emi...irbus_A380.php
Sadly for you, the A380-800 that you'll be on doesn't have Y seats on the upper deck.
Can't say there is much that is unique to see on the A380 but you will have a comfortable ride. The humidity and pressure are more favorable for the flight which can help reduce travel fatigue.
EK also have a features on your flight section of their website. It shows amenities for the flight you'll be taking.
http://www.seatguru.com/airlines/Emi...irbus_A380.php
Sadly for you, the A380-800 that you'll be on doesn't have Y seats on the upper deck.
Can't say there is much that is unique to see on the A380 but you will have a comfortable ride. The humidity and pressure are more favorable for the flight which can help reduce travel fatigue.
EK also have a features on your flight section of their website. It shows amenities for the flight you'll be taking.
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