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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
Jul 10, 2006, 10:42 pm
#77
Join Date: Feb 2005
Posts: 5
Good seats or not?
Hey All,
Me and my Finacee will be travelling on Emirates in Nov-Dec and need to find out if we got good seats in Economy:
AIRBUS INDUSTRIE A345 JET- I currently got 15 D,E
AIRBUS INDUSTRIE A332 JET - Got 17 J,K
BOEING 777-300ER JET - Got 25 B,C
Thank you all!
Me and my Finacee will be travelling on Emirates in Nov-Dec and need to find out if we got good seats in Economy:
AIRBUS INDUSTRIE A345 JET- I currently got 15 D,E
AIRBUS INDUSTRIE A332 JET - Got 17 J,K
BOEING 777-300ER JET - Got 25 B,C
Thank you all!
Aug 7, 2006, 12:23 pm
#78
Join Date: Aug 2006
Posts: 1
340-500 Row 16, Seats B and J
I was able to get seats 16B and J for my upcoming trip. Everything I've read says these can be pretty good seats. My question is regarding the video system. Where is the screen since there is no seat in front of me. Also, how much smaller is the seat due to the in-armrest tray etc.? Any help would be much appreciated. Thanks.
Aug 8, 2006, 9:14 am
#79
Join Date: Mar 2006
Location: Malta
Programs: Skywards Silver
Posts: 550
Originally Posted by wizeson
I was able to get seats 16B and J for my upcoming trip. Everything I've read says these can be pretty good seats. My question is regarding the video system. Where is the screen since there is no seat in front of me. Also, how much smaller is the seat due to the in-armrest tray etc.? Any help would be much appreciated. Thanks.
Aug 8, 2006, 11:09 am
#80
Join Date: Jan 2000
Location: London; Bangkok; Las Vegas
Programs: AA Exec Plat; UA MM Gold; Marriott Lifetime Titanium; Hilton Diamond
Posts: 8,745
Hmmm. I'm on a F RTW ex-BKK and was given an STPC about two months ago for a 14-hour connection in DXB between Male and BKK.
Originally Posted by Mogensen
another note is that we weren't offered a STPC thus having an 8 hour layover in DXB, this was according to EK in CAI not possible since this was a RTW ticket, and therefore not very income generating for EK 
I was quite upset about this and as the airport hotel costs app. 160 usd for a six hour sleep and all the airport area hotels were fully booked, we ended up in the very crowed EK business class lounge from 0:30 am to 8:45 am 
I was quite upset about this and as the airport hotel costs app. 160 usd for a six hour sleep and all the airport area hotels were fully booked, we ended up in the very crowed EK business class lounge from 0:30 am to 8:45 am
Aug 13, 2006, 12:32 am
#81
Original Poster
Join Date: May 2003
Location: Denmark
Posts: 788
The people at CAI seem to be aware that tickets were/are being sold "too" cheap from here, and this causes them to make up there own rules. Nothing really to do about this, as EK service and support people sitting in Dubai, seem not to be able to do anything about this...they reffered me back to where i bought my ticket .... EK CAI 
Enjoy your STPC - the Le Meridien is fine, with a great pool and basically just 10 minutes by car from the terminal building...
Enjoy your STPC - the Le Meridien is fine, with a great pool and basically just 10 minutes by car from the terminal building...
Sep 27, 2006, 11:04 am
#82
Join Date: Sep 2006
Location: Bonn, Germany
Programs: Skywards Blue, M&M
Posts: 8
Window Seats
Hello everybody,
My only experience with EK was FRA-DXB-BKK (y-class) in 1990. They were using A310 / A300 at this time and I remember the trip as pretty good.
Too bad personal demands have increased a bit in the meantime: I can feel another long hawl coming up and I'm willing to spend money on DUS-DXB-AKL (EK 058/EK 406) and CHC-DXB-DUS (EK 055/EK 413) in Business. Watching the Emirates-pages and reading this forum gives me the idea, that the money will be well spent.
So here are my questions:
1) Since one of my priorities is a good view out of the window, esp. during climb and approach (upright seat-position) I wonder which seats would serve this purpose best on 332 and 345 (C or J-class). I would hate to get stuck between two windows and ruin my cervical vertebrae...
2) Why does seatexpert.com rate 9a and 9k on both A332 (three classes) and A345 as "beware"?
3) I couldn't find any information on how many Skywardmiles I'd have to spend on upgrades in future-trips. Neither the Emirates- nor the Skywardspages seeme to provide the information. I can remember coming across a pdf with all the information I ask for, but can't find it anymore. Can anybody give me the link?
Thanx in advance,
Peter
My only experience with EK was FRA-DXB-BKK (y-class) in 1990. They were using A310 / A300 at this time and I remember the trip as pretty good.
Too bad personal demands have increased a bit in the meantime: I can feel another long hawl coming up and I'm willing to spend money on DUS-DXB-AKL (EK 058/EK 406) and CHC-DXB-DUS (EK 055/EK 413) in Business. Watching the Emirates-pages and reading this forum gives me the idea, that the money will be well spent.
So here are my questions:
1) Since one of my priorities is a good view out of the window, esp. during climb and approach (upright seat-position) I wonder which seats would serve this purpose best on 332 and 345 (C or J-class). I would hate to get stuck between two windows and ruin my cervical vertebrae...
2) Why does seatexpert.com rate 9a and 9k on both A332 (three classes) and A345 as "beware"?
3) I couldn't find any information on how many Skywardmiles I'd have to spend on upgrades in future-trips. Neither the Emirates- nor the Skywardspages seeme to provide the information. I can remember coming across a pdf with all the information I ask for, but can't find it anymore. Can anybody give me the link?
Thanx in advance,
Peter
Last edited by PeterMaas; Sep 27, 2006 at 12:19 pm
Sep 27, 2006, 12:22 pm
#84
Join Date: Jan 2005
Location: SIN 5 days out of 7
Programs: BD*G, A3*G, BA-S, Accor Gold, IHG Amb
Posts: 5,505
Originally Posted by PeterMaas
3) I couldn't find any information on how many Skywardmiles I'd have to spend on upgrades in future-trips. Neither the Emirates- nor the Skywardspages seeme to provide the information. I can remember coming across a pdf with all the information I ask for, but can't find it anymore. Can anybody give me the link?
but I can for 3.
The membership guide is found on the Skywards website under "News and Offers" -> "Member Guide"
URL:
http://www.skywards.com/online_handbook.aspx
.PDF URL:
http://www.skywards.com/cmsImages/Sk...136-162745.pdf
Last edited by jbfield; Sep 27, 2006 at 12:40 pm
Oct 1, 2006, 1:46 pm
#85
Join Date: Sep 2006
Location: Bonn, Germany
Programs: Skywards Blue, M&M
Posts: 8
@jbfield: Thanx, that's what I've been looking for. Somehow stupid of me, not to find it myselfe.
Someone any idea about 1) and 2)?
How would you compare J-class on EK 418 (77W) with EK 406 (345)?
When it comes to a long hawl DXB-AKL EK 432 (773) isn't worth a thought, right?
Regards,
Peter
Someone any idea about 1) and 2)?
How would you compare J-class on EK 418 (77W) with EK 406 (345)?
When it comes to a long hawl DXB-AKL EK 432 (773) isn't worth a thought, right?
Regards,
Peter
Nov 4, 2006, 5:58 pm
#86
Join Date: Nov 2006
Location: Australia
Programs: Skywards Sliver
Posts: 13
Which are the Best seats: Y, 345, Mel-DXB
Hi all,
Flying to DXB from MEL next week Nov 13, and was wondering which seat on economy class on board 345 is BEST. I dont like the bulkrows, as the armrest is not moveable, however, i like the leg room.
In addition, does anyone know if the flight will be fully booked or not? If not, then I will pick my seat hoping noone is seated next to me.
Any help is appreciated.
Thanks
Bee
Flying to DXB from MEL next week Nov 13, and was wondering which seat on economy class on board 345 is BEST. I dont like the bulkrows, as the armrest is not moveable, however, i like the leg room.
In addition, does anyone know if the flight will be fully booked or not? If not, then I will pick my seat hoping noone is seated next to me.
Any help is appreciated.
Thanks
Bee
Nov 5, 2006, 5:36 pm
#87
Join Date: Nov 2006
Posts: 4
Flight from MAN - DXB - LHE (Advice on Stop Over and Seats Please)
Hi all!
I am new to this forum, and have been reading it with interest. I am due to fly from MAN to DXB and then onto LHE on the 25th of November 06. I haven't yet tried Emirates, however I have decided to try it on this trip!
Anyway, I need some advice from the more senior flyers here
I have booked an Economy seat (Showing as 'L'? on my ticket)
The flight from MAN is EK020 Leaving 7:50pm (25/11/06) and arriving in DXB at 6.40am (26/11/06)
My connection on to LHE is EK622 at 10.05pm (26/11/06). This is a say 15hr 25m transfer stop. Can I request some accomodation or can I buy myself into one of the better lounges (Diners Club, First/Business) from Emirates.
Has anybody had any experience doing this, either in Diners, First/Business or maybe even the 'Marhaba' lounge?
Can I also ask which the best seats are on these flights (I am 6'2 - or should I get cheeky and ask for an upgrade!)
Hope Emirates works out for me on my first flight with them, you assistance in this is appreciated
Thanks in Advance
Mark
I am new to this forum, and have been reading it with interest. I am due to fly from MAN to DXB and then onto LHE on the 25th of November 06. I haven't yet tried Emirates, however I have decided to try it on this trip!
Anyway, I need some advice from the more senior flyers here
I have booked an Economy seat (Showing as 'L'? on my ticket)
The flight from MAN is EK020 Leaving 7:50pm (25/11/06) and arriving in DXB at 6.40am (26/11/06)
My connection on to LHE is EK622 at 10.05pm (26/11/06). This is a say 15hr 25m transfer stop. Can I request some accomodation or can I buy myself into one of the better lounges (Diners Club, First/Business) from Emirates.
Has anybody had any experience doing this, either in Diners, First/Business or maybe even the 'Marhaba' lounge?
Can I also ask which the best seats are on these flights (I am 6'2 - or should I get cheeky and ask for an upgrade!)
Hope Emirates works out for me on my first flight with them, you assistance in this is appreciated
Thanks in Advance
Mark
Nov 5, 2006, 6:20 pm
#88
Join Date: Nov 2006
Location: Australia
Programs: Skywards Sliver
Posts: 13
Originally Posted by Winging It
Hi all!
I am new to this forum, and have been reading it with interest. I am due to fly from MAN to DXB and then onto LHE on the 25th of November 06. I haven't yet tried Emirates, however I have decided to try it on this trip!
Anyway, I need some advice from the more senior flyers here
I have booked an Economy seat (Showing as 'L'? on my ticket)
The flight from MAN is EK020 Leaving 7:50pm (25/11/06) and arriving in DXB at 6.40am (26/11/06)
My connection on to LHE is EK622 at 10.05pm (26/11/06). This is a say 15hr 25m transfer stop. Can I request some accomodation or can I buy myself into one of the better lounges (Diners Club, First/Business) from Emirates.
Has anybody had any experience doing this, either in Diners, First/Business or maybe even the 'Marhaba' lounge?
Can I also ask which the best seats are on these flights (I am 6'2 - or should I get cheeky and ask for an upgrade!)
Hope Emirates works out for me on my first flight with them, you assistance in this is appreciated
Thanks in Advance
Mark
I am new to this forum, and have been reading it with interest. I am due to fly from MAN to DXB and then onto LHE on the 25th of November 06. I haven't yet tried Emirates, however I have decided to try it on this trip!
Anyway, I need some advice from the more senior flyers here
I have booked an Economy seat (Showing as 'L'? on my ticket)
The flight from MAN is EK020 Leaving 7:50pm (25/11/06) and arriving in DXB at 6.40am (26/11/06)
My connection on to LHE is EK622 at 10.05pm (26/11/06). This is a say 15hr 25m transfer stop. Can I request some accomodation or can I buy myself into one of the better lounges (Diners Club, First/Business) from Emirates.
Has anybody had any experience doing this, either in Diners, First/Business or maybe even the 'Marhaba' lounge?
Can I also ask which the best seats are on these flights (I am 6'2 - or should I get cheeky and ask for an upgrade!)
Hope Emirates works out for me on my first flight with them, you assistance in this is appreciated
Thanks in Advance
Mark
Mark,
I hope you have signed up for Skywards, because you might not ever fly with any other airlines, unless Emirates does not have a route.
Anyways, to your point, Techincally speaking you can request accomodations. However, its not really a must in legal terms. I recommend you ask for it as soon as possible, because it may require reservations. If there is availablity then you can pick up the hotel vocuher from the check-in at MAN. Be Sure to pick it up from there, or you might face some difficulty at DXB.
As for the Lounges, not really sure, but I had one of my friends Pay to enter the Business Lounge, but that was awhile back, not sure if it can be done now.
As for 'Marhaba' lounge, you pay only 75 Dirhums to enter.
This link is for the Marhaba: http://www.emirates.com/uk/Dubai/Dub...abaLounges.asp
I hope this helps...
Enjoy!
Nov 6, 2006, 6:52 am
#89
Join Date: Nov 2006
Posts: 4
Originally Posted by Sagribader
Mark,
I hope you have signed up for Skywards, because you might not ever fly with any other airlines, unless Emirates does not have a route.
Anyways, to your point, Techincally speaking you can request accomodations. However, its not really a must in legal terms. I recommend you ask for it as soon as possible, because it may require reservations. If there is availablity then you can pick up the hotel vocuher from the check-in at MAN. Be Sure to pick it up from there, or you might face some difficulty at DXB.
As for the Lounges, not really sure, but I had one of my friends Pay to enter the Business Lounge, but that was awhile back, not sure if it can be done now.
As for 'Marhaba' lounge, you pay only 75 Dirhums to enter.
This link is for the Marhaba: http://www.emirates.com/uk/Dubai/Dub...abaLounges.asp
I hope this helps...
Enjoy!
I hope you have signed up for Skywards, because you might not ever fly with any other airlines, unless Emirates does not have a route.
Anyways, to your point, Techincally speaking you can request accomodations. However, its not really a must in legal terms. I recommend you ask for it as soon as possible, because it may require reservations. If there is availablity then you can pick up the hotel vocuher from the check-in at MAN. Be Sure to pick it up from there, or you might face some difficulty at DXB.
As for the Lounges, not really sure, but I had one of my friends Pay to enter the Business Lounge, but that was awhile back, not sure if it can be done now.
As for 'Marhaba' lounge, you pay only 75 Dirhums to enter.
This link is for the Marhaba: http://www.emirates.com/uk/Dubai/Dub...abaLounges.asp
I hope this helps...
Enjoy!
I called Emirates UK who told me I was not entitled to the free accomodation because my ticket was 'L' Economy and not 'Y'. Hmm!
Anyway, I was told the Marhaba Lounge has rooms available with beds etc so I might be able to get in there and book one. Does anybody have any idea where the rules for this kind of travel are, as it seems Emirates done advertise the stop over details on their website.
Thanks all!
Nov 6, 2006, 3:01 pm
#90
Join Date: Jan 2005
Location: Pennsylvania
Programs: AA Platinum Pro, AC *S, Marriott Gold Elite, Hyatt Explorist
Posts: 9,689
Originally Posted by Winging It
Thanks for your reply!
I called Emirates UK who told me I was not entitled to the free accomodation because my ticket was 'L' Economy and not 'Y'. Hmm!
I called Emirates UK who told me I was not entitled to the free accomodation because my ticket was 'L' Economy and not 'Y'. Hmm!
Originally Posted by Winging It
Anyway, I was told the Marhaba Lounge has rooms available with beds etc so I might be able to get in there and book one. Does anybody have any idea where the rules for this kind of travel are, as it seems Emirates done advertise the stop over details on their website.
http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/showt...highlight=STPC
Cheers