Feb 6, 2015, 9:51 am
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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 2, 2016 | 2:00 pm
#901
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Got to say after just flown on an A380 & 77W in First, I think the suite on the 77W was better. 2K on both flights. 77W felt more spacious. The suite walls definitely higher and the TV seemed bigger (A6-EGY). One previous experience of F class on a 77W and would say the suites were better/more spacious, YMMV.
Safe & Happy Travels
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Safe & Happy Travels
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Jul 2, 2016 | 2:23 pm
#902
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Thanks Pacman3 and Edgewood49 - good to know the inside suites feel larger. I am travelling with my DH so no worries about my next door neighbour!
Jul 2, 2016 | 3:30 pm
#903
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enjoy. Hint reserve your shower for an hour or so out, then snack! walk off plane fresh and ready to go. If your on a 380
Last edited by edgewood49; Jul 2, 2016 at 3:30 pm Reason: forgot something
Jul 3, 2016 | 4:31 am
#905
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Got to say after just flown on an A380 & 77W in First, I think the suite on the 77W was better. 2K on both flights. 77W felt more spacious. The suite walls definitely higher and the TV seemed bigger (A6-EGY). One previous experience of F class on a 77W and would say the suites were better/more spacious, YMMV.
Safe & Happy Travels
S
Safe & Happy Travels
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Jul 3, 2016 | 7:24 am
#906
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Jul 6, 2016 | 3:16 pm
#907
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Travelers in other forums have been able to select upper deck seats seemingly w/o status. They reported a separate tab on the seat selection page for upper deck seats should show up. As a general matter, EK only blocks exit row seats from selection. Perhaps your flight has been changed to a 3 class aircraft. EK701 is regularly a 3 class while EK701 seems to generally be a 2 class aircraft with limited exceptions. How far away is your flight?
Jul 6, 2016 | 8:54 pm
#908
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Jul 8, 2016 | 11:28 am
#909
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It appears the DXB-MRU flights are on a 3-class A380 which has Y starting at Row 41.
Jul 8, 2016 | 11:33 am
#910
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41/43 depends on 380 type (how many total seats, 401, 429 etc)
Jul 9, 2016 | 2:21 pm
#911
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Me, my wife and 15 year old daughter are flying DFW to DXB to HKG in August, with EK. I have 2 award seats in First (couldnt get three) and one paid business seat. Daughter wil be in business. Im wondering if the FAs will allow me to switch seats with my daughter for lets say a few hours. So I can give her also the EK First experience 😉 Any thoughts?
Jul 9, 2016 | 3:24 pm
#912
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Me, my wife and 15 year old daughter are flying DFW to DXB to HKG in August, with EK. I have 2 award seats in First (couldnt get three) and one paid business seat. Daughter wil be in business. Im wondering if the FAs will allow me to switch seats with my daughter for lets say a few hours. So I can give her also the EK First experience 😉 Any thoughts?
Jul 9, 2016 | 6:17 pm
#913
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Me, my wife and 15 year old daughter are flying DFW to DXB to HKG in August, with EK. I have 2 award seats in First (couldnt get three) and one paid business seat. Daughter wil be in business. Im wondering if the FAs will allow me to switch seats with my daughter for lets say a few hours. So I can give her also the EK First experience 😉 Any thoughts?
Switching at the beginning of the flight for the entire flight is rarely a problem.
Why not just give your daughter the whole DXB-HKG flight?
Jul 9, 2016 | 10:29 pm
#914
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Me, my wife and 15 year old daughter are flying DFW to DXB to HKG in August, with EK. I have 2 award seats in First (couldn’t get three) and one paid business seat. Daughter wil be in business. I’m wondering if the FA’s will allow me to switch seats with my daughter for let’s say a few hours. So I can give her also the EK First experience �� Any thoughts?
I think as long as your daughter is not availing the F service, you should be good. So basically, switch between meals. But if she uses the shower or requests for "On demand" F class food, then that probably won't be allowed. The FAs could even object if she decides to sleep in F on a J ticket.
