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Old Feb 6, 2015, 9:51 am
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Emirates Seating Guide

A380

First:
  1. 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.
  2. Couple: E/F seats in rows 1-3 are all fairly similar.
Business:
  1. 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.
  2. Solo travelers: most prefer seats A and K (solo seats on sides with windows).
  3. Couple: aim for seats E/F to be closer together.
Economy:
  1. General comments: upgrade if at all possible!

777

First:
  1. 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.
  2. 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
Business:
  1. 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.
  2. Solo travelers:
  3. 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!
Economy:
  1. General comments: Y on the 777 is for slim people.
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Old Aug 11, 2016 | 7:10 am
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Business seating, 2 class 777
Our flight DUB - DXB EK162 next month has been changed to a 2 class 777. I had chosen 6J and 6K but in this new configuration they seem to be in a mini cabin with just one row of seats. The only option left (other than middle seats) is 1A and 1B - Are there any pros or cons to sticking with row 6 or moving to row1?
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Old Aug 11, 2016 | 7:21 am
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Originally Posted by Neiltoo
Our flight DUB - DXB EK162 next month has been changed to a 2 class 777. I had chosen 6J and 6K but in this new configuration they seem to be in a mini cabin with just one row of seats. The only option left (other than middle seats) is 1A and 1B - Are their any pros or cons to sticking with row 6 or moving to row1?
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imho it's worse than a mini cabin - it is literally just a row between a bulkhead and the Y cabin curtain. You can feel easily forgotten in there!

1A/B is next to door 1L - it's a bulkhead but the galley is on the other side of the aircraft, so less noise. imho, 1A/B is superior.
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Old Aug 11, 2016 | 7:25 am
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Originally Posted by eternaltransit
imho it's worse than a mini cabin - it is literally just a row between a bulkhead and the Y cabin curtain. You can feel easily forgotten in there!

1A/B is next to door 1L - it's a bulkhead but the galley is on the other side of the aircraft, so less noise. imho, 1A/B is superior.
What about the 2-class where there's the open area with snacks instead of the galley? On a seat map they'd probably look almost identical and in such a config that single row isn't bad at all
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Old Aug 11, 2016 | 7:33 am
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I think I'll move to row 1. I'm a bit miffed (in a 'I know I can't do anything about it sort of way') that I didn't spot this earlier.
I'd usually go with the flow but this is our honeymoon and I'm probably trying too hard to get everything just right!
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Old Aug 11, 2016 | 7:35 am
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Originally Posted by skywardhunter
What about the 2-class where there's the open area with snacks instead of the galley? On a seat map they'd probably look almost identical and in such a config that single row isn't bad at all
Think it's difficult to tell without knowing the specific a/c which he won't before the day, so 1A/B is a safer bet imho.

Could always move on the day if there's space!
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Old Aug 11, 2016 | 7:38 am
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Originally Posted by eternaltransit
Think it's difficult to tell without knowing the specific a/c which he won't before the day, so 1A/B is a safer bet imho.

Could always move on the day if there's space!
Think that's what I'll do.

Thanks to you both for the input.
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Old Aug 11, 2016 | 7:43 am
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Originally Posted by eternaltransit
Think it's difficult to tell without knowing the specific a/c which he won't before the day, so 1A/B is a safer bet imho.

Could always move on the day if there's space!
Agree it's the safer choice. Also always nice to be in row 1

Just curious if there's a difference on the seat map to distinguish as it makes a big difference. That open area makes the J cabin feel really nice and airy. Similar to the EY A330 J cabin, but even bigger.
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Old Aug 11, 2016 | 8:02 am
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Decision made for me! The app wont let me choose Row 1 as they are bassinetts and/or I have no status!
I'll keep my fingers crossed that it's the layout that Skywardhunter referred to.

My wife-to-be will tell me that it's only 7 hours and there are a whole lot worse seats we could be in
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Old Aug 11, 2016 | 8:47 am
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Originally Posted by Neiltoo
Decision made for me! The app wont let me choose Row 1 as they are bassinetts and/or I have no status!
I'll keep my fingers crossed that it's the layout that Skywardhunter referred to.

My wife-to-be will tell me that it's only 7 hours and there are a whole lot worse seats we could be in
Bulkhead seats usually require you to get to the airport early to claim them. Perhaps a call to them might get them assigned to you provisionally though!
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Old Aug 11, 2016 | 10:17 am
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Not sure if this is the right thread but is it possible to find availability in F class for flight EK 509 (BOM-DXB) on Aug 14 ?
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Old Aug 11, 2016 | 10:26 am
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Not sure if this is the right thread but is it possible to find availability in F class for flight EK 509 (BOM-DXB) on Aug 14 ?
Not even remotely the right thread, but it's F1 A0 P4 (not sure if P is actually First class but that's what EF says).
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Old Aug 11, 2016 | 10:35 pm
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Not even remotely the right thread, but it's F1 A0 P4 (not sure if P is actually First class but that's what EF says).
Thanks ! Could you please point me to the right thread (I searched and could not find it)

At the moment, I do not see any upgrades online. What are my chances of getting a paid upgrade during check-in if there is availability? Or does the booking class play a role - I have a Business Saver ticket (J) .
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Old Aug 12, 2016 | 1:00 am
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Not even remotely the right thread, but it's F1 A0 P4 (not sure if P is actually First class but that's what EF says).
EK has F, A and Z not P anymore.

The above tells me there is one F seat left.
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Old Aug 12, 2016 | 2:25 am
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Thanks ! Could you please point me to the right thread (I searched and could not find it)

At the moment, I do not see any upgrades online. What are my chances of getting a paid upgrade during check-in if there is availability? Or does the booking class play a role - I have a Business Saver ticket (J) .
Not sure if there is one. Can always start a new thread. Paid upgrade possible anytime if there's a seat for sale, just call in. Miles upgrade becomes space available based at check in.
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Old Aug 12, 2016 | 7:43 am
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Not sure if there is one. Can always start a new thread. Paid upgrade possible anytime if there's a seat for sale, just call in. Miles upgrade becomes space available based at check in.
Make sure you bought your ticket direct and not through a TA. I bought through Amex Travel and it's not can not up grade to FC!
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