Feb 6, 2015, 9:51 am
Last edit by: sydtogla
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.
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Feb 24, 2020, 8:38 am
#1246
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Row 6 is usually (partly) blocked because of the bassinet positions. If you are keen to get it, try via the app from about 3 days out. At some stage (not always the same moment in my experience), it suddenly gets released (assuming there is no need for bassinets).
Feb 24, 2020, 8:53 am
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Yes, I would certainly prefer row 7 over row 9. Row 7 is in the small (2 row) front cabin and it gives a 'quieter' feel. Having said that, row 9 is not terrible (I would avoid row 8 as people tend to bump into it on their way to the toilets).
Row 6 is usually (partly) blocked because of the bassinet positions. If you are keen to get it, try via the app from about 3 days out. At some stage (not always the same moment in my experience), it suddenly gets released (assuming there is no need for bassinets).
Row 6 is usually (partly) blocked because of the bassinet positions. If you are keen to get it, try via the app from about 3 days out. At some stage (not always the same moment in my experience), it suddenly gets released (assuming there is no need for bassinets).
Feb 24, 2020, 9:37 am
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Thank you! One more question.. on the A380, are there any preferred E/F seats in the J cabin? I'm have us in 9E/9F today trying to compromise between being farther from the noise of the bar vs also somewhat away from the front if there are any noise from the front galleys/washrooms.
And the J cabin is VERY long, even a few rows from the back you won’t notice the bar. They start service from row 7 and (IIRC) 16, so 9 is good for quick service. Also you’ll be off the plane quickly. Mrs t and I are in 9E/F tomorrow evening ex LGW. For a day flight we like to be in 23E/F, short walk to the bar but far enough to avoid too much disturbance. But for us row 9-14 is preferred for a night flight.
Feb 24, 2020, 11:01 am
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Just had a EK flight and was on Y on the 2 class 380.
Thought I'll get seats in the forward section of the Y lower deck.
The seats are fine but the first few rows have very limited overhead luggage storage space.
So if you really want to keep your carry on on the space above your seat on the 2 class A380 in Y , I would suggest you avoid rows 41 to 44 on the 2 class 380 in Y .
There is space for a rucksack/soft luggage etc but a standard hard shell carry on would be a struggle to fit in till around row 43 or 44 depending on the size.
Thought I'll get seats in the forward section of the Y lower deck.
The seats are fine but the first few rows have very limited overhead luggage storage space.
So if you really want to keep your carry on on the space above your seat on the 2 class A380 in Y , I would suggest you avoid rows 41 to 44 on the 2 class 380 in Y .
There is space for a rucksack/soft luggage etc but a standard hard shell carry on would be a struggle to fit in till around row 43 or 44 depending on the size.
Feb 26, 2020, 7:52 pm
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i'm flying a 777 (BNE - DXB) than onto an A380 (DXB - LHR) in a few months in economy and i'm thinking of paying for preferred seat - on the 777 i'm thinking rows 17 to 21 (in the little front cabin) and on the A380 i'm thinking row 41 (2nd row of ecconomy). is there any downside to this?
Feb 27, 2020, 10:27 pm
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i'm flying a 777 (BNE - DXB) than onto an A380 (DXB - LHR) in a few months in economy and i'm thinking of paying for preferred seat - on the 777 i'm thinking rows 17 to 21 (in the little front cabin) and on the A380 i'm thinking row 41 (2nd row of ecconomy). is there any downside to this?
Feb 29, 2020, 7:32 pm
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The only issue as I mentioned in the earlier post is if you have a hard shell case. The storage space is small for the first row (exit) and progressively increases as you go backwards.
It only gets to 'normal' sizes by the 4th row from memory.
Small rucksacks/soft luggage are fine but a standard EK max size cabin bag will not fit in the first 2 rows
Mar 1, 2020, 2:17 am
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Correct. But on day flights the front Y cabin is quite nice and open if you are sitting in the first 3 or 4 rows. The central row of seats is taken over by the stairs to the upper deck.
The only issue as I mentioned in the earlier post is if you have a hard shell case. The storage space is small for the first row (exit) and progressively increases as you go backwards.
It only gets to 'normal' sizes by the 4th row from memory.
Small rucksacks/soft luggage are fine but a standard EK max size cabin bag will not fit in the first 2 rows
The only issue as I mentioned in the earlier post is if you have a hard shell case. The storage space is small for the first row (exit) and progressively increases as you go backwards.
It only gets to 'normal' sizes by the 4th row from memory.
Small rucksacks/soft luggage are fine but a standard EK max size cabin bag will not fit in the first 2 rows
Mar 1, 2020, 4:30 am
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I'm in one of these aisle seats in a few weeks and it's not the size of the storage that irks me, it's the fact there's none in the middle due to the staircase. I always want to put my bag in the rack across the aisle from my seat so I can keep an eye on it, which can't be done there.
Jul 18, 2020, 12:08 pm
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Saying that, the angle is very slight anyway. With a nose up attitude, I don't notice the slope - it's by no means a wedgie seat that used to be prevalent.
Jul 18, 2020, 12:27 pm
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It depends on the date. There aren't many of the flat-bed B777s, so it's probably not possible to know in advance which plane will be used. Especially at the moment, when there is a much reduced service.
Saying that, the angle is very slight anyway. With a nose up attitude, I don't notice the slope - it's by no means a wedgie seat that used to be prevalent.
Saying that, the angle is very slight anyway. With a nose up attitude, I don't notice the slope - it's by no means a wedgie seat that used to be prevalent.
Sep 15, 2020, 12:45 pm
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Whats the consensus on the best seat for a solo traveler in 777 new F? I've only flown the new F once before a couple of years ago FRA-DXB daytime flight. Had 1E originally for the novelty, but switched to 1K so a couple could sit together in 1A and 1E. Wasn't the biggest fan of 1K as I thought the gally was too close.
I do remember the center seats being more spacious, but I'm torn on which is better for JFK-DXB-JFK.
On the outbound only 1A, 1E, 2E, and 2K are left.
For the return I have my choice as the entire cabin is currently empty except me.
Thanks!
I do remember the center seats being more spacious, but I'm torn on which is better for JFK-DXB-JFK.
On the outbound only 1A, 1E, 2E, and 2K are left.
For the return I have my choice as the entire cabin is currently empty except me.
Thanks!