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.
The ultimate Emirates seating guide
Jul 1, 2025 | 12:01 am
#1382
Join Date: Oct 2017
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Thanks for the follow up, I came to this thread to ask this exact question. Out of interest, how is the bassinet attached?
Jul 1, 2025 | 9:09 am
#1383
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When I was doing this research, this video was one of the only datapoints I could find -- hope it gets you what you need re: how the bassinet is attached:
Aug 2, 2025 | 1:16 am
#1384
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This is a very big thread and tried looking so apologize if this has been asked before but flying F old 777.
I have flown it plenty of times but never solo stuck in a middle seat. Do they allow to raise the partition for the entire flight or does it have to be down during takeoff/landing? I have only ever flown the middle seats with a companion. I seem to remember they do allow it to be raised.
Set a seat alert hopefully a window opens I do find the middle seats to feel more cramped and the storage compartment is definitely smaller (not sure if that is noted anywhere in this thread).
I have flown it plenty of times but never solo stuck in a middle seat. Do they allow to raise the partition for the entire flight or does it have to be down during takeoff/landing? I have only ever flown the middle seats with a companion. I seem to remember they do allow it to be raised.
Set a seat alert hopefully a window opens I do find the middle seats to feel more cramped and the storage compartment is definitely smaller (not sure if that is noted anywhere in this thread).
Aug 2, 2025 | 2:55 am
#1385
Join Date: May 2020
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This is a very big thread and tried looking so apologize if this has been asked before but flying F old 777.
I have flown it plenty of times but never solo stuck in a middle seat. Do they allow to raise the partition for the entire flight or does it have to be down during takeoff/landing? I have only ever flown the middle seats with a companion. I seem to remember they do allow it to be raised.
Set a seat alert hopefully a window opens I do find the middle seats to feel more cramped and the storage compartment is definitely smaller (not sure if that is noted anywhere in this thread).
I have flown it plenty of times but never solo stuck in a middle seat. Do they allow to raise the partition for the entire flight or does it have to be down during takeoff/landing? I have only ever flown the middle seats with a companion. I seem to remember they do allow it to be raised.
Set a seat alert hopefully a window opens I do find the middle seats to feel more cramped and the storage compartment is definitely smaller (not sure if that is noted anywhere in this thread).
Aug 2, 2025 | 6:34 am
#1386
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Join Date: Mar 2006
Location: LGW / AMS / CPT
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I think the ‘default’ position is that it is raised. The only times I have seen it dropped when boarding is when I traveled with mrs t on the same booking.
And yes, the storage is definitely smaller and I also find it a touch more cramped because of that (perfect example of a first world ‘problem’ / observation)
And yes, the storage is definitely smaller and I also find it a touch more cramped because of that (perfect example of a first world ‘problem’ / observation)
Aug 2, 2025 | 6:37 am
#1387
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Join Date: Mar 2006
Location: LGW / AMS / CPT
Programs: SA KL BA EK
Posts: 4,836
This is a very big thread and tried looking so apologize if this has been asked before but flying F old 777.
I have flown it plenty of times but never solo stuck in a middle seat. Do they allow to raise the partition for the entire flight or does it have to be down during takeoff/landing? I have only ever flown the middle seats with a companion. I seem to remember they do allow it to be raised.
Set a seat alert hopefully a window opens I do find the middle seats to feel more cramped and the storage compartment is definitely smaller (not sure if that is noted anywhere in this thread).
I have flown it plenty of times but never solo stuck in a middle seat. Do they allow to raise the partition for the entire flight or does it have to be down during takeoff/landing? I have only ever flown the middle seats with a companion. I seem to remember they do allow it to be raised.
Set a seat alert hopefully a window opens I do find the middle seats to feel more cramped and the storage compartment is definitely smaller (not sure if that is noted anywhere in this thread).