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
Nov 13, 2018, 1:50 pm
#1173
Join Date: Mar 2010
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My sincerest thanks to the very kind FTers who’ve taken the time to respond and offer advice. Seeing the enthusiasm for 23A/K among the experienced travellers is making reconsider. 
My main concern with sitting so far back is not getting my first meal choice - is this common when seated towards rear of the cabin with EK?
The other issues of increased traffic etc are probably balanced by the improved privacy and more ‘intimate’ (oo-err missus) cabin.
Struggling to decide - talk about first-world problems!
My main concern with sitting so far back is not getting my first meal choice - is this common when seated towards rear of the cabin with EK?
The other issues of increased traffic etc are probably balanced by the improved privacy and more ‘intimate’ (oo-err missus) cabin.
Struggling to decide - talk about first-world problems!
Nov 13, 2018, 2:05 pm
#1174
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My sincerest thanks to the very kind FTers who’ve taken the time to respond and offer advice. Seeing the enthusiasm for 23A/K among the experienced travellers is making reconsider.
My main concern with sitting so far back is not getting my first meal choice - is this common when seated towards rear of the cabin with EK?
The other issues of increased traffic etc are probably balanced by the improved privacy and more ‘intimate’ (oo-err missus) cabin.
Struggling to decide - talk about first-world problems!
My main concern with sitting so far back is not getting my first meal choice - is this common when seated towards rear of the cabin with EK?
The other issues of increased traffic etc are probably balanced by the improved privacy and more ‘intimate’ (oo-err missus) cabin.
Struggling to decide - talk about first-world problems!
S
Nov 13, 2018, 2:19 pm
#1175
Join Date: Oct 2015
Location: Economy, mostly :(
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Posts: 7,801
My sincerest thanks to the very kind FTers who’ve taken the time to respond and offer advice. Seeing the enthusiasm for 23A/K among the experienced travellers is making reconsider.
My main concern with sitting so far back is not getting my first meal choice - is this common when seated towards rear of the cabin with EK?
The other issues of increased traffic etc are probably balanced by the improved privacy and more ‘intimate’ (oo-err missus) cabin.
Struggling to decide - talk about first-world problems!
My main concern with sitting so far back is not getting my first meal choice - is this common when seated towards rear of the cabin with EK?
The other issues of increased traffic etc are probably balanced by the improved privacy and more ‘intimate’ (oo-err missus) cabin.
Struggling to decide - talk about first-world problems!
Nov 13, 2018, 2:41 pm
#1176
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Also worth mentioning that EK J meal service is not trolley based. Orders are taken via electronic handset and the orders are taken at the same time in a staggered way, with 4 crew taking orders and 2 crew preparing drinks, the other 2 getting food started. It is a well oiled machine and I have never had a bad A388 service in J. (Although I've had some crew who were frosty and could not be bothered being there).
In 8 years of flying J, I've never had my meal choice denied on an A388.
In 8 years of flying J, I've never had my meal choice denied on an A388.
Jun 27, 2019, 3:58 am
#1178
Join Date: Dec 2017
Posts: 20
I scored the famous 23A on 3 of my 4 legs, however my night flight DXB - BKK is a 2 class A380 and someone had already been occupying my rightful seat (equivalent) of 20A/K. I had been assigned to 22A but that one seems to be on the very rear of the BC cabin. Its a night flight, and I am pondering if I should give up my direct window seat and move forwards in the cabin to not be disturbed in the case I want to sleep.
Is the bar noticable in the back of the BC cabin should it be filled with joyeous people?
Is the bar noticable in the back of the BC cabin should it be filled with joyeous people?
Last edited by Denizz; Jun 27, 2019 at 4:03 am
Jun 27, 2019, 4:14 am
#1179
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I scored the famous 23A on 3 of my 4 legs, however my night flight DXB - BKK is a 2 class A380 and someone had already been occupying my rightful seat (equivalent) of 20A/K. I had been assigned to 22A but that one seems to be on the very rear of the BC cabin. Its a night flight, and I am pondering if I should give up my direct window seat and move forwards in the cabin to not be disturbed in the case I want to sleep.
Is the bar noticable in the back of the BC cabin should it be filled with joyeous people?
Is the bar noticable in the back of the BC cabin should it be filled with joyeous people?
Jun 27, 2019, 4:33 am
#1180
Join Date: Dec 2017
Posts: 20
.I do know that I will be bothered MUCH more IF the bar will be busy (and noticable) than with the loss of privacy of sitting directly at the aisle. However I absolutely love the feeling of the A/K seats because of how private they are, and 22A is the only one left. It would not even have been an 'issue' if it was the day flight instead, because I would be in the bar myself for a good portion of the flight
. So its basically a gamble of more privacy feeling and the chance of disturbing from the bar.
Jun 30, 2019, 3:46 am
#1182
Join Date: Jun 2019
Posts: 26
A380 2 class
What are the good seats on a 380 2 class in business class?
I reserved 20A from BKK to HKG
Usually it is loud in the back on a plane (behind the engines). But if it so on this plane.....why they have the business class back there?
I reserved 20A from BKK to HKG
Usually it is loud in the back on a plane (behind the engines). But if it so on this plane.....why they have the business class back there?
Jun 30, 2019, 5:31 am
#1183
Join Date: Jan 2010
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The A380 will be one of the quietest planes you've probably come across regarding engine noise, no matter where you sit. The original 3 Class layout was exclusively First and Business upstairs so the cheap seats (Business) were at the back, and the 2 Class layout remained the same there. 20A and 20K are widely regarded as the best on board.
Jun 30, 2019, 3:42 pm
#1185
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" 20A and 20K are widely regarded as the best on board. "
I beg to disagree. I always prefer the forward J cabin-rows 9 or 10.
SS
I beg to disagree. I always prefer the forward J cabin-rows 9 or 10.
SS