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, 2019, 12:05 am
#1186
Join Date: Feb 2002
Location: DUB/ORD/SIN/PVG
Programs: EI AerClub Concierge, EK Gold, BA Gold, BD Gold (Retired), HHonors Diamond, Bonvoy Lifetime Gold
Posts: 2,923
First family A380 trip in C
Traveling for the first time with family (4 PAX, two pre-teen kids) on an EK A380 in a few weeks (in C).
Had originally grabbed two pairs of middle seats but 4 sequential window seats are available (9/11/14/16 K) so could switch to those. Kids are both over 10 so pretty independent.
First world problem I know but anyone opted for all windows before? It’s an approx 4am connection from DXB having arrived on the 162 (777 from DUB) so the adults will likely sleep, not sure about the kids...
Had originally grabbed two pairs of middle seats but 4 sequential window seats are available (9/11/14/16 K) so could switch to those. Kids are both over 10 so pretty independent.
First world problem I know but anyone opted for all windows before? It’s an approx 4am connection from DXB having arrived on the 162 (777 from DUB) so the adults will likely sleep, not sure about the kids...
Jul 1, 2019, 1:18 am
#1187
Join Date: Jan 2010
Posts: 9,307
"Widely regarded" does not mean everyone, but you know as well as I that most recommendations are for these seats or their equivalent (23A/K) on the 3 Class.
Jul 11, 2019, 12:01 pm
#1189
Join Date: Jun 2005
Location: London
Posts: 610
Jul 11, 2019, 3:56 pm
#1191
Join Date: Jul 2019
Posts: 2
I am flying the Emirates A380 with my two small kids. I am going to choose the 2 middle seats for the kids (16 E/F), what seat should I chose for myself to be closest to them etc? I am not sure if I should go for a window seat (A or K) in the same row or different row as them or an aisle seat in a row in front or behind. I remember from flying the Emirates A380 that it seemed counter intuitive how a family of 3 should sit but I don't remember the details now.
Jul 11, 2019, 8:08 pm
#1192
Join Date: Aug 2017
Location: Manchester/London
Programs: Skywards Plat, Bonvoy Titanium
Posts: 1,226
I am flying the Emirates A380 with my two small kids. I am going to choose the 2 middle seats for the kids (16 E/F), what seat should I chose for myself to be closest to them etc? I am not sure if I should go for a window seat (A or K) in the same row or different row as them or an aisle seat in a row in front or behind. I remember from flying the Emirates A380 that it seemed counter intuitive how a family of 3 should sit but I don't remember the details now.
It's probably counter intuitive because the layout wasn't designed with kids in mind. A perk of travelling J is the reduced chance of having to encounter them at all!
Jul 12, 2019, 12:10 am
#1193
Join Date: Jun 2005
Location: London
Posts: 610
Jul 12, 2019, 7:19 pm
#1195
Join Date: Aug 2017
Location: Manchester/London
Programs: Skywards Plat, Bonvoy Titanium
Posts: 1,226
Jul 25, 2019, 5:56 pm
#1196
Join Date: Aug 2017
Location: Toronto
Programs: OneWorld, Aeroplan,StarAlliance
Posts: 29
Best seat on Economy!
What would you say is the best seat on an A380 EK ( North America to Dubai) ? Is it worth paying the extra $$ for it or wait until last 48hrs to book it for free ?
thanks
thanks
Last edited by Carl380; Jul 25, 2019 at 5:56 pm Reason: Missing class
Jul 25, 2019, 6:19 pm
#1197
Join Date: Mar 2019
Location: Mexico City
Programs: Hyatt Explorist, Hilton Gold, Marriot Gold, IHG Silver, Choice Platinum, Wyndham Gold
Posts: 3,847
However, the center last row has an aisle with people walking behind you holding on your seat. I'm steering clear of those.
Jul 25, 2019, 6:37 pm
#1198
Join Date: Aug 2017
Location: Toronto
Programs: OneWorld, Aeroplan,StarAlliance
Posts: 29
Hahah I’m leaning towards the last row of the first section too and I’m flying with my gf so the plan is to book the isle and the window hoping no one will get the middle seat but this plan could go sideways..
maybe we’ll do 2 aisle seats since both of us hate sitting in the middle seat plus it’s a 15hr flight..
I heard there’s a window seat with extra legroom but not sure if that’s on a 777 or A380?
thanks for the reply and have a good trip
maybe we’ll do 2 aisle seats since both of us hate sitting in the middle seat plus it’s a 15hr flight..
I heard there’s a window seat with extra legroom but not sure if that’s on a 777 or A380?
thanks for the reply and have a good trip
Jul 25, 2019, 6:51 pm
#1199
Join Date: Mar 2019
Location: Mexico City
Programs: Hyatt Explorist, Hilton Gold, Marriot Gold, IHG Silver, Choice Platinum, Wyndham Gold
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Hahah I’m leaning towards the last row of the first section too and I’m flying with my gf so the plan is to book the isle and the window hoping no one will get the middle seat but this plan could go sideways..
maybe we’ll do 2 aisle seats since both of us hate sitting in the middle seat plus it’s a 15hr flight..
I heard there’s a window seat with extra legroom but not sure if that’s on a 777 or A380?
thanks for the reply and have a good trip
maybe we’ll do 2 aisle seats since both of us hate sitting in the middle seat plus it’s a 15hr flight..
I heard there’s a window seat with extra legroom but not sure if that’s on a 777 or A380?
thanks for the reply and have a good trip
Edit: Just now purchased seats for both legs. Mission accomplished.
*FYI- there's an entire thread on TripAdvisor regarding row 50 (bulkhead seats), and they have been confirmed as being regular-recline, like any other emirates economy seats. And most folks indicated that it was quiet and cozy. They report that only bulkhead seats in the very rear of the plane have no recline.
Last edited by Global Adventurer; Jul 26, 2019 at 6:33 am
Jul 26, 2019, 12:21 am
#1200
Join Date: Oct 2015
Location: Economy, mostly :(
Programs: Skywards Gold
Posts: 7,801
As Gold I get free selection in the front section, but avoid it like the plague. Lavatories at the front of the aircraft can cause considerable light and noise during night flights as well as quite a bit of foot traffic from the back of the aircraft. I generally go for 7-12 rows into the 2nd section, i.e. mid-way between bulkheads where one is furthest from babies and lavs and galleys