Window Seat on Long Haul, Left or Right Side?
Nov 19, 2013, 3:56 am
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Nov 19, 2013, 10:50 am
#33
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If I have some desperate need to get off quicker, left side. Otherwise right. I sleep better on my right side, prefer the window seat anyway, I'm right handed, so there is no interference with neighbors.
Nov 19, 2013, 4:19 pm
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For some reason, I always prefer the left side for window, and the right side for aisle. I think I naturally lean to the left a bit and that way I am leaning away from my seatmate.
Nov 20, 2013, 7:10 pm
#38
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If I chose a window seat for long-haul flights, I'll pick the side that offers the better scenery on takeoff and landing (or just cruising). Personally I'm more concerned with a seat that can get me off the plane quicker (further upfront) than the particular side I will be seating on.
I know many people don't like window seats on long-haul flights because it can be such a hassle to get to the washroom pass the other two passengers next to you. But I personally don't mind it as much.
I know many people don't like window seats on long-haul flights because it can be such a hassle to get to the washroom pass the other two passengers next to you. But I personally don't mind it as much.
Nov 6, 2017, 10:27 pm
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if in the next month or so ... even though it’s a daytime departure, most of the first few hours is actually on a northerly track and you’ll be in darkness fairly soon ... I’d pick the right side; a much better opportunity to see the Aurora Borealis
