How to Buy an Extra Legroom Seat on an Airplane

Travel impressions are influenced not only by how you spend time at the destination. The mood of the trip is already set by the initial stage - the flight. An unsuccessful seat can cause inconvenience, and after landing, instead of euphoria, a feeling of fatigue will cover you.

Is there a chance to avoid such a situation? Of course! It is enough to buy a seat with extra legroom. In our article we tell about the advantages of such a solution and the rules of booking.

How does the extra legroom seat differ from the standard seat?

Extra Space seats have an extra 25 centimeters in front of the other seat. You must admit, this distance allows you to feel more comfortable on flights of any distance. The more space you have at your disposal, the better you can stretch your legs and relax.

In most cases, extra space seats are located near emergency exits and in the first row of economy class. However, the final arrangement depends on the aircraft model and airline, so it is best to check with the operator in advance.

At the same time, the seats at the emergency exit recline so that you can fully relax during the flight. But the seats at the front of the plane are suitable for those who like to be the first to leave the aircraft after landing. You are entitled to another pleasant bonus - priority in service and provision of food and drinks.

Can I get a seat with extra legroom for free?

Usually, booking such places is carried out for an additional fee. The exception is customers with the highest level in the loyalty program.

In addition, the final cost depends on the flight distance, direction and airline. For example, on Aeroflot flights the service will cost from $0 to $191, on Flydubai - from $0 to $75.

How to book a seat with extra legroom?

Each airline has its own rules for purchasing a seat with an additional 25 centimeters. Let's look at some of the operators in more detail.

Aeroflot  

It is important to remember that you will not be able to book a seat from the Space+ category during:

• online registration;
• self-registration at a ground kiosk;
• registration on your smartphone.

Payment is made for one flight segment.

Flydubai  

The airline allows you to select a seat no later than 75 minutes before departure. You have the following options:

• online booking on the website or in the application;
• at the time of check-in at the airport;
• during the boarding process on board the flight;
• purchase through customer service center.

Turkish Airlines  

You can take a seat on a Turkish airline's plane:

• when booking online;
• after completing a purchase on the website or in the application;
• during online check-in or at the airport.

Please note that you must make your reservation in advance even if you plan to pay on board.