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Get an empty seat next to you - Airplane tip

by Henry Hill (RSS feed) on Mar 29th 2010 at 4:36PM

Here's your best shot at getting that coveted empty seat.

Book a seat close to the back of the plane. Most airlines and bookers fill the seats at the front of the plane first, leaving more empty space in the back.
Don't choose the last row, though, as often times these seats don't recline.
Don't choose an exit row seat (these tend to fill up) or a row of three that's completely empty (lots of people travel in pairs).
Finally, make sure to re-checkin at the airport kiosk to see if any more desirable spaces have opened up.

Have fun spreading out!

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Wanda Apr 26th 2011 9:15PM

Traveling with someone? Book the aisle and window seats, leaving the middle seat open. Your middle seat will be one of the last ones filled, if at all. If someone does end up occupying the middle seat, you can bet they will be glad to switch to the aisle or window, and you'll still be next to your traveling buddy. And if no one ends up in that middle seat, you and your friend will have the extra space to enjoy.

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