Again, check your airline's website for further information. If where you sit on a plane is important to you, we suggest checking in as early as possible. Many passengers will select seats online, meaning there will be fewer available for those choosing a traditional airport check-in.
What airline lets you pick your seat?
You can choose a seat or change your seat assignment for most United- and United Express®-operated flights on united.com, on the United app or through your travel agent. If no seat assignments are available, you can check back closer to departure to see whether seats have become available.
Can economy class choose seats?
For all fare classes, except Basic Economy, you will be able to pick your seat or change your seat assignment. If you have a Basic Economy ticket, you're able to purchase a seat assignment during booking and up until check-in opens.
Which airline lets you pick your seat?
You can choose a seat or change your seat assignment for most United- and United Express®-operated flights on united.com, on the United app or through your travel agent. If no seat assignments are available, you can check back closer to departure to see whether seats have become available.
Do airlines pick your seats?
How do airlines decide seats?
Seat assignmentMost airlines assign booked seats before your flight; see Planning your flight. A few airlines do not assign seats (e.g., Southwest), but do assign you a boarding group based on how early you confirm your flight on-line within 24 hours of the flight.
Is it better to check in online or at the airport for seat selection?
Online check-in can save time and hassle at the airport. Check-in timeframes vary by airline and departure airport. Passengers can choose seats and meal preferences. Boarding passes can be printed or saved on mobile devices.
Is it worth pre booking seats?
Which seats are the best on the plane? You'll get more options if you pre-book your seat! You'll beat everyone who only selects their seats in the phase of online check-in and airport check-in. Chances are that your prefered seat might be gone if you don't pre-book your seat.
Are plane seats randomly assigned?
Seat assignmentMost airlines assign booked seats before your flight; see Planning your flight. A few airlines do not assign seats (e.g., Southwest), but do assign you a boarding group based on how early you confirm your flight on-line within 24 hours of the flight.