How To Reserve Seats On Austrian Air

Austrian Airlines offers a variety of options for seat reservations on its flights. Passengers can choose from Classic Seats, Extra Legroom Seats, or Preferred Zone Seats, with the ability to select their preferred seat category, including window, aisle, or middle, at the time of booking or later through the My Bookings option. Seat reservations can be made up to one year in advance, providing travellers with flexibility and convenience. The airline also offers free seat reservations for certain passengers travelling to and from Italy, in accordance with Italian Civil Aviation Authority regulations. It is recommended to check the official website for the most up-to-date information on seat reservation policies and procedures.

How far in advance can you reserve a seat?

Yes, you can reserve a seat on Austrian Air. Passengers can reserve their preferred seat at the same time as booking their ticket up to a year before departure. Alternatively, you can reserve a seat at any other time up to 48 hours before departure by going to "My Bookings". It is worth noting that only a few seats are available for selection shortly before departure.

If you are travelling with a child between the ages of two and 12, or if you are a passenger with a disability or accompanying a passenger with a disability, you are entitled to a free advance seat reservation on flights to and from Italy. The Lufthansa Group will give you the option of adjacent seats at check-in free of charge.

If you are an HON Circle Member or Senator, you have the option of reserving a Classic Seat for free for yourself and those travelling with you on the same booking number on flights with Austrian, Brussels Airlines, Lufthansa and SWISS. This benefit is subject to availability and does not apply to Economy Light bookings on short-haul flights. With the Economy Light fare, the option of selecting a Classic Seat for free of charge on short-haul flights is only available to HON Circle Members during online check-in.

If you are looking to reserve a seat with more legroom, you can find more information about prices and details on the Austrian Air reservation page in the "seats with more legroom" section.

Are there any free seat reservations?

Yes, there are some instances where you can reserve a seat on Austrian Airlines for free.

Firstly, if you are travelling with a child between the ages of two and 12, or if you are a passenger with a disability or are accompanying a passenger with a disability, you are entitled to a free Classic Seat reservation for flights to and from Italy. The Lufthansa Group will assign you adjacent seats at check-in, free of charge.

Secondly, HON Circle Members and Senators have the option of reserving a Classic Seat for free for themselves and those travelling with them on the same booking number on flights with Austrian, Brussels Airlines, Lufthansa and SWISS. This benefit is subject to availability and does not apply to Economy Light bookings on short-haul flights. With the Economy Light fare, the option of selecting a Classic Seat for free on short-haul flights is only available to HON Circle Members during online check-in.

Additionally, HON Circle Members and Senators can reserve an Extra Legroom Seat for free on flights with Austrian, Brussels Airlines, Lufthansa and SWISS. This benefit is also subject to availability and does not apply to Economy Light bookings on short-haul flights. With the Economy Light fare, the option of selecting an Extra Legroom Seat for free on short-haul flights is only available to HON Circle Members during online check-in.

Finally, Classic Seat reservations on intercontinental routes in Business Class are still free of charge (except Extra Space seats).

How do you reserve a seat?

When booking a flight with Austrian Airlines, you can reserve your seat at the same time. You can also reserve your seat at a later date, up to a year in advance, or up to 48 hours before departure under "My Bookings". You can do this online, via the Austrian Airlines Service Centre, at the airport, or through a travel agent.

If you are travelling with a child between the ages of two and 12, or if you are a passenger with a disability or accompanying a passenger with a disability, you are entitled to a free advance seat reservation on flights to and from Italy. The Lufthansa Group will give you the option of adjacent seats at check-in free of charge.

If you are travelling in a group of more than nine people, you can reserve a preferred seat for each member.

What types of seats can you reserve?

Austrian Airlines offers a variety of seating options that can be reserved in advance. These include Classic Seats, Extra Legroom Seats, and Preferred Zone Seats.

Classic Seats are the standard seating option, where you can choose between a window, aisle, or middle seat. These seats can be reserved for free on intercontinental routes in Business Class, except for Extra Space seats. HON Circle Members and Senators can also reserve Classic Seats free of charge for themselves and their travel companions on the same booking.

Extra Legroom Seats offer additional legroom and are usually located in the emergency exit rows. These seats are subject to certain restrictions, such as age and language requirements. HON Circle Members and Senators can reserve these seats free of charge as well, with some exclusions.

Preferred Zone Seats are located in the front section of Economy Class, allowing for faster disembarkation after landing. This zone is located behind Premium Economy on long-haul flights and behind Business Class on short- and medium-haul flights.

Seat reservations can be made up to one year in advance and can be done during the booking process, under "My Bookings," or during online check-in. It's important to note that reserving a specific seat type does not guarantee a particular seat number but rather a seat in the chosen category.

Are there any rules for reserving seats?

Yes, there are several rules for reserving seats on Austrian Airlines. Firstly, you can reserve your seat either at the time of booking or at a later date. If you choose to reserve at the time of booking, you can select your preferred seat from one year in advance up to 48 hours before departure. If you want to reserve at a later date, you can do so from 47 hours before departure, but please note that only a few seats may be available at that time.

Another rule to note is that seat reservations are free of charge for Business Class on European flights. However, if you have booked a holiday flight with specific flight numbers (OS 2000-2999, 4000-4999, or 9000-9999), your flight booking does not include a free seat reservation. You will need to pay a fee to reserve your seat with Austrian Holidays.

Additionally, according to Italian Civil Aviation Authority (ENAC) regulations, passengers travelling with a child between the ages of two and twelve or passengers with disabilities are entitled to free advance seat reservations on flights to and from Italy. The Lufthansa Group will provide adjacent seats at check-in free of charge for these passengers.

It's important to remember that a confirmed reservation for a Classic Seat or an Extra Legroom Seat does not guarantee a specific seat on board, such as Seat 3A. Instead, it entitles you to a seat in your chosen category (window, aisle, or middle).

Lastly, there are certain restrictions on who can sit in the emergency exit row. Pregnant women, passengers with small children or animals, passengers under 16 years of age, and passengers who do not understand instructions in English or German are not permitted to sit in these rows.

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