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Austrian Airlines offers a variety of options for seat selection, including window, aisle, or extra legroom seats. Passengers can reserve their preferred seats during online check-in, which is available from 47 hours before departure for flights to and from Vienna. HON Circle Members and Senators are entitled to additional benefits, such as free Classic Seat or Preferred Zone Seat reservations on certain flights. Additionally, passengers with disabilities or those travelling with children between the ages of 2 and 12 may be eligible for free advance seat reservations on flights to and from Italy. It is recommended to check the Austrian Airlines website or mobile app for the most accurate and up-to-date information regarding seat selection and availability.
How to select a seat on Austrian Airlines
| Characteristics | Values |
|---|---|
| Reservation options | Online, via the Austrian app, or by calling the Service Centre |
| Reservation timing | When booking, at a later date, or during online check-in |
| Seat options | Window, aisle, extra legroom, preferred zone, classic, extra space, business class, throne |
| Free seat selection | Available in the back 2/3 of the plane, for HON Circle Members and Senators, and for passengers with disabilities or those travelling with a child between 2 and 12 years old |
| Seat selection fees | Vary depending on seat category and flight route; can be up to $150+ for transatlantic flights |
| Seat reassignment | May occur in case of rebooking or if passengers are unable to check in online |
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What You'll Learn
Booking a free seat on Austrian Airlines
For other passengers, it is still possible to select a seat for free, especially in the back two-thirds of the plane, by doing so via the Austrian Airlines website or mobile app. However, European airlines, including Austrian Airlines, typically charge a fee to reserve a seat in advance, and this can be quite expensive, especially for premium seats. Therefore, it is recommended to book early if you want to select a free seat, as most good seats are usually taken within three hours of departure.
Seat selection can be done during the booking process or at online check-in, which is available from 47 hours before departure for flights to and from Vienna. During online check-in, passengers can also upgrade to a higher travel class, book additional baggage, and save or print their boarding pass. It is important to note that seat reservations may not always be guaranteed, especially in cases of rebooking or flight cancellations, and refunds for seat reservations are generally not provided.
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Selecting a seat on Austrian Airlines via United
If you have booked an Austrian Airlines flight through United, you may encounter difficulties when trying to select your seat in advance. This is because United and Austrian Airlines do not share seat maps with each other, and their systems operate separately.
To select your seat, you will need to contact Austrian Airlines directly. You can do this by calling them or by visiting their website. When you have your United booking details to hand, Austrian Airlines should be able to provide you with a record locator or confirmation number, which you can then use to select your seat on their website or app.
If you are a HON Circle Member or Senator, you may be entitled to reserve an Extra Space Seat or a Preferred Zone Seat free of charge. This benefit is subject to availability and does not apply to Economy Light bookings on short-haul flights.
It is also possible to select your seat during online check-in, which opens 47 hours before departure for flights to and from Vienna. You can check-in and select your seat using the Austrian Airlines app or website.
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Choosing a seat with extra legroom
When booking with Austrian Airlines, you can reserve a seat with extra legroom in advance. This can be done when you book your ticket or at a later date, up to 48 hours before departure. You can reserve your seat by logging in and selecting the flight for which you would like to reserve a seat.
HON Circle Members and Senators can reserve an Extra Space Seat in Business Class for themselves and those travelling with them on the same booking number, free of charge. 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 Preferred Seat free of charge on short-haul flights is only available to HON Circle Members during online check-in.
It is important to note that a confirmed advance seat reservation does not guarantee a specific seat on board the aircraft (e.g. seat 3A). The advance seat reservation refers to the chosen seat category, such as the Extra Legroom Seat category. In the event of operational changes, Austrian Airlines will try to rebook you in the same seat category.
If your preferred seat is not available due to a cancelled flight or involuntary rebooking, Austrian Airlines will refund the amount paid for the seat reservation. However, if you cancel your reservation, the amount paid will not be refunded. If you rebook to a higher seat category, you can have the amount for the existing seat reservation credited towards the new seat reservation.
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How to reserve an Extra Space Seat
To reserve an Extra Space Seat on Austrian Airlines, you can either do it at the time of booking or at a later date. To reserve at the time of booking, log in and select the flight for which you would like to reserve your seat. You can also select a seat for people travelling with you.
HON Circle Members and Senators can reserve an Extra Space Seat in Business Class for themselves and those travelling with them on the same booking number free of charge. This applies to flights with Austrian, Brussels Airlines, Lufthansa, and SWISS.
If you are travelling with a child between the ages of 2 and 12, or if you are a passenger with a disability or accompanying a passenger with a disability, you are entitled to a free Classic Seat reservation for flights to and from Italy under Italian Civil Aviation Authority (ENAC) regulations.
You can also reserve your seat online during check-in, which usually opens 47 hours before scheduled departure from and to Vienna. Identify yourself using your name and 6-digit booking code, your 13-digit e-ticket number, or your frequent flyer programme and select your flight. You can then select your seat from the seat map.
If you are flying on a codeshare partner, you may need to log in to the partner airline's website to select your seat. For example, if you booked a flight through United, you would need to select your seat on the United website.
Please note that some airlines, such as Aer Lingus, charge a fee to select seats in the premium sections, and your status on United may not extend to some of their partners.
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Getting a free seat upgrade
When it comes to getting a free seat upgrade on Austrian Airlines, there are a few options to consider. Firstly, it's important to understand that Austrian Airlines offers upgrades at a fixed price or through a bidding process. However, certain members can get free upgrades. Let's explore the ways to get a free upgrade:
HON Circle Members and Senators
HON Circle Members and Senators have the privilege of reserving preferred seats free of charge. This includes the Classic Seat, Preferred Zone Seat, and Extra Space Seat in Business Class. This benefit is available on flights with Austrian Airlines and its partner airlines (Brussels Airlines, Lufthansa, and SWISS). However, it may not apply to short-haul flights with Economy Light fare bookings.
ENAC Regulations for Flights to/from Italy
If you are travelling to or from Italy, you may be entitled to a free Classic Seat reservation under ENAC regulations (Ente Nazionale per l'Aviazione Civile, the Italian Civil Aviation Authority). This applies if you are travelling with a child between the ages of 2 and 12 or if you are a passenger with a disability or accompanying someone with a disability.
Bid Upgrade Process
While not exactly free, the bid upgrade process allows you to submit a bid for an upgrade, where you suggest a price you are willing to pay. Your card will only be charged if your bid is accepted, and you can change or cancel your bid without charge up to 60 hours before departure.
Online Check-in and Availability
Austrian Airlines' online check-in opens 47 hours before departure, and passengers may receive an offer to upgrade their seats, subject to availability. This can be a way to get a last-minute free upgrade if there are unbooked seats in a higher travel class.
Seat Preferences
Although not an upgrade, it is worth mentioning that passengers can choose their preferred seats, including window, aisle, or extra legroom, in advance. This can be done during the booking process or later through the "My Bookings" option. On short-haul flights, the adjacent seat to yours will remain free, providing extra space without an official upgrade.
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Frequently asked questions
You can select a seat by logging into the operating airline's website. You can also select a seat for people travelling with you.
Austrian Airlines allows you to select a seat for free in the back 2/3 or so of the plane, but you must do it via their website.
Yes, you can reserve a seat in advance by telephone or on the Austrian Airlines website or app.
Yes, most European airlines charge a fee to reserve a seat in advance. However, HON Circle Members and Senators can reserve a Classic Seat or Preferred Zone Seat for free on flights with Austrian, Brussels Airlines, Lufthansa and SWISS.
If you rebook on the same route, your seat reservation will remain the same or be downgraded subject to availability. If you rebook to a different route, the amount paid for the seat reservation will not be refunded and cannot be credited towards a new seat reservation.
