The Emirate airline Etihad Airways introduces a fee for choosing economy-class seats on its flights.
Emirate airline Etihad Airways has introduced a fee for pre-selection of seats on economy flights. The new fee took effect July 15, 2018.
It is worth noting that similar fees are charged by other large airlines around the world. Thus, Emirates has been charging a fee for choosing a seat on economy class flights since 2016.
The airline announced the innovation by sending customers e-mail messages. The option applies to tickets at Economy Deal, Economy Saver, Economy Classic fares.
As in many other airlines, passengers can choose a seat for free during online check-in, when less than a day is left before the flight. In this regard, the airline’s spokeswoman said: “Etihad Airways has introduced a new option for choosing a seat in the cabin for economy flights - customers can reserve a seat one day before departure for a small fee. Moreover, when there is less than a day left before departure, you can reserve a seat no extra charge. "
The airline will also keep current fees for the selection of seats in the front of the cabin and seats with extra legroom.
Starting July 15, early booking of a seat in the front of the aircraft will cost 130 dirhams, seats with extra legroom - 520 dirhams, a standard seat -100 dirhams.
It is noteworthy that the right to free early booking of seats is reserved for passengers purchasing tickets under Economy Flex fare.
