Do you have to reserve seats on a plane?

Do you have to reserve seats on a plane?

Airlines want you to pay extra to choose a seat — even middle seats. Even if an airline’s website makes it appear that you have to pay extra for a seat, you are never required to choose a specific seat and can always opt to decline seat selection in lieu of a FREE seat assignment during check-in.

Can you see how many seats are left on a flight?

Option #2: A few days before your flight, log in to the airline’s website, provide the record locator for your ticket and try to change your seat. This will take you to a page showing all the available seats on your airline. You can count how many seats are still open to get an idea of how crowded your flight is.

What happens if I don’t reserve a seat on a flight?

If we can’t pre-assign your seat, you will receive a seat at check-in or at the other airline’s departure gate. In these cases, the other airline will likely be unable to assign a seat for you in advance if you ticketed your reservation with United.

What time does TUI bag drop open?

2 to 3 hours
At UK airports, Bag Drop desks open 2 to 3 hours before your departure time. If you’re taking a long haul flight, we recommend you drop off your bags 3 hours before your flight leaves.

How can I tell if my flight is full?

Call (or chat with) the airline When in doubt, call the carrier’s customer service line and an agent to check how full the flight is. It might not be the most convenient option, but it will yield an answer. If you dread the idea of waiting on hold, some airlines have also introduced new customer service chat features.

How many passengers are on an average plane?

Currently, the average aircraft has 138 seats (first + coach), up from 120 during 2009. All regions of the world increased seating capacity except Asia. Canada has the smallest average seating capacity at 81, while the Middle East averages 182 seats per departure.