Do British Airways seat families together?

Do British Airways seat families together? If you don't choose your seats in advance, we always do our best to seat your family together based on flight seat availability. This may mean that you'll be seated in adjacent rows or across the aisle. All children under 12 will be seated with an accompanying adult. Anyone over 12 may be seated separately.

Is it better to upgrade seats at the airport?

If you're flying during an off-peak season and the airline has plenty of empty seats in Business Class, it may be a cost-effective option. But, if you're flying during a peak season and the airline has a limited number of seats available for upgrades, booking in advance may be the better choice.

Why am I always Group 9 on British Airways?

Groups 4 to 9 are based on your seat row number to board from rear to front of the cabin. It is possible that customers travelling together may receive different group numbers. In this case, please make your way to the gate where you will be able to board together.

Is it better to sit upper deck on British Airways?

Generally, sitting on the upper deck is preferable because of the usually smaller cabin and lower density configuration (2-4-2 vs. 3-4-3). It's also quieter sitting upstairs. For a day flight being here may be an advantage, since you can receive service more easily, or in premium cabins, perhaps serve yourself.

What happens if I skip seat selection?

Skipping seat selection doesn't mean you won't get a seat on the flight. You might get stuck in the middle seat if you don't pay for one. Even if seat selection is free, you might want to skip it if only lousy seats are available (see the upgrade hack” below).

Is it worth paying for seats on British Airways?

If you really value an aisle seat over a window seat or vice versa it can make sense to pay, but if you're not fussed, it's unlikely to be a significantly different experience if you wait until check-in to select a seat for free.

Why am I always boarding Group 9?

How are American Airlines boarding groups assigned? American passengers are put in the highest group for which they qualify. For example, basic economy passengers are typically assigned to Group 9. However, if a passenger with AAdvantage Gold elite status books a basic economy ticket, they will get upgraded to Group 4.

Which seat is best in British Airways?

British Airways 787-9 Premium Economy Class The best seats are in row 16 due to the extra legroom at the front. You can find the 787-9 flown on the following U.S. routes: Atlanta (ATL) – London-Heathrow (LHR) on BA 226.

Do seats get cheaper closer to the date?

Timing plays an important part. Specifically, plane tickets usually don't get cheaper closer to the departure date. Instead, flights tend to be the most inexpensive when you book between four months and three weeks before your departure date.

Are children automatically seated with parents on flights?

A parent who purchases airline tickets for a family should receive a guarantee from the airline that it will seat the parent and child together without fees or a last-minute scramble at the gate or having to ask other passengers to give up their seat to allow the parent and child to sit together.

Do families with children board planes first?

Depending on their ages and which airline you have chosen, some airlines invite families to board in front of everybody else, while others allow those with kids to slide in somewhere between elite passengers and regular coach-flying folk. Why don't all airlines offer the same policy?

Is it worth paying for seat selection?

In fact, most regular airlines now charge for seat selection anyways. It's often around $10-$30 per seat per flight segment, so if you cave in and pay for that, it can add up quickly. You shouldn't do it. No matter which airline you're flying on, don't ever pay to select a seat.

How should a family of 4 sit on a plane?

If you want a window seat, then suppose you choose from left to right (looking toward plane's nose): kid, kid, parent (aisle), parent (aisle). if in the middle then it's parent, kiddo, kiddo, parent. Mirror image it if you want the other side of the plane.