What to Do If You Weren't Assigned a Seat for Your Flight?

Learn what to do if no seat was assigned during check-in for your flight and how to improve your chances of a good seat.

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If you weren’t assigned a seat at check-in, it typically means your seat will be allocated at the gate. Arrive early to the gate to increase your chances of getting a preferred seat. If the flight is overbooked, you might be asked to volunteer to take a different flight. Proactively engaging with gate agents can help resolve seat assignment issues swiftly and improve your boarding experience.

FAQs & Answers

  1. What should I do if I didn’t get a seat assignment? If you didn’t get a seat assignment at check-in, head to the gate early as seats will be allocated there.
  2. Can I choose my seat at the gate? Yes, if you weren't assigned a seat, you may have the opportunity to choose one when boarding at the gate.
  3. What happens if my flight is overbooked? In the case of an overbooked flight, you may be asked to volunteer to take a later flight.
  4. How can I improve my chances of getting a preferred seat? Arrive early at the gate and engage with the gate agents to express your preferences for a preferred seat.

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