Window or Aisle Seat
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View or Convenience?
The perks of the window seat: You get to enjoy a view of the land below, clouds, sunsets, and other things that help pass the time. You're also somewhat more insulated from people passing by in the aisle.
The perks of the aisle seat: It's easier to get out of your seat and head for the bathroom. It's also the most strategic location if you have to rush to get on a connecting flight.
Window vs. Aisle!
Everyone has a favorite, right?
Do You Have a Seating Preference?
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Abhinav says:
Window Seat offcourse :)
Posted September 27, 2011
BoyScoutPopcorn says:
I like the window and so does my dad. My mom prefers the aisle.
Posted September 22, 2011
Brownmole says:
Window seat. The view is nice for departure and arrival, and if you're flying when it's daytime, the clouds are quite nice. And though the aisle seat is easier for getting up to go to the bathroom, just don't drink too much.
Posted August 09, 2011
TravelingRae says:
window, so I can scrunch up against the wall and have a feeling of privacy
Posted July 28, 2011
rakna says:
window
Posted April 13, 2011
I Fly says:
The cockpit -- the view is better, you get service from the inflight crew and there's no fee for an aisle seat.
Posted August 26, 2010
shiv says:
yes
Posted August 23, 2010
Remember says:
the feel of freedom get being able to see out
Posted July 05, 2010
Trev says:
Window. I love to look out at God's Creation. Even though I use the bathroom a lot on airplanes because I consume many liquids, I just hope that the people next to me don't mind.
Posted June 29, 2010
Taranjeet Singh says:
because it is going to be my first time :)
Posted June 24, 2010
eifl says:
I enjoy viewing sceneries..
Posted March 30, 2010
b says:
pref in order:
bulkhead window, bulkhead aisle, exit row window, exit row aisle, bulkhead middle, exit row middle, and then any other window, any other aisle.
the bulkhead and exit row middle seats are actually more preferable for me since the extra legroom or at least no one reclining into me is enough to offset the fact that it's a middle seat!
Posted November 24, 2009
bn says:
the bulkhead window seat! no extremely overweight seat-mate to deal with due to the fixed armrests, the ability to get to the aisle without having my seatmates get up (also possible in exit rows), and no one reclining into me.
Posted November 24, 2009
ABID SULTAN RASHID says:
WINDOW
Posted October 26, 2009
Mark Ean says:
i travel a lot for business. i tend to read what i need to for my meetings . i dont get bothered while in the window seat. i sit down and am able to get stuck in to my business with a clear head.
Posted August 12, 2009
windowlover says:
love it. rest my head look out...wow
Posted August 12, 2009
Keith says:
I always sit in the window seat because I like looking outside, but I ALWAYS have to go the toilet, so I annoy a whole lot of people too (but maybe that's why I like the window seats).
Posted June 06, 2009
Matt says:
Window seats are much better because the feel of freedom you get being able to see out. On a packed train or plane it's perfect for escaping.
Posted June 06, 2009
The Aisle Seat
lovy says:
can at least breathe
Posted February 16, 2012
Dr,Wattz says:
I like to fuck alot so i take the aisle
Posted February 16, 2012
Dr,Wattz says:
I love the aisle seat
Posted February 16, 2012
homebuddy says:
I go to the bathroom CONSTANTLY so an aisle seat is perfect for me.
Posted January 21, 2012
zalim says:
any day an aisle seat to check the fit air hostesses......
Posted January 12, 2012
kunal says:
aisle...get to see the air hostess more easily ;)
Posted November 24, 2011
Churchmouse says:
Because most of our flights are long haul from New Zealand (anywhere is a long journey!) I prefer the aisle to be able to get out and stretch often. I am also a little claustrophobic so it makes me feel a little less frightened and more able to escape if I need to.
Posted November 24, 2011
Laila says:
aisle because its more practical, but if you are the type of person who enjoys watching the land, clouds, moon, stars etc. and you don't mind sitting there for ages then window would be better however if you r the person who cant sit for such long time and needs to go to the toilet all the time or you just wanna look at yourself in the mirror then sit on the aisle seat.
Posted October 26, 2011
suresh says:
aisle
Posted September 14, 2011
adfsadfs says:
Aisle, because I have long legs. It's better to put kids at the window so they have something to watch and distract them while their ears are hurting them.
Posted August 22, 2011
TodTrollington says:
Aisle so i can get up and pee and fake peeing as much i want without having to wait because the twopeople next to me are on sleeping pills...
Posted August 19, 2011
Maddy says:
Aisle seat, no doubt in my mind. Its more comfortable and extra leg space doesn't hurt either. who cares about the view on a 10-15 hr flight, most of the times - the windows are shut down too
Posted May 18, 2011
JP says:
Travelling more than 8 hours in a plane means that you might need to stand up and stretch your legs... If you re in the window seat, and the person next to you is asleep you wont be able to stand up, unless you wake him up.
Plus, in the aisle you get extra space on the side to stretch you legs.
Posted March 23, 2011
ClariNerd says:
I have found from experience that the window seat is better until the fifteenth flight over the same area. Also, being next to a fat guy who's also asleep makes getting to the bathroom a NIGHTMARE.
Posted January 03, 2011
frequentflyer says:
Aisle seat is probably the most convenient, the only problem is that I have broad shoulders and people brush over all the time.
Posted November 04, 2010
andy scott says:
i travel a lot from the uk to the falkland islands which is an 18hr flight with 1 stop, also fly to ascension islands that is a 9hr flight and thailand 12hrs.
To be honest if the plane is full then id choose an aisle seat, as these are all long haul flights you can stretch your legs out into the aisle, get up when you like and walk around or go to the toilet.
with a middle row or window seat you dont have that option.
I know people like to choose the window seat but once your 30,000ft into the air there really isnt anything to see. And not only that alot of the time they close the shutters so people can sleep.
If its a short haul flight then to be honest what seat you have doesnt really matter and if your flying ryan air at 20p a pop to use the toilet you wont want to get up much ;).
But long haul flights then its an aisle seat or if your very lucky and you get a middle seat with nobody sat either side of you then you can lift the arm rests and lay flat out.
Posted October 25, 2010
Peter.Murray says:
Being tall and having flown in small planes, I prefer non-window seats for the extra space.
Posted October 16, 2010
Ratnam says:
YES
Posted September 15, 2010
Doir says:
In a worst-case scenario, the people in the window seats get hit by another plane first.
Posted June 10, 2010
Why Not Have the Best of Both Worlds?
The Aisle and Window Seat in One
Unfortunately, these kinds of seats tend to be on the smaller planes meant for shorter routes. Sometimes there will be similar seats available on bigger planes in the business class section.
Here's a list of some commercial airline planes that have the same kind of seating arrangement:
- Embraer ERJ-135
- Embraer ERJ-145
- Embraer Brasilia 120ER
- Saab 340B (SF3)
1+2 seating layout for business/elite class only:
- Embraer 170 (E70)
- Canadair Regional Jet 900 (CRJ)
- 777-200LR (1+2+1)
Tips for Getting the Best Airline Seats
Getting the Best Seat on the Plane...
If you're traveling as a couple, reserve an aisle and window seat. Airlines know that no one wants the middle seat, so those are assigned last. Unless you're on an especially crowded flight, the two of you have a good chance of getting three seats to yourself.
The downside is that if the plane is full, you'll have some stranger sitting between the two of you.
Know the plane you'll be flying on. Check your flight confirmation to see if there's a section showing the type of aircraft you'll be flying on. Then visit a website like SeatGuru and look up the aircraft. This will show you a layout of the best and worst seats on the plane.
Will You Get Charged for a Window or Aisle Seat?
As unreasonable as it might sound, US Airways has started charging passengers extra for certain window and aisle seats. That fee could be anywhere from $5 to $30. It's a reflection of the rising costs of fuel and how badly the airlines are doing.So, how much is that seat worth to you?
Read more...
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Share your air travel thoughts here--or horror stories about being stuck in a middle seat between two big guys who stunk.
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LNAngel
Sep 25, 2011 @ 10:24 am | delete
- I don't mind the middle seat, for some reason. Guess I am one of the weird ones!
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TravelingRae
Jul 28, 2011 @ 1:57 pm | delete
- I was flying Toronto to Vancouver last fall and requested an aisle seat. I got a MIDDLE seat. Longest flight ever!
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bdkz
Mar 16, 2008 @ 2:20 pm | delete
- Great debate. 5 Stars and a Squid Angel Blessing!
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GypsyPirate
Mar 12, 2008 @ 8:21 pm | delete
- Great debate! I also fly the airlines that still let me have exit row for free, as I really need the extra legroom afforded me there.
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