How to Select Seat on Cathay Pacific?

Seat location in a flight lets you enjoy the flight time more. On Cathay Pacific you can choose the seat location at any time starting from the time you book a flight till the check-in opens. Economy passengers can choose a seat for free or by paying a charge. The option available will depend on the fare class of your ticket. In this Flyostudio blog we will have everything sorted on Cathay Pacific seat selection.

What is preferred seating on Cathay Pacific?

Preferred seating on Cathay Pacific is located in the front of the Main cabin. They will give passengers easier access to the seats. The other seats passengers can choose from on Cathay include extra legroom and regular seats. Because they are fewer in number, Cathay Pacific preferred seating is likely to get occupied by the time check-in opens 24 hours before departure. Here are several things you must remember about seats.

• If the seats are located in the exit row, you will need to meet certain criteria to acquire them for safety reasons.
• Preferred seats are complimentary once the check-in opens.

Cathay Pacific and OneWorld members will have easier access to preferred seats because they can check-in 48 hours before departure. You can call the airline or Flyostudio on +1-(833)-933-2244 or +1-844-414-9223 for details on the criteria you need to fulfil for becoming a Cathay Pacific member.

How can you Choose your Seats on Cathay Pacific?

Cathay Pacific lets you choose your seat at the time of booking your ticket, after you have booked a ticket and during online check-in. If it is not free, you will have to pay the associated fee for seat selection. You can choose a seat up to 90 minutes before departure. The self-service check-in kiosks can also help you select a seat that is not paid. Complimentary seats can be acquired at the self-service check-in kiosk. Cathay and OneWorld members will be able to select their seats here when check-in opens 48 hours before the departure. Here is the process to follow for Cathay Pacific seat selection.

• When you purchase your ticket – Online through our website, by contacting customer care or through your travel agent.
• After purchasing a ticket – By logging into Manage Booking on airline website or Cathay Pacific app before online check-in opens. Call the customer care or your travel agent.
• During check-in – Up to 90 minutes before your flight departure or at self-service check-in kiosk if it is complimentary seat.

How much does Cathay Pacific Charge for Seats?

Charges for seats will depend on the fare type you have chosen. Light economy passengers will have to pay a Cathay Pacific seat selection fee. Fees charged will differ depending on the Zone. Longer flights will require you to pay a higher fee. Regular seats can be chosen free of charge by passengers with Economy essential tickets. Extra legroom, preferred and regular seats are available to select for Flex fares in Economy cabin. Premium Economy passengers need not pay for seat selection. Take a look at the seat selection fees on the airline.

• Zone 1 (for flights to China Mainland) — Starting $12
• Zone 2 (en route to Asia) – Starting $13
• Zone 3 (for flights to Australia) – Starting $37
• Zone 4 (en-route Canada) – Starting $48
• Zone 5 (flights to or from US) – Starting $50

Seats are subject to availability and will be offered to you on a first-come first-serve basis. You can call the airline or Flyostudio on +1-(833)-933-2244 or +1-844-414-9223 to know how seats are allocated.