Air Canada Seat Selection

As part of Air Canada Seat selection unique services, passengers can choose from a variety of seat options, including location-specific devices like window seats, extra room seats, and more. Knowing the options available can improve your experience when flying with the airline.  

What are Air Canada’s Basic Economy seats?

Basic Economy seats are the seats offered in Standard Economy without any additional fees. There aren’t many luxuries available on basic economy fares.

For a limited number of miles, these kinds of offers include free seating at check-in. These seats are available for advance selection for an additional fee.

Key Features:

• Economy class cabin standard seat
• There is no seat selection in advance; seats are assigned at check-in.
• The same onboard amenities as other economy fares, such as free entertainment, drinks, and snacks.

Features Basic Economy doesn’t cover:

Feature	Basic Economy
Advance seat selection	❌ Not allowed (seat assigned at check-in)
Refunds or changes	❌ Not permitted (non-refundable and non-changeable)
Flight upgrades	❌ Not eligible
Aeroplan points	✅ Earn points, but limited to base rate
Priority boarding	❌ Not included
Baggage allowance	✅ 1 personal item; carry-on bag allowed, but checked bags are extra
Same-day changes	❌ Not permitted
Group/family seating	❌ Not guaranteed to sit together

Am I able to sit with my family on Basic Economy?

Not confirmed. Family members might be seated apart because Basic Economy does not permit advance seat selection. Booking a higher fare or paying for seat selection after booking (if possible) is highly advised if you are travelling with children.

Does Air Canada have Economy class with added benefits?

Economy Class with added benefits offers flexible fare differences as one of the upgrades. Preferred Seats are a selection of Economy seats with added benefits in this regard.

They can be purchased for a fee of CAD 19 or more per passenger, per segment of a one-way flight. The fee changes depending on the flight and the chosen seat.

Air Canada will only confirm upgrades after you pay the charges.

Excessive Space In Bulkhead Rows: Up to 10 cm (4 inches) more space between seats.

Early Zon Boarding(c Zone 3): First to claim bin space above head. Dominance over the aisle gate enables easier access to gabbies with limited crowding.

Fences: Added protection from excess room intrusion (Legally called Invasive Spacing Bullets)

Easier Exit: These seats are located at the front of the cabin to permit speedier deplaning. 

What are the Air Canada Premium Economy features?

Compared to regular economy class, premium economy offers superior services and amenities in its section of the aircraft.

Pre-Arrival Services: Premium lounge access at airports with complimentary food and drink.

Onboard Services: Sit in wider-than-normal economy seats.

• 18 to 20 inches in width.
• Larger seatback screens, and additional power outlets and USB ports.
• A deeper seat recline is available to add to the comfort.
• Additional corded and removable footrests for better leg position.

Enhanced Legroom:

• 38-inch seat pitch. Which means seven more inches of legroom.
• Priority for check-in, boarding, and luggage handling.
• Available on select Boeing 787 Dreamliner and Airbus A330.
• Also available on certain flights from India to Canada.

Does Air Canada assign seats based on fare types?

Indeed. Air Canada does allow seat selection based on fare types.

But in some cases, it does allow upgrades.

For every upgrade, there would be a specific charge by Air Canada.

Basic Economy: No seat selection is permitted before check-in; check-in will allocate seats.

Standard Economy: Paid seat selection may be done before the flight.

Flex, Comfort and Latitude Fares: Complimentary standard seat selection; reduced fee or complimentary preferred seats are available based on fare, with some restrictions.  

Why should we choose Aeroplan Elite Status by Air Canada?

A passenger can have additional benefits and complementary services for Aeroplan Status members.

Select a privilege seat and enjoy additional selection privileges as listed for Elite members on board.

Aeroplan 25K and 35K: Paid check-in streamlines for all flights, other than in Basic category receives complimentary preferred seat.

Aeroplan 50K: Aged Basic category.

Preferred seat can be received free at check-in for all Canadian travels and in commander for other routes, paid.

Aeroplan 75K: Free Preferred in Basic fare for all flights.

Aeroplan Super Elite: Free Preferred in all fares, including Basic, anytime and on all flights.

If all the passengers are in one cabin, Air Canada will offer upgrades at a low cost.

How can we select convenient seats with the Air Canada Seat Selection process?

Air Canada Seat Selection can be made using several ways, including:

Booking Phase: Selecting Aeroplan card booking via the Air Canada website or any travel agent allows Aeroplan card holder to choose a seat during the reservation process.

After Booking: You are able to select or modify your preferred seat and view your booking online using Air Canada’s Manage Booking option.

At Check-In: You may select your seat when you check in online, at an airport machine, or through an agent.

Note:

Remember that every passenger who selects a specific seat will be charged individually for every flight segment. 

Tips for Air Canada Seat Selection:

Early bird selection: Secure the most appropriate seat you can find by preferring one in advance.

Leg room: For those whose priority is space, it is best to go for Preferred Seats or Premium Economy.

Review aircraft layout: Ensure you check the specific aircraft pertinent to you to locate the most suitable seats.

Keep track of charges: As well as discovering the particular aircraft relevant to you, monitor charges of set selection which can change according to routes and types of seats.

Conclusion:

With the right knowledge of Air Canada’s seat selection policies, like relative advantages, one is better placed to make decisions aimed at achieving maximized comfort and convenience during travel.

Our around-the-clock customer service is available for all the passengers travelling through Air Canada.

📱📞 Please contact Air Canada Helpline @ +1-855-956-2158 (English) or +52-800-953-1667 (Spanish).