How can I do seat selection on Air New Zealand?

While booking a flight with Air New Zealand to a domestic or international destination, a passenger should choose their seat in advance to fly comfortably. If you have skipped the seat selection process, then no worries. You can pick the desired seat but will have to pay some relevant charges. The airline offers different seat selection methods to the passengers to get them the best travel experience. The passenger has the freedom to select their desired seat before boarding the flight up to 30 minutes before the flight's departure.

How to select a window seat on a flight?

Mostly, every passenger's first choice for the seat is a window seat because of the view. If you also wish to book a window seat for the flight, then make sure to check in early. There are currently three methods available through which you can book a window seat. For any further information regarding these methods, read the below details:

Through online seat selection 

You can make window seat selection on an Air New Zealand flight through the online check-in process. To use this method, you need to visit the airline's website and provide a few details. After choosing the desired seat, you also receive the boarding pass. Following are the steps to select the seat online:

• Open the website or the mobile application of Air New Zealand.
• Go to the "Check-in Online" button from the menu.
• Fill out the required passenger details like the "Booking Reference/Ticket Number" and "Last Name" as described on the ticket.
• Choose the desired window seat according to the availability.
• After that, save a copy of the boarding pass on your device.

Via self Kiosk check-in 

Another way you will be able to book a window seat is by completing the check-in through the Self Kiosk device at the airport. Fill out the relevant flight details and follow up the details on the screen. Then, you have to choose from the available window seats, and it will also print your boarding pass.

Visit the airline counter.

When you are not able to select the preferred seat through any of the other methods, then the last option is through the airline's counter at the terminal. Give your ticket or the relevant details to the executive and they will get you information on the available window seats. You can pick the preferred seat from the display and take a printout of the boarding pass.

Do you have to pay for a seat on Air New Zealand?

For seat selection on Air New Zealand flights, you have to pay some charges in advance. The airlines charge up to $50 for seat selection and prices may also depend on the seat you wish to reserve. When you fail to select any seat with the airline, then the airline will automatically assign you one. If any passengers want to avoid paying for their seats, then they are provided the option to select any seat for free during the check-in. 

Can I choose my seat in Economy?

Yes, the passengers who are flying on Economy class can choose their desired seat with Air New Zealand by paying for it in advance. To choose the preferred seat in an economy class, the passenger can choose from different options, such as visiting the website or via the airline's counter. The chances of getting the preferred seat increase when you check in early with the airline. If you have any questions or require help with any of the services, then reach out to customer service.