When can I select a seat for free on Aegean Airlines?

All ticket holders can select standard seats free of charge during the online check-in window, which opens 48 hours prior to scheduled departure. ComfortFlex and Business passengers can select standard seats in advance for free at any time.

What are Up Front seats on Aegean Airlines?

Up Front seats are positioned directly behind Business Class in the forward rows of Economy, allowing quicker disembarkation upon arrival. They carry a nominal advance reservation fee for Light and Flex fares.

What are the rules for Aegean emergency exit row seats?

Emergency exit row seats offer extra legroom but require passengers to be at least 15 years old, fluent in Greek or English, and capable of assisting crew members during an evacuation.

Do Miles+Bonus Gold members get free seat selection?

Yes, Miles+Bonus Gold and Star Alliance Gold elite status holders enjoy complimentary advance standard seat selection and discounted or free Up Front seating privileges.

Aegean Airlines Seat Selection: Pricing, Up Front & Extra Legroom Guide

Selecting your preferred seat on Aegean Airlines ensures a comfortable journey whether you are island-hopping across the Cyclades or traveling on international European routes.

Standard Seats

Standard Economy seats offer an average pitch of 30 inches with ergonomic leather seating. Standard seat selection is:

Complimentary: During online check-in (from 48 hours prior to departure) for all fare families.
Advance Selection: Free at any time for ComfortFlex and Business class passengers. Light and Flex passengers can reserve standard seats early for a small fee.

Up Front & Extra Legroom Seats

Located in the forward cabin section and exit rows of the Airbus A320 and A321 fleet:

Up Front Seats: Positioned in rows 4 through 10, providing expedited boarding and rapid deplaning at destination airports.
Extra Legroom Seats: Located at emergency exit rows, offering expanded leg space of up to 34 inches. Passengers seated in exit rows must meet aviation safety criteria (must be 15+ years of age and able-bodied).

Business Class Seating

Business Class on Aegean's narrow-body fleet features a 3-3 layout where the middle seat is permanently blocked with a cocktail tray table. Advance seat selection within the dedicated Business Class section is included at no additional charge.

Seat Category Overview

Seat Category	Comfort Pitch	Advance Reservation	Check-in Selection
Standard Economy	~30 inches	Free on ComfortFlex / Fee on Light & Flex	Free (48 hours before departure)
Up Front	~30–31 inches	Paid add-on (Discounts for Miles+Bonus Gold)	Subject to remaining availability
Extra Legroom (Exit Row)	~34 inches	Paid add-on (Safety requirements apply)	Subject to remaining availability
Business Class	Blocked middle seat	Free advance selection included	Free selection included