Does Korean Airlines have a Premium Economy?

If you are looking for premium economy on Korean Airlines, it is high time you learnt something about the fare classes on this airline. The airline has revised the fare classes. Here is what you can expect when you are booking a flight on the airline.

• Y, B & M booking classes – These are the highest booking classes in Economy.
• D, I, R, C & J booking classes – These are booking classes of Prestige cabin.
• F booking class - This is the booking class for First class.

In plain words, there is no Korean Airlines premium economy class. Make sure you go through our WingsTravo blog to know the privileges you enjoy for purchasing a ticket in Y, B and M class.

How to Get the Best Seat on Korean Air?

You can get the best seat at the time you book a ticket, after the booking and also at the time of check-in. If the seat you desire is included in your ticket you may be able to select it up to 48 hours before the departure. You may be able to select a seat not included in your ticket within 48 hours of departure. Here is how you can choose a seat when you book Korean Airlines premium economy class international.

During booking – After entering passenger information, click ‘seat selection’. Choose the seats from the seat map shown to you.

After booking – Find the booking from My Trips and choose the desired seat from the seat map up to 48 hours before departure. You can also change a seat already selected.

During check-in – You can select a seat within 48 hours of departure after completing check-in or during automated check-in.

You can choose a preferred seat, standard seat or extra legroom seat if you have booked a ticket with Y, B and M class. Our Wingstravo executives or Korean Airlines on +1-(800)-438-5000 or +1-888-413-6950 will help you get a better understanding of the privileges you can enjoy in your booking class.

Do you have to Select Seats on Korean Air?

For most passengers selecting a seat would not be necessary because it is included in their fare. However, if they want a preferred seat or extra legroom seat, they must book a ticket in Y, B or M class. Passengers with Economy Flex tickets will not have to pay for selecting seats. Here are several things you must remember about seat selection when you book Korean Airlines premium economy class international.

• Extra legroom seats may be chosen only 48 hours before departure.
• All passengers can select a preferred seat if it is still vacant within 48 hours of departure.

How much does Seat Selection Cost on Korean Air?

The cost of seat selection will depend on the type of ticket you have. Advance seat selection will not cost you anything if you have an Economy Flex ticket. Other passengers will have to pay a charge. Take a look at what advance seat selection will cost you if you don’t have an Economy Flex ticket.

• Standard seats – $10 on short-haul, $20 on medium-haul and $50 on long-haul.
• Preferred seats – $20 on short-haul, $30 on medium-haul and $70 on long-haul.
• Extra legroom seats – $30 on short-haul, $60 on medium-haul and $150 on long-haul.

For the same Korean Airlines premium economy class price, you may get a different seat. This is owing to the wide range of Airbus and Boeing aircraft Korean Air has. You can call the airline or WingsTravo on +1-(800)-438-5000 or +1-888-413-6950 to learn about the characteristics of the seats on your upcoming flight.