Ethiopian Airlines·Star Alliance
Ethiopian Seat Selection & Upgrades
Ethiopian Seat Selection & Upgrades — Summary
How Ethiopian seat selection works by fare, extra legroom options, upgrade routes, and the family seating rules that let children sit with a parent free.
Key Travel Facts & Insights
- Choosing a seat: Charged on Basic fares; free on higher fares and for elite members..
- Extra legroom: Extra legroom seats sold at a premium..
- Upgrades: ShebaMiles upgrades and paid upgrades at check-in..
- Seating children with a parent: Families are seated together where possible..
Choosing a seat
Charged on Basic fares; free on higher fares and for elite members.
Extra legroom
Extra legroom seats sold at a premium.
Upgrades
ShebaMiles upgrades and paid upgrades at check-in.
Seating children with a parent
Families are seated together where possible.
Cabins available
Ethiopian operates: Economy Class, Cloud Nine (Business).
Ethiopian seats & upgrades — common questions
Do I have to pay to choose a seat on Ethiopian?
Charged on Basic fares; free on higher fares and for elite members.
Can my child sit with me on Ethiopian?
Families are seated together where possible.
How do I upgrade on Ethiopian?
ShebaMiles upgrades and paid upgrades at check-in.
More Ethiopian help
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Fare rules, baggage allowances and change policies differ by route and fare brand. Our consultants confirm the exact terms attached to your itinerary before you pay — and handle the change or refund if plans move.