During my experience as a Cabin director, I have been through all this as a passenger or as a witness, I saw passengers onboard want to change their seats on the full flight because, for example, they have long legs and they got middle seats, I got complaints as well that the seats aren't reclining when they are on an exit row, so let's make it clear and start from the basics and go from there:
1- EXIT ROW:
The good thing about an exit row is you have the leg space for tall people but if you choose it you will be an able-body passenger which means you should be fit in the case of emergency to help, you should speak clearly, and confidently to give commands, and understand English when the crew give you the briefing about the exit, and you can't keep anything in front of you, or under your seat, your seat on the first row will not be able to recline, you cannot be overweight or aged, “I remember an old man very gentleman, he changed his seat to an overwing seat and he tried to convince me that he was an old but fit and very athletic man but just his legs were painful, he was on medical crutches”.
2- window or aisle seat:
Do you like to look out the window or have easy access to the aisle? I think there is no good or bad seat just simply up to you.
For the window seat, you may see the beautiful view over 35000 feet, you can let you lean against it for easy sleep, and don't get passengers' bumping into you every ten minutes, but it will not be easy to stretch your legs on a long flight.
So the aisle seat is good for those who have a fear of heights, and easy access to the aisle.
3- Front or Back:
Usually, it is best to pick a seat toward the front of the cabin for several reasons, it is faster, and you can get on or off very quickly, for the back seat, it is okay if it's your last option and you bought the ticket at the last minute.
You may consider if you have a short connection you may take an aisle seat in the front to deplane faster and easier.
4- bulkhead seat:
A Bulkhead seat next to one of the vertical bulkheads and partitions, sometimes it is great, with more leg space, and no one in front of you, it is good as well for families with a baby they will have a bassinet for the baby to sleep in, but if you want to sleep during the flight I guess a baby next to you will not be lovely.
Seating after a bulkhead your seat will no recline, consider the proximity to lavatories and galleys too.
5-Seat Selection Fees:
Keep in mind that some airlines offer seat selection for a fee. Consider if the extra cost is worth it for you, it is like pay more get more, the seat in the front of the cabin is more expensive than at the back.
6- SeatGuru or Seat Alert website or Applications:
Use websites like SeatGuru or Seat Alert that provide you a seat maps and reviews to help you pick the best seat based on the specific aircraft you're flying on that day.
By considering these factors and doing a bit of research, you can increase your chances of picking the best seat for a comfortable and smooth flight.
Have a safe and smooth flight.
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