How much does Sun Country Airlines charge for seat selection?

Standard: $2 to $35+. Preferred: Not applicable (Sun Country uses 'Best', 'Exit Row', and 'Standard'). Extra Legroom: Varies (Best seats offer 4 inches more legroom, Exit Row offers 9 inches more).

What happens if I don't select a seat on Sun Country Airlines?

You'll be assigned a seat at check-in, typically a middle seat in the back of the plane.

Sun Country Airlines Seat Selection (2026) — Fees, Free Options & How to Choose

Sun Country charges for advance seat selection. If you do not pay to select a seat, one will be randomly assigned to you at check-in for free.

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Seat Selection Fees

Seat Type	Fee
Standard	$2 to $35+
Preferred	Not applicable (Sun Country uses 'Best', 'Exit Row', and 'Standard')
Extra Legroom	Varies (Best seats offer 4 inches more legroom, Exit Row offers 9 inches more)
Exit Row	Varies (Exit Row seats offer 9 inches more legroom)

Free Seat Selection

No — Sun Country charges for advance seat selection. If you do not pay to select a seat, one will be randomly assigned to you at check-in for free.

When Can You Select a Seat?

Available for a fee during booking or via 'Manage Trip' before check-in.

How to Select Your Seat

Go to the Sun Country Airlines website.
Start a new booking or go to 'Manage Trip' for an existing reservation.
Enter your Last Name and Reservation Code if managing a trip.
Navigate to the seat selection step.
Choose your preferred seat from the seat map and pay the applicable fee.

Tips for the Best Seats

Pay for seat selection if you want to guarantee sitting together with your travel companions.
Best seats include preferred boarding (zone 2) and one complimentary alcoholic beverage.
All seats offer comfortable recline and most have in-seat power (USB ports).
If you don't care where you sit, skip seat selection to save money and get a random seat at check-in.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is seat selection free on Sun Country Airlines?: Sun Country charges for advance seat selection. If you do not pay to select a seat, one will be randomly assigned to you at check-in for free.
How much does Sun Country Airlines charge for seat selection?: Standard: $2 to $35+. Preferred: Not applicable (Sun Country uses 'Best', 'Exit Row', and 'Standard'). Extra Legroom: Varies (Best seats offer 4 inches more legroom, Exit Row offers 9 inches more).
When can I select a seat on Sun Country Airlines?: Available for a fee during booking or via 'Manage Trip' before check-in.
What happens if I don't select a seat on Sun Country Airlines?: You'll be assigned a seat at check-in, typically a middle seat in the back of the plane.