Vueling Seat Selection (2026) — Fees, Free Options & How to Choose
Basic fare passengers are assigned a random seat for free during check-in. Optima, Family, and TimeFlex fares include free standard seat selection.
Seat Selection Fees
| Seat Type | Fee |
|---|---|
| Standard | From €2 to €10 depending on the route. |
| Preferred | From €10 to €20 (Space seats). |
| Extra Legroom | From €15 to €25 (Space Plus and Space One seats). |
| Exit Row | From €15 to €25 (Space Plus seats). |
Free Seat Selection
No — Basic fare passengers are assigned a random seat for free during check-in. Optima, Family, and TimeFlex fares include free standard seat selection.
When Can You Select a Seat?
Available for purchase at the time of booking or anytime before check-in for Basic fares. Included for other fare types.
How to Select Your Seat
- Choose your seat during the initial booking process.
- Alternatively, go to 'Manage your booking' on the Vueling website or app.
- Select 'Choose seats'.
- Pick your preferred seat from the seat map.
- Pay any applicable fees to confirm your selection.
Tips for the Best Seats
- Purchasing a Space One or Space Plus seat includes a 10 kg cabin bag and priority boarding.
- If you don't want to pay for a seat, wait until online check-in opens to get a randomly assigned seat for free.
- Families booking the Family fare get seats together included in the price.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is seat selection free on Vueling?
- Basic fare passengers are assigned a random seat for free during check-in. Optima, Family, and TimeFlex fares include free standard seat selection.
- How much does Vueling charge for seat selection?
- Standard: From €2 to €10 depending on the route.. Preferred: From €10 to €20 (Space seats).. Extra Legroom: From €15 to €25 (Space Plus and Space One seats)..
- When can I select a seat on Vueling?
- Available for purchase at the time of booking or anytime before check-in for Basic fares. Included for other fare types.
- What happens if I don't select a seat on Vueling?
- You'll be assigned a seat at check-in, typically a middle seat in the back of the plane.