How do I let an airline know that I'll need a window seat?

Question

As many of you may already know, car seats must usually go in the window seat of an airplane so that the car seat isn't blocking aisle access. Alternatively, some airlines will allow that car seat to go in the center seat that is next to the window seat if the parent doesn't mind being blocked in. Either way we have to have a window seat and the seat next to it. We may not sit anywhere in the 5-accross center section of large planes or in the aisle seat of the three-accross window section. I've flown with my son couple of times now and this can be a bit problematic. How can I let the airline know ahead of time that we'll be needing a window seat so they don't have to rearrange everyone when we arrive? I really hate to inconvenience other passengers. I don't book the tickets personally, they are purchased by the U.S. Navy, so please don't say, "At the time of purchase." The Navy buys them, and we have to make these sort of special arrangements with the airline ourselves.

Answer 1

All you have to do is give a call to the airline and let them know your situation. They will be able to get a seat for you.

Answer 2

Try telling them

Answer 3

When you get your reservation you should also receive a confirmation code.   Go online and 'check your reservation' by typing in the code.    You will probably have an option to choose your seat assignments.    If the arrangement that you need is not available at that time, then call the airline or, if you are near the airport, go to the airport and speak with an agent there.

Answer 4

hmm.. im not sure "At the time of purchase"

but, u can try asking de air steward on de plane..

i do tat too..

but, u will onli be given a seat beside de window wen dere is an extra slot dere.

Answer 5

idk but I don't think they'd have time if they had to answer questions like this from hundreds of people

sry

Answer 6

I am a big fan of having a window seat when i fly! I booked my tickets through a travel agent and i asked them to make sure i had a window seat. However, seeing as they are already purchased either call the airline and request to reserve your seats or arrive super early to check in and request a window seat when you are getting your boarding pass.