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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]One reason I don't like paying for seat selection just to sit with my kid is that I am not picky about the seats location, only proximity to a small child who will need supervision. I'm fine sitting in middle seat in the back of the plane as long as my 4 yr old is next to me. So why should I have to pay extra like I'm getting a better seat?

But I solve this by not flying airlines that are stupid enough to try and charge me an extra $200 just to ensure I am seated next to my preschooler. It's a dumb business practice and I vote with my wallet.[/quote]

Which airlines?  I only know of SW. [/quote]

In the US it's mostly Southwest but there are global carriers that will also ensure it. I can't remember off the top of my head but many European and Asian carriers do it.

Even in the US thought it can be worth it to call customer service and ask. It's been a few years but I did this with United once and they told me they could assure me that my infant and I would be seated together. It's not an explicit policy but I think they get that especially if you are talking about babies or very young kids it's in their interest. Airlines prefer you book a seat for a baby anyway rather than use the lap child rule so they are incentivized to help you out because it would be pretty dumb if the easiest way to ensure your baby could sit with you was to buy one less whole ticket and hold the baby in your lap.[/quote]

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