how do i request an alert for any isle seat?
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You can set up a free “any aisle seat” alert by using ExpertFlyer’s free account feature.
Steps to request an Any Aisle Seat alert
- Create a free ExpertFlyer account – the free tier lets you create one active seat alert at a time. View from the Wing
- Navigate to the Seat Alerts section after logging in.
- Choose the “Any Aisle Seat” option for the alert type. This is one of the three alert choices (Any Window, Any Aisle, Any Seat) available with the free alert. View from the Wing
- Activate the alert; ExpertFlyer will monitor the flight and email you when an aisle seat becomes available.
If you need more than one simultaneous alert, you can purchase additional alerts for $0.99 each, but the single free “Any Aisle Seat” alert works without any cost. View from the Wing
You can also use United’s new seat‑alert feature in their mobile app: when booking or managing a flight, request to be moved to an aisle seat and the system will monitor availability up to 12 hours before departure. One Mile at a Time
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