# How to change seat on American Airlines?
**URL:** https://community.goniyo.com/t/how-to-change-seat-on-american-airlines/28676
**Category:** Card Replacement
**Tags:** travel
**Created:** [October 17, 2025, 6:48am UTC](https://community.goniyo.com/t/how-to-change-seat-on-american-airlines/28676 "2025-10-17T06:48:57Z")
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### Author:  [@amanda](https://community.goniyo.com/u/amanda)
#### Post date: [October 17, 2025, 6:48am UTC](https://community.goniyo.com/t/how-to-change-seat-on-american-airlines/28676/1 "2025-10-17T06:48:57Z")
Hey everyone,
I booked my flight with **American Airlines** for the New Year holidays, but now I’m trying to change my seat and can’t figure out the easiest way to do it.
Has anyone here changed their seat before? Can it be done online or only through customer service?
Any tips would be appreciated!
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### Author:  [@Uday\_Singh](https://community.goniyo.com/u/Uday_Singh)
#### Post date: [October 17, 2025, 10:05am UTC](https://community.goniyo.com/t/how-to-change-seat-on-american-airlines/28676/2 "2025-10-17T10:05:29Z")
Hey Amanda,
Thanks for reaching out!
Based on my own experience managing airline bookings, I can assure you that the best and easiest way to change your seat on American Airlines is **definitely online**. Even during the rush of the New Year holidays, you have solid options right up until departure.
## **Phase 1: Online Seat Selection (Recommended)**
The fastest way to manage your seat assignment is by pulling up your reservation on their digital platforms:
1. **Access Your Trip:** Go to the **American Airlines website** or open the **AA mobile app**.
2. **Find Reservation:** Use your **six-digit Confirmation Code (PNR)** and your last name.
3. **View Seat Map:** Look for the **“Change Seats”** or **“View/Change Seats”** option next to your flight segment to view the available map.
## **Phase 2: Last-Minute Options**
If you don’t find a desirable seat now, here are two other options:
- **24-Hour Check-in:** Check again exactly **24 hours before your flight**. The airline often releases reserved block seats into the public pool during the final check-in window.
- **Airport Assistance:** If you still can’t select a seat online, you can always ask an agent at the **check-in counter** or the **departure gate** on the day of travel. They have the authority to assign any remaining available seats.
I hope this helps you secure the perfect seat for your New Year’s trip!