Why SeatGuru's Closure Left Millions Stranded
On October 31, 2025, TripAdvisor quietly shut down SeatGuru, the beloved seat map tool that had served 24 years of loyal travelers. No warning. No migration path. Just a redirect to TripAdvisor's homepage.
The SeatGuru Impact
- Served millions of travelers worldwide for 24 years
- Covered hundreds of aircraft types
- Provided color-coded seat ratings (good/bad/avoid)
- Had extensive user reviews and comments
- Was completely free
Flight to Seat
We discovered a critical market gap: travelers know their aircraft model (they see it on their booking confirmation), but can't quickly find accurate seat maps. They waste 10-15 minutes jumping between multiple websites, confused by conflicting information.
🚀 We're Building a Solution
We're developing Flight to Seat—a modern website that solves this exact problem. No more jumping between multiple sites. No more confusion. Just instant, accurate seat maps.
Our goal is simple:
Enter a flight number or aircraft type, instantly get the seat map plus real user feedback. No searching. No guessing. No mothballed websites.
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The Complete SeatGuru Alternative Guide
Here's the honest truth: there is no perfect SeatGuru replacement. But combined, these 8 platforms cover every use case.
| Platform | Accuracy | Ease | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| AeroLOPA aerolopa.com | ★★★★★ | ★★★★ | Free |
| SeatMaps.com seatmaps.com | ★★★★ | ★★★★★ | Free |
| Airline Websites Official sources | ★★★★★ | ★★★ | Free |
| ExpertFlyer expertflyer.com | ★★★★★ | ★★★ | $9.99/mo |
✅ Pros
- 1:1 Precision: Window/aisle alignment is pixel-perfect. You see exactly which seats have windows.
- Extensive Coverage: 1,000+ aircraft configurations from major airlines worldwide.
- Clean Interface: No ads, no clutter. Just the seat map you need.
- Completely Free: No paywall, no registration required.
❌ Cons
- Requires Knowledge: You need to know the airline name AND aircraft type (like "B788").
- No Flight Number Search: Can't just enter your flight number and go.
- No User Reviews: Just the map—no community feedback on seat quality.
What Users Say
"AeroLOPA maps are absolutely perfect. When SeatGuru shut down, I immediately found AeroLOPA and it's been fantastic. The accuracy is incredible—you can see exactly which seats have windows." — Reddit user, r/awardtravel
🎯 Best For: Travelers who know their aircraft model and want pixel-perfect seat information. Frequent flyers and aviation enthusiasts.
✅ Pros
- Massive Database: 3,100+ seat maps covering virtually every major airline.
- User Reviews: Real passenger feedback on seat comfort, legroom, and amenities.
- Mobile Friendly: Works great on phones—check maps mid-booking.
- Free & No Registration: Open the site and search immediately.
❌ Cons
- Ad-Heavy: Multiple ads throughout the site slow browsing.
- Outdated Configurations: Some maps haven't been updated in years.
- Less Accurate Than AeroLOPA: Maps are more generic, less precise.
- No Flight Number Search: Must know airline and aircraft type.
What Users Say
"SeatMaps is good for getting user reviews of different seats, but the maps themselves aren't as detailed as they should be. I use it for reference but cross-check with other sources." — Reddit user
🎯 Best For: Travelers who want real passenger experiences. Comparing seat quality based on community feedback.
✅ Pros
- Seat Policy Reference: Detailed info on extra legroom, premium economy, and special seating.
- Free Access: All policies available without payment.
- Comprehensive Coverage: Includes most major international airlines.
❌ Cons
- Outdated Design: The website looks like it's from 2005. Very dated interface.
- Infrequent Updates: Policies change, but the site often lags behind.
- No Seat Maps: Policy info only—doesn't show where seats are located.
- Text-Heavy: Policies presented as walls of text, hard to skim.
🎯 Best For: Understanding airline seat policies, extra legroom fees, and seating restrictions. Less useful for actually choosing seats.
Save This Page Before Your Next Flight
SeatGuru may be gone, but finding great seats doesn't have to be complicated. Bookmark this guide for your next trip.