1.1 Preferred airlines:

(Example: Emirates, Lufthansa, Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways)

1.2 Service class:

(Example: Business class for flights over two hours, premium economy for shorter flights)

1.3 Seat selection:

(Example: Always choose a window seat, rows 3–8; avoid the first and last rows in business class)

1.4 Loyalty programs and status:

(Example: Gold 50k status with Air Canada, eUpgrade for business class)

1.5 Upgrade options:

(Example: Check for premium economy if business class is too expensive)

1.6 Flight budget:

(Example: Up to $2100 for a business class flight from Toronto to Barcelona)