Traveling long distance can be quite an ordeal, especially when you’re doing it from the crammed confines of the ‘economy seats’ section. The Asian Association of Travel agents recently issued this list of tips to get your seat upgraded.

1. Join a frequent flyer program: If you’re one of their most valued customers, it’s only natural that airlines show you preference.
2. Ask if the flight is full when you check in: This is where you state your intention to be considered. Just do it in a nice polite manner. Remember, they don’t owe you the upgrade, it’s purely a favor.
3. Dress Smart: If you want to be in businesses class, dress like a business class passenger.
4. Travel Solo: It’s harder to get upgrades in a group
5. Don’t be first at the gate: Airline staff won’t know which seats are available until they’ve checked in most of the passengers.

The best part is, you really have nothing to lose by asking for the upgrade, so the next time you travel, put these tips to use, and you may be flying in style.