Airbus A350-900 Seat Map & Aircraft Overview

Whatflytime August 15, 2025

Catalog

1. A350-900 Quick Facts 2. Common A350-900 Seat Configurations 3. China Eastern A350-900 Seat Tips (76-row example)4. Current Direct Flights Operated by the Airbus A350-900 (Singapore-related)5. Why Travellers Love the A350-900 6. Seat Selection Guide for Popular Airbus and Boeing Aircraft

The Airbus A350-900 (A359) is part of the A350 family, a new-generation twin-engine wide-body aircraft. It combines excellent fuel efficiency, a comfortable cabin design, and quiet operation, making it ideal for both medium-haul and ultra-long-haul routes.
Airlines such as Singapore Airlines, Cathay Pacific, Air France, Air China, China Eastern, and STARLUX operate the A350-900 on routes to and from Singapore.

A350-900 Quick Facts

Item	Details
Aircraft Model	Airbus A350-900 (A359)
Type	Wide-body, twin-aisle
Engines	Rolls-Royce Trent XWB
Range	~15,000 km (standard) / ~17,900 km (ULR)
Cruise Speed	~Mach 0.85
Typical Capacity	288–312 seats (three-class) / 161–303 seats (ULR/medium-haul)
Highlights	Carbon-fibre fuselage, large panoramic windows, low noise, high fuel efficiency

Common A350-900 Seat Configurations

Airline	Business Class	Premium Economy	Economy Class	Total Seats	Notes
Singapore Airlines (SQ) – Ultra Long-Range	67	94	–	161	Only Business & Premium Economy
Singapore Airlines (SQ) – Medium-haul	40	–	263	303	Asia & Australia routes
Cathay Pacific (CX)	38	28	214	280	Long-haul three-class layout
Air France (AF)	48	32	212	292	All seats with 4K screens
Air China (CA)	36	20	256	312	Long-haul three-class layout
China Eastern (MU)	28	36	312	376	High-density version
STARLUX Airlines (JX)	26	36	244	306	Premium cabin design

China Eastern A350-900 Seat Tips (76-row example)

Image Source: Lufthansa

Cabin Layout
- Premium Economy: Rows 25–28 (2-4-2 layout)
- Economy Class: From Row 31 onwards (3-3-3 layout)
Seat Recommendations
1. A & K are window seats; D/E/G are middle seats
2. Row 31: First economy row, large legroom but no window
3. Rows 25–39: Over the wing, limited view, slightly noisier
4. Row 39: Next to lavatory — avoid if sensitive to foot traffic
5. Row 61: Behind exit row, extra space but no window
6. Row 62 A/K: Window seats with no obstruction in front, very spacious
7. Row 76: Last row, left side has no window, right side next to lavatory
8. Perfect window seats: 32, 37, 38, 64, 67, 68, 71, 75
9. View tips:
10. - North → South: Morning — left side (A seat), Evening — right side (K seat)
  - South → North: Reverse the above

Current Direct Flights Operated by the Airbus A350-900 (Singapore-related)

	Aircraft Type	Departure Airport	Arrival Airport
SQ247	Airbus A350-900	Singapore Changi Airport (SIN / WSSS)	Melbourne Airport (MEL / YMML)
SQ898	Airbus A350-900	Singapore Changi Airport (SIN / WSSS)	Hong Kong International Airport (HKG / VHHH)
SQ895	Airbus A350-900	Hong Kong International Airport (HKG / VHHH)	Singapore Changi Airport (SIN / WSSS)

Why Travellers Love the A350-900

High comfort: 3-3-3 wide-body economy layout, more seat width and legroom
Fuel efficient & quiet: Carbon-fibre body and new-generation engines reduce fuel burn and noise
Versatile range: Operates both medium-haul (within Asia) and ultra-long-haul (intercontinental)
Modern cabin features: Large windows, advanced air filtration, full inflight entertainment

📝 Summary

The A350-900 offers a balance of long-haul comfort and operational efficiency, making it a favourite on Singapore routes.

Seat tips:

For more legroom: Choose bulkhead or exit rows
For the best views: Pick perfect window seats
For a quieter ride: Avoid over-wing and near-lavatory seats

Flight Number	Aircraft Type	Departure Airport	Arrival Airport
SQ247	Airbus A350-900	Singapore Changi Airport (SIN / WSSS)	Melbourne Airport (MEL / YMML)
SQ898	Airbus A350-900	Singapore Changi Airport (SIN / WSSS)	Hong Kong International Airport (HKG / VHHH)
SQ895	Airbus A350-900	Hong Kong International Airport (HKG / VHHH)	Singapore Changi Airport (SIN / WSSS)