Airbus A330-300 Seat Map & Aircraft Overview

Whatflytime August 15, 2025

1. A330-300 Quick Facts 2. Common A330-300 Seat Configurations 3. Air China A330-300 Seat Tips (301-seat version)4. Current Direct Flights Operated by the Airbus A330-300 5. Why Travellers Like the A330-300 6. Seat Selection Guide for Popular Airbus and Boeing Aircraft

The Airbus A330-300 is a popular medium- to long-haul wide-body twin-engine aircraft, known for its reliability, spacious cabin, and flexible configurations.
Airlines use different layouts depending on route demand, so understanding the seating plan and choosing the right seat can make your journey far more comfortable.

A330-300 Quick Facts

Item	Details
Aircraft Model	Airbus A330-300
Type	Twin-aisle wide-body
Typical Capacity	Around 250–350 passengers (up to 440 in all-economy configuration)
Range	Around 11,750 km
Cruise Speed	~Mach 0.82
Highlights	Medium- to long-haul workhorse, high fuel efficiency, comfortable seating pitch

Common A330-300 Seat Configurations

Airline	Business Class	Premium Economy	Economy Class	Total Seats	Notes
Cathay Pacific (CX)	24–42	–	191–293	251–317	Fully flat beds in Business
China Airlines (CI)	36	–	277	313	Economy pitch 31–33 inches
Hong Kong Airlines (HX)	32	–	260	292	Full inflight entertainment
China Eastern (MU)	32	32	230	294	Three-class layout
Air Canada (AC)	27–32	–	244–255	285–297	Fully flat Business Class
Emirates (EK)	28	–	269	297	High service standards

Air China A330-300 Seat Tips (301-seat version)

Image Source: Lufthansa

Cabin Layout
- Premium Economy: Rows 31–32 (2-4-2 layout, extra legroom)
- Economy Class: From Row 33 onwards (mix of 2-4-2 and some 2-3-2 at the rear)
Seat Recommendations
1. A, C and J, L are window seats; D, E, F, H are middle seats
2. Row 33: First row in economy, with window, good space
3. Row 34: No window — best to avoid
4. Rows 34–47: Over-wing seats, limited view and slightly noisier
5. Row 48: Exit row, spacious legroom but window is offset
6. From Row 61: Cabin changes from 2-4-2 to 2-3-2, wider aisles
7. Last row: Has window but limited recline
8. Perfect window seats: 31, 32, 36, 38, 40, 42, 44, 46, 49, 51, 53, 55, 57, 59, 61, 63
9. View tips:
10. - North → South: Morning — left side (A seat), Evening — right side (L seat)
  - South → North: Reverse the above

Current Direct Flights Operated by the Airbus A330-300

Flight Number	Airline	Departure	Arrival
HX238	Hong Kong Airlines (HX)	Hong Kong International (HKG)	Shanghai Hongqiao (SHA)
MH389	Malaysia Airlines (MH)	Shanghai Pudong (PVG)	Kuala Lumpur International (KUL)
CX722	Cathay Pacific (CX)	Kuala Lumpur International (KUL)	Hong Kong International (HKG)

Why Travellers Like the A330-300

Flexible cabin layouts: Available in two-class, three-class, or all-economy
Comfortable pitch: Economy Class usually 31–33 inches; Premium Economy up to 41 inches
Wide route coverage: Ideal for flights within Asia, to the Middle East, and to Europe
Quiet and stable: Twin-engine design provides a smoother ride with lower noise levels

📝 Summary

For Singapore travellers, the A330-300 is a frequent choice on regional and medium-haul routes, as well as some long-haul services.

Seat recommendations:

For extra legroom → Choose Premium Economy or exit rows
For the best views → Pick perfect window seats
For a quieter experience → Avoid over-wing and near-lavatory seats
Flights like HX238 / MH389 / CX722 are often operated by the A330-300.