Boeing 737-800 Seat Map & Aircraft Overview

Whatflytime August 15, 2025

Catalog

1. Boeing 737-800 Quick Facts 2. Common Seat Configurations 3. Seat Selection Tips (Typical for Most 737-800s)4. Current Direct Flights Operated by the Boeing 737-800 5. Why Travellers Like the 737-800 6. Seat Selection Guide for Popular Airbus and Boeing Aircraft

The Boeing 737-800 is one of the best-selling models in the 737 Next Generation series. As a single-aisle narrow-body aircraft, it is widely used for short- to medium-haul routes in Asia, Europe, and the Americas.
Known for its operational efficiency, flexible seating configurations, and reliability, the 737-800 is a favourite among airlines worldwide — including on several routes to and from Singapore.

Boeing 737-800 Quick Facts

Item	Details
Aircraft Model	Boeing 737-800
Type	Narrow-body, single aisle
Typical Capacity	Around 160–189 seats
Range	Around 5,765 km
Cruise Speed	~Mach 0.79
Highlights	Flexible seating layouts, high fuel efficiency, wide route coverage

Common Seat Configurations

Layout Type	Business Class	Premium Economy	Economy Class	Total Seats	Notes
Two-class	8	–	154	162	Common with full-service airlines
Three-class	8	Some	Remaining economy	~162	Rare; seen in specific markets
All-economy	–	–	189	189	Popular with low-cost carriers

Seat Selection Tips (Typical for Most 737-800s)

Forward Cabin Seats
- Pros: Quicker disembarkation, lower noise, first to be served meals and drinks
- Cons: Bulkhead seats may have slightly less legroom
Exit Row Seats
- Pros: Maximum legroom
- Cons: No under-seat storage, must be able to assist in an emergency
Window Seats
- Pros: Best for views and photography
- Cons: Less convenient for getting up during the flight
Aisle Seats
- Pros: Easier to move around and access the lavatory
- Cons: May be disturbed by service carts and passing passengers
Last Few Rows
- Cons: Close to lavatories and galley, noisier, slowest to disembark

Image Source: United Airlines

Current Direct Flights Operated by the Boeing 737-800

Flight Number	Airline	Departure	Arrival
HU7624	Hainan Airlines (HU)	Wuhan Tianhe International (WUH)	Taiyuan Wusu International (TYN)
SL105	Thai Lion Air (SL)	Singapore Changi (SIN)	Bangkok Don Mueang (DMK)

Why Travellers Like the 737-800

Highly flexible: Meets the needs of both full-service and low-cost carriers
Cost-effective: Optimised fuel efficiency and low maintenance costs
Wide network: Operates on both short-haul and some medium-haul routes
Consistent comfort: Mature cabin design and stable passenger experience

📝 Summary

For Singapore travellers, the Boeing 737-800 is a common aircraft on routes across Southeast Asia, China, and South Asia.

Seat recommendations:

For more legroom → Choose exit row seats
For quiet and quick disembarkation → Choose forward cabin window seats
For mobility → Choose aisle seats
To avoid disturbance → Sit away from lavatories and galley areas