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Aer Lingus Airbus A321XLR Seat Map: Best & Worst Seats

Aer Lingus Airbus A321XLR cabin layout and seating plan

16J · 168Y184 seats
Aer Lingus Airbus A321XLR seat map
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Airbus A321XLR

Airbus A321-253NY

The Aer Lingus Airbus A321XLR holds 16 business and 168 economy seats which features the latest Airbus Airspace interiors which include wider cabins and larger overhead lockers. Please note, the seat plan illustrated here while developed from an Aer Lingus published layout of passenger accommodation diagram, has not been fully verified, so some details may differ.

Last verified October 14, 2026Verified by Alex Westridge

Manufacturer
Airbus
Body
Narrow body
Haul
Short Haul

Configuration

16J · 168Y
184seats
Business 16
Economy 168
Wi-Fi
Better
Panasonic eXConnect Ku-band · Satellite wifi
Entertainment
Audio and video on demand.

Seat classes

Business
16 seats
Rows2 to 6
Pitch47"
Width22"
Recline180°
In-seat amenities
PowerPower110V universal ACUSBUSBUSB-A and USB-CScreenScreenStatic 18" 4K UHD touchscreen displayWi-FiWi-FiSatellite wifiBluetooth audioBluetooth audioAir ventAir ventAdjustable armrestAdjustable armrest

Sixteen Thompson Aero Vantage seats in a distinctive alternating 2-2, 1-1 layout. The modular seat is constructed as pairs and solo seats, using standardised equipment, controls

Economy
168 seats
Rows7 to 34
Pitch32"
Width18”
Recline3"
In-seat amenities
USBUSBUSB-A and USB-CScreenScreenPivoting 12" 4K UHD touch screen displayWi-FiWi-FiSatellite wifiBluetooth audioBluetooth audioAir ventAir ventAdjustable headrestAdjustable headrestAdjustable armrestAdjustable armrest

168 Recaro R3 seats, which have a six-way adjustable headrest and a personal device holder.

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Best seats on the Aer Lingus Airbus A321XLR

Ranked by cabin from the per-seat ratings, window quality, and traveler notes on the Aer Lingus Airbus A321XLR seat map.

The best seat on the Aer Lingus Airbus A321XLR is 03A. In Business, go for 03A or 05A; in Economy, 19A and 19F are recommended for a good window.

Cabin
Position
  • 19A

    Window·Recommended

  • 19F

    Window·Recommended

  • 21A

    Window·Recommended

  • 21F

    Window·Recommended

  • 23F

    Window·Recommended

  • 30A

    Window·Recommended

  • 32A

    Window·Recommended

  • 03A

    Window·Recommended

    Single seat with its own aisle access.

  • 05A

    Window·Recommended

    Single seat with its own aisle access.

  • 03K

    Window·Recommended

    Single seat with its own aisle access.

  • 05K

    Window·Recommended

    Single seat with its own aisle access.

  • 14B

    Middle·Recommended

    Pitch about 33". 3" roomier than the rest of this cabin.

Is the better cabin worth it?

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SpecBusinessEconomy
Seats16168
PitchRows 3 and 5: 46"Rows 14 and 15: 35" Rows 16 to 21: 31"; seats 22 to 34ABC: 31"
Width22"18”
ReclineConverts into a 77" long flat bed3"
Power110V universal ACUSB-A and USB-C
ScreenStatic 18" 4K UHD touchscreen displayPivoting 12" 4K UHD touch screen display
Wi-FiSatellite wifiSatellite wifi

Airbus A321XLR seat specifications: pitch, width and recline

What every symbol, measurement, and color on the map means, so you can compare seats, cabins, and aircraft with confidence.

Seat measurements

Row pitch

Row pitch

Distance from a point on one seat to the same point on the seat in the row ahead. A useful proxy for legroom.

Seat width

Seat width

Measured across the seat cushion between the inner edges of the armrests.

Seat recline

Seat recline

How far the seat tilts back from upright, measured as the travel at the headrest.

In-seat amenities

  • Adjustable armrestAdjustable armrest
  • Adjustable headrestAdjustable headrest
  • Air ventAir vent
  • Seatback screenSeatback screen
  • Streaming to deviceStreaming to device
  • Wi-FiWi-Fi
  • Power outletPower outlet
  • USB portUSB port
  • Wireless chargingWireless charging
  • Bluetooth audioBluetooth audio
  • Privacy doorPrivacy door

Cabin features

  • GalleyGalley
  • LavatoryLavatory
  • Accessible lavatoryAccessible lavatory
  • Washlet lavatoryWashlet lavatory
  • Bar or loungeBar or lounge
  • Bassinet positionBassinet position
  • Prayer areaPrayer area
  • Snack stationSnack station
  • Service animal seatingService animal seating
  • Peanut-allergy seatingPeanut-allergy seating

Wi-Fi quality

Good

Steady enough for messaging and email.

Better

Comfortable browsing and light streaming.

Best

Fast enough for video calls and streaming.

Seat ratings

Recommended

Above average. A strong pick on this aircraft.

Caution

Some trade-offs worth weighing before you book.

Avoid

Below average, with known drawbacks to avoid.

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