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Air China Boeing 747-8 Seat Map: Best & Worst Seats

Air China Boeing 747-8 cabin layout and seating plan

Cabin layout

12F · 24J · 66W · 233Y335 seats
Air China Boeing 747-8 seat map
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Boeing 747-8

The Air China Boeing 747-8 holds 12 first, 54 business, 66 premium economy and 233 economy seats

Last verified October 14, 2026Verified by Alex Westridge

Manufacturer
Boeing
Body
Wide body
Haul
Long Haul

Configuration

12F · 24J · 66W · 233Y
335seats
First 12
Business 24
Premium Economy 66
Economy 233
Wi-Fi
No Wi-Fi
Entertainment
Panasonic eX3 carries audio and video.

Seat classes

First Suites
12 seats
Rows1 to 3
Pitch83"
Width23"
Recline180°
In-seat amenities
PowerPower110V universal ACUSBUSBUSB-AScreenScreen23" touch screen displayWi-FiWi-FiNo in-flight wifiAdjustable armrestAdjustable armrest

Twelve Zodiac Aerospace Venus suites, each made up of a multi-position seat which converts to a lie-flat bed, a fixed ottoman with stowage below sufficient for a IATA carry on case, and a slimline wardrobe.

Business
24 seats
Rows11 to 15
Width21"
Recline180°
In-seat amenities
PowerPower110V universal ACUSBUSBUSB-AScreenScreen16" touch screen displayWi-FiWi-FiNo in-flight wifiAdjustable headrestAdjustable headrestAdjustable armrestAdjustable armrest

Twenty-four Collins Aerospace Diamond Parallel seats in a 2-2-2 layout,.

Premium Economy
66 seats
Rows31 to 37
Pitch38"
Width17.3”
Recline105°
In-seat amenities
PowerPower110V universal AC (shared access)USBUSBUSB-AScreenScreen9" touch screen displayWi-FiWi-FiNo in-flight wifiAdjustable headrestAdjustable headrest

Sixty-six B/E Aerospace Star Plus seats in a 3-4-3 layout.

Economy
233 seats
Rows38 to 64
Pitch31"
Width17.3”
Recline105°
In-seat amenities
PowerPower110V universal AC (shared access)USBUSBUSB-AScreenScreen9" touch screen displayWi-FiWi-FiNo in-flight wifiAdjustable headrestAdjustable headrestAdjustable armrestAdjustable armrest

233 B/E Aerospace Star Plus seats in a 3-4-3 layout.

Business
30 seats
Rows80 to 87
Pitch46"
Width21"
Recline180°
In-seat amenities
PowerPower110V universal ACUSBUSBUSB-AScreenScreen15" touch screen displayAdjustable headrestAdjustable headrestAdjustable armrestAdjustable armrest

Thirty Collins Parallel Diamond seats in a 2-2 layout.

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Best seats on the Air China Boeing 747-8

Ranked by cabin from the per-seat ratings, window quality, and traveler notes on the Air China Boeing 747-8 seat map.

The best seat on the Air China Boeing 747-8 is 01A. In Business, go for 11A or 11C; in Economy, 47A and 47L are recommended for a good window.

Cabin
Position
  • 01A

    Window·Recommended

    Single seat with its own aisle access.

  • 01L

    Window·Recommended

    Single seat with its own aisle access.

  • 02A

    Window·Recommended

    Single seat with its own aisle access.

  • 02L

    Window·Recommended

    Single seat with its own aisle access.

  • 03A

    Window·Recommended

    Single seat with its own aisle access.

  • 03L

    Window·Recommended

    Single seat with its own aisle access.

  • 47A

    Window·Recommended

  • 47L

    Window·Recommended

  • 50L

    Window·Recommended

  • 51A

    Window·Recommended

  • 55L

    Window·Recommended

  • 56A

    Window·Recommended

Is the better cabin worth it?

Compare the cabins on this aircraft side by side, so you can weigh the jump in pitch, width, and amenities against the fare.

SpecFirst SuitesBusinessPremium EconomyEconomyBusiness
Seats12246623330
Pitch83"Not listed38"31"46"
Width23"21"17.3”17.3”21"
ReclineConverts into a flat bedConverts into a 6'-4" long flat bed105°105°Converts into a 6'-4" long flat bed
Power110V universal AC110V universal AC110V universal AC (shared access)110V universal AC (shared access)110V universal AC
Screen23" touch screen display16" touch screen display9" touch screen display9" touch screen display15" touch screen display
Wi-FiNo in-flight wifiNo in-flight wifiNo in-flight wifiNo in-flight wifiNot listed

Boeing 747-8 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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The 2 cabin layouts on this aircraft

This airline flies the same aircraft in more than one cabin layout. Here is what separates them, so you know which one you are looking at before you pick a seat.

12F · 24J · 66W · 233Y

First
12F
Business
24J
Premium Economy
66W
Economy
233Y

The Air China Boeing 747-8 holds 12 first, 54 business, 66 premium economy and 233 economy seats

30J

Business
30J

The Air China Boeing 747-8 holds 12 first, 54 business, 66 premium economy and 233 economy seats

FAQ

Air China Boeing 747-8 seat map questions

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