Cabin layout
The most recent deliveries from Airbus are in the form of the A321neo and hold 20 business and 176 economy seats, with 35 Main Cabin Extra designated seats. Every aircraft has Airbus XL overhead bins and mood lighting.
Last verified October 14, 2026Verified by Alex Westridge
Power110V universal AC
USBUSB-A
Wi-FiViaSat KA-band satellite wifi
Air vent
Adjustable headrest
Adjustable armrestTwenty Collins Aerospace MiQ cradle seats in a 2-2 layout, featuring an adjustable headrest, flip-up tablet holder, and in-arm storage pocket.
Power110V universal ACUSBUSB-AWi-FiViaSat KA-band satellite wifiAir ventAdjustable headrestAdjustable armrestCollins Meridian slimline seats in a 3-3 layout, featuring an adjustable headrest and a tablet holder. Main Cabin Extra shown with red accents
Flying this Airbus A321neo? See which seats are still open
Enter your American Airlines flight number and date on the live seat map to see the open seats on your flight, with every seat's comfort score.
Ranked by cabin from the per-seat ratings, window quality, and traveler notes on the American Airlines Airbus A321neo seat map.
The best seat on the American Airlines Airbus A321neo is 02A. In Business, go for 02A or 02F; in Economy, 09A and 09F are recommended for a good window.
Window·Recommended
Window·Recommended
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Pitch about 33". 3" roomier than the rest of this cabin.
Window·Recommended
Pitch about 33". 3" roomier than the rest of this cabin.
Window·Recommended
Window·Recommended
Window·Recommended
Window·Recommended
Window·Recommended
Window·Recommended
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Extra legroom.
Window·Recommended
Compare the cabins on this aircraft side by side, so you can weigh the jump in pitch, width, and amenities against the fare.
| Spec | Domestic First | Main Cabin |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 20 | 176 |
| Pitch | 36.5" | Main Cabin Extra: 33" |
| Width | 20" | Rows 27 and 37: 17" |
| Recline | 5" | Main Cabin Extra: 3" |
| Power | 110V universal AC | 110V universal AC |
| Screen | Audio and video streamed to your own phone or tablet. These aircraft have no seatback screens. | Audio and video streamed to your own phone or tablet. These aircraft have no seatback screens. |
| Wi-Fi | ViaSat KA-band satellite wifi | ViaSat KA-band satellite wifi |
What every symbol, measurement, and color on the map means, so you can compare seats, cabins, and aircraft with confidence.
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
Measured across the seat cushion between the inner edges of the armrests.
Seat recline
How far the seat tilts back from upright, measured as the travel at the headrest.
Adjustable armrest
Adjustable headrest
Air vent
Seatback screen
Streaming to device
Wi-Fi
Power outlet
USB port
Wireless charging
Bluetooth audio
Privacy door
Galley
Lavatory
Accessible lavatory
Washlet lavatory
Bar or lounge
Bassinet position
Prayer area
Snack station
Service animal seating
Peanut-allergy seatingGood
Steady enough for messaging and email.
Better
Comfortable browsing and light streaming.
Best
Fast enough for video calls and streaming.
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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This version of the American Airlines Airbus A321neo holds 20 business and 170 economy seats. Economy holds 35 extra legroom seats sold as Main Cabin Extra. Every aircraft has Airbus XL overhead bins and mood lighting.
The most recent deliveries from Airbus are in the form of the A321neo and hold 20 business and 176 economy seats, with 35 Main Cabin Extra designated seats. Every aircraft has Airbus XL overhead bins and mood lighting.
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Fitted differently by 71 other airlines. Tick a map to compare it side by side.
| Cabins | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
American AirlinesThis page AA · Business, Economy 196 seats · 18" wide · 2" recline | Business 20 · Economy 176 | 30" | ||
Business 42 · Economy 178 | 28-32" | |||
Lie-flat Business 16 · Economy 168 | 32"+2"+2" more | |||
Business 28 · Economy 147 | 31"+1"+1" more | |||
Economy 232 | Not listed | |||
Business 12 · Economy 182 | 29" | |||
Business 12 · Economy 186 | 29" | |||
Lie-flat Business 12 · Premium 24 · Economy 153 | 28" | |||
Business 12 · Economy 186 | 30" | |||
Economy 217 | 29.1-37.8" | |||
Economy 214 | 29-33" | |||
Economy 236 | 2-35" | |||
Business 8 · Economy 203 | Not listed | |||
Economy 240 | Not listed | |||
Economy 222 | 31"+1"+1" more | |||
Economy 230 | 28-30" | |||
Business 20 · Economy 170 | 30" | |||
Business 8 · Economy 186 | Not listed | |||
Business 8 · Economy 180 | Not listed | |||
Business 12 · Economy 168 | Not listed | |||
Business 12 · Economy 179 | 31"+1"+1" more | |||
Business 16 · Economy 170 | 30" | |||
Economy 214 | 29-34" | |||
Business 84 · Economy 136 | 30" | |||
Business 84 · Economy 136 | 30" | |||
Business 12 · Economy 183 | Not listed | |||
Business 12 · Economy 190 | 30" | |||
Economy 236 | 28" | |||
Lie-flat Business 12 · Economy 168 | 31"+1"+1" more | |||
Premium 8 · Economy 227 | 28" | |||
Business 12 · Economy 186 | Not listed | |||
Business 4 · Economy 191 | Not listed | |||
Business 12 · Economy 188 | Not listed | |||
Business 36 · Economy 197 | 28-30" | |||
Business 20 · Economy 174 | 31"+1"+1" more | |||
Lie-flat Business 16 · Premium 12 · Economy 120 | 31-35"+1"+1" more | |||
Business 44 · Economy 120 | 31-35"+1"+1" more | |||
Economy 235 | 28-29" | |||
Business 16 · Economy 166 | 30" | |||
Business 16 · Economy 182 | Not listed | |||
Business 8 · Economy 200 | Not listed |
Legroom, seat width and recline are for economy seats.
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