Cathay Pacific Airbus A321neo Seat Map: Best & Worst Seats

Cathay Pacific Airbus A321neo cabin layout and seating plan

Cabin layout

12J · 183Y195 seats
Cathay Pacific Airbus A321neo seat map
Cathay PacificCX2026 cabin iteration

Airbus A321neo

Airbus A321-251NX

This version of the Cathay Pacific Airbus A321neo holds 12 business and 183 economy seats. Note: this is a preliminary layout based on the seat map published by Cathay Pacific

Last verified October 14, 2026Verified by Alex Westridge

Manufacturer
Airbus
Body
Narrow body
Haul
Short Haul

Configuration

12J · 183Y
195seats
Business 12
Economy 183
Entertainment
Panasonic Avionics NEXT carries audio and video on demand.

Seat classes

Business
12 seats
Rows11 to 14
Economy
183 seats
Rows39 to 69

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Best seats on the Cathay Pacific Airbus A321neo

Ranked by cabin from the per-seat ratings, window quality, and traveler notes on the Cathay Pacific Airbus A321neo seat map.

On the Cathay Pacific Airbus A321neo, the recommended Economy seats are 44A and 44K for a good window.

Cabin
Position
  • 44A

    Window·Recommended

  • 44K

    Window·Recommended

  • 46A

    Window·Recommended

    Pitch about 32". 2" roomier than the rest of this cabin.

  • 46K

    Window·Recommended

  • 59A

    Window·Recommended

  • 59K

    Window·Recommended

  • 62K

    Window·Recommended

  • 64A

    Window·Recommended

  • 64K

    Window·Recommended

  • 40A

    Window·Recommended

    Pitch about 32". 2" roomier than the rest of this cabin.

  • 42K

    Window·Recommended

    Pitch about 32". 2" roomier than the rest of this cabin.

  • 43A

    Window·Recommended

    Pitch about 32". 2" roomier than the rest of this cabin.

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.

SpecBusinessEconomy
Seats12183

Airbus A321neo 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.

12J · 183Y

Business
12J
Economy
183Y

This version of the Cathay Pacific Airbus A321neo holds 12 business and 183 economy seats. Note: this is a preliminary layout based on the seat map published by Cathay Pacific

12J · 190Y

Business
12J
Economy
190Y

The Cathay Pacific Airbus A321neo holds 12 business and 190 economy seats. The cabins are equipped with LED mood lighting and Airbus XL overhead lockers

FAQ

Cathay Pacific Airbus A321neo seat map questions

How to read the map, what the ratings mean, and what you need to get started.

The map is drawn to scale from real cabin data, including window alignment, galleys, lavatories, and exit rows. Airlines can swap aircraft, so always confirm your seat at check-in.

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