China Eastern Boeing 737 MAX 8 Seat Map: Best & Worst Seats

China Eastern Boeing 737 MAX 8 cabin layout and seating plan

8J · 168Y176 seats
China Eastern Boeing 737 MAX 8 seat map
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Boeing 737 MAX 8

The China Eastern Boeing 737-Max 8 holds 8 business and 168 economy seats

Last verified October 14, 2026Verified by Alex Westridge

Manufacturer
Boeing
Body
Narrow body
Haul
Short Haul

Configuration

8J · 168Y
176seats
Business 8
Economy 168

Seat classes

Business
8 seats
Rows6 to 7
In-seat amenities
Air ventAir vent
Economy
168 seats
Rows31 to 58
In-seat amenities
Air ventAir vent

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Best seats on the China Eastern Boeing 737 MAX 8

Ranked by cabin from the per-seat ratings, window quality, and traveler notes on the China Eastern Boeing 737 MAX 8 seat map.

The best seat on the China Eastern Boeing 737 MAX 8 is 06A. In Business, go for 06A or 06L; in Economy, 53A and 53L are recommended for a good window. For extra legroom, 42B, 42C, 42J, 42K are worth choosing early.

Cabin
Position
  • 53A

    Window·Recommended

  • 53L

    Window·Recommended

  • 55A

    Window·Recommended

  • 55L

    Window·Recommended

  • 06A

    Window·Recommended

    Extra legroom.

  • 06L

    Window·Recommended

    Extra legroom.

  • 06C

    Aisle·Recommended

    Extra legroom.

  • 06J

    Aisle·Recommended

    Extra legroom.

  • 42B

    Middle·Recommended

    Extra legroom.

  • 42C

    Aisle·Recommended

    Extra legroom.

  • 42J

    Aisle·Recommended

    Extra legroom.

  • 42K

    Middle·Recommended

    Extra legroom.

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
Seats8168

Boeing 737 MAX 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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FAQ

China Eastern Boeing 737 MAX 8 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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