Korean Air Boeing 737 MAX 8 Seat Map: Best & Worst Seats

Korean Air Boeing 737 MAX 8 cabin layout and seating plan

8J · 150Y158 seats
Korean Air Boeing 737 MAX 8 seat map
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Boeing 737 MAX 8

This version of the Korean Air Boeing 737-Max 8 holds 8 business and 150 economy seats

Last verified October 14, 2026Verified by Alex Westridge

Manufacturer
Boeing
Body
Narrow body
Haul
Short Haul

Configuration

8J · 150Y
158seats
Business 8
Economy 150
Wi-Fi
Not rated
In-flight wifi service
Entertainment
Audio and video streamed to your own phone or tablet. There are no seatback screens.

Seat classes

Prestige Suites
8 seats
Rows7 to 8
Pitch52"
Width21"
Recline132˚
In-seat amenities
PowerPower110V universal ACUSBUSBUSB-AWi-FiWi-FiIn-flight wifi serviceAir ventAir ventAdjustable headrestAdjustable headrestAdjustable armrestAdjustable armrest

Eight Collins Aerospace MiQ recliner seats in a 2-2 layout. Every seat comes with a flip down cradle for holding personal tablet devices.

Economy
150 seats
Rows28 to 52
Pitch32"
Width17.8"
Recline118˚
In-seat amenities
PowerPower110V universal ACUSBUSBUSB-AWi-FiWi-FiIn-flight wifi serviceAir ventAir ventAdjustable headrestAdjustable headrestAdjustable armrestAdjustable armrest

150 Collins Aerospace Meridian seats in a 3-3 layout. Every seat comes with a flip down cradle for holding personal tablet devices.

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Seat insights

Best seats on the Korean Air Boeing 737 MAX 8

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

The best seat on the Korean Air Boeing 737 MAX 8 is 07A. In Business, go for 07A or 07E; in Economy, 32F and 37B are recommended.

Cabin
Position
  • 07A

    Window·Recommended

    Extra legroom.

  • 07E

    Window·Recommended

    Extra legroom.

  • 32F

    Window·Recommended

  • 08A

    Window·Recommended

    Clear floor ahead, so you can leave without climbing past anyone.

  • 08E

    Window·Recommended

    Clear floor ahead, so you can leave without climbing past anyone.

  • 07B

    Aisle·Recommended

    Extra legroom.

  • 07D

    Aisle·Recommended

    Extra legroom.

  • 37B

    Middle·Recommended

    Pitch about 37". 6" roomier than the rest of this cabin.

  • 37C

    Aisle·Recommended

    Pitch about 37". 6" roomier than the rest of this cabin.

  • 37D

    Aisle·Recommended

    Pitch about 37". 6" roomier than the rest of this cabin.

  • 37E

    Middle·Recommended

    Pitch about 37". 6" roomier than the rest of this cabin.

  • 43A

    Window·Standard

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.

SpecPrestige SuitesEconomy
Seats8150
Pitch52"32"
Width21"17.8"
Recline132˚118˚
Power110V universal AC110V universal AC
ScreenAudio and video streamed to your own phone or tablet. There are no seatback screens.Audio and video streamed to your own phone or tablet. There are no seatback screens.
Wi-FiIn-flight wifi serviceIn-flight wifi service

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

Korean Air Boeing 737 MAX 8 seat map questions

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