South African Airways Airbus A330-300 Seat Map: Best & Worst Seats

South African Airways Airbus A330-300 cabin layout and seating plan

46J · 203Y249 seats
South African Airways Airbus A330-300 seat map
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Airbus A330-300

Airbus A330-343

The South African Airways Airbus A330-300 holds 46 business and 203 economy seats and features Thompson Aero Vantage XL seats in Business Class

Last verified October 14, 2026Verified by Alex Westridge

Manufacturer
Airbus
Body
Wide body
Haul
Long Haul

Configuration

46J · 203Y
249seats
Business 46
Economy 203

Seat classes

Business
46 seats
Rows1 to 12
Economy
203 seats
Rows45 to 71

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Best seats on the South African Airways Airbus A330-300

Ranked by cabin from the per-seat ratings, window quality, and traveler notes on the South African Airways Airbus A330-300 seat map.

The best seat on the South African Airways Airbus A330-300 is 03A. In Business, go for 03A or 03K; in Economy, 64A and 64K are recommended.

Cabin
Position
  • 03A

    Window·Recommended

    Single seat with its own aisle access.

  • 03K

    Window·Recommended

    Single seat with its own aisle access.

  • 04A

    Window·Recommended

    Single seat with its own aisle access.

  • 04K

    Window·Recommended

    Single seat with its own aisle access.

  • 05A

    Window·Recommended

    Single seat with its own aisle access.

  • 05K

    Window·Recommended

    Single seat with its own aisle access.

  • 64A

    Middle·Recommended

  • 64K

    Window·Recommended

  • 68A

    Window·Recommended

  • 68K

    Window·Recommended

  • 01K

    Window·Recommended

    Single seat with its own aisle access.

  • 02A

    Window·Recommended

    Single seat with its own aisle access.

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
Seats46203

Airbus A330-300 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

South African Airways Airbus A330-300 seat map questions

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