South African Airways Airbus A340-300 Seat Map: Best & Worst Seats

South African Airways Airbus A340-300 cabin layout and seating plan

38J · 216Y254 seats
South African Airways Airbus A340-300 seat map
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Airbus A340-300

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The South African Airways Airbus A340-300 holds 38 business and 216 economy seats

Last verified October 14, 2026Verified by Alex Westridge

Manufacturer
Airbus
Body
Wide body
Haul
Long Haul

Configuration

38J · 216Y
254seats
Business 38
Economy 216

Seat classes

Business
38 seats
Rows1 to 16
Economy
216 seats
Rows45 to 76

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Best seats on the South African Airways Airbus A340-300

Ranked by cabin from the per-seat ratings, window quality, and traveler notes on the South African Airways Airbus A340-300 seat map.

The best seat on the South African Airways Airbus A340-300 is 03A. In Business, go for 03A or 03K; in Economy, 69A and 69K are recommended for a good window.

Cabin
Position
  • 03A

    Window·Recommended

  • 03K

    Window·Recommended

  • 69A

    Window·Recommended

  • 69K

    Window·Recommended

  • 71A

    Window·Recommended

    Pitch about 35". 2" roomier than the rest of this cabin.

  • 71K

    Window·Recommended

    Pitch about 35". 2" roomier than the rest of this cabin.

  • 74A

    Window·Recommended

  • 74K

    Window·Recommended

  • 01D

    Aisle·Recommended

    Single seat with its own aisle access.

  • 01G

    Aisle·Recommended

    Extra legroom.

  • 02D

    Aisle·Recommended

    Single seat with its own aisle access.

  • 02G

    Aisle·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
Seats38216

Airbus A340-300 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 A340-300 seat map questions

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