WestJet DHC Dash 8-400 seat map
WestJet DHC Dash 8-400 cabin layout and seating plan
DHC Dash 8-400
The WestJet Encore DHC Dash 8-400 holds 10 business and 68 economy seats
Updated October 14, 2026Verified by Alex Westridge
Configuration
Seat classes
Air vent
Adjustable armrest10 slimline seats in a 2-2 layout, occupying rows 1 to 3.
Air vent68 slimline seats in a 2-2 layout.
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Best seats on the WestJet DHC Dash 8-400
Ranked by cabin from the per-seat ratings, window quality, and traveler notes on the WestJet DHC Dash 8-400 seat map.
The best seat on the WestJet DHC Dash 8-400 is 1A. In Business, go for 1A or 1B; in Economy, 5D and 12A are recommended for a good window.
Seats to avoid on the WestJet DHC Dash 8-400
No seat on this layout is rated avoid.
What the seat colours mean- 05D
Window·Recommended
- 12A
Window·Recommended
- 12D
Window·Recommended
- 13A
Window·Recommended
- 13D
Window·Recommended
- 15A
Window·Recommended
- 20D
Window·Recommended
- 01A
Window·Recommended
Extra legroom.
- 04A
Window·Recommended
Pitch about 32". 3" roomier than the rest of this cabin.
- 04D
Window·Recommended
Pitch about 32". 3" roomier than the rest of this cabin.
- 01B
Window·Recommended
Extra legroom.
- 04B
Aisle·Recommended
Pitch about 32". 3" 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.
| Spec | Premium | Economy |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 10 | 68 |
| Pitch | 31" | Row 4: 31" |
| Width | 17" | 17" |
| Recline | 4" | 4" |
| Screen | No entertainment system fitted. | Not listed |
DHC Dash 8-400 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
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
Measured across the seat cushion between the inner edges of the armrests.
Seat recline
How far the seat tilts back from upright, measured as the travel at the headrest.
In-seat amenities
Adjustable armrest
Adjustable headrest
Air vent
Seatback screen
Streaming to device
Wi-Fi
Power outlet
USB port
Wireless charging
Bluetooth audio
Privacy door
Cabin features
Galley
Lavatory
Accessible lavatory
Washlet lavatory
Bar or lounge
Bassinet position
Prayer area
Snack station
Service animal seating
Peanut-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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Open the live mapWestJet DHC Dash 8-400 seat map questions
Answers drawn from this layout's own seat data.
The best seat on the WestJet DHC Dash 8-400 is 1A. In Business, go for 1A or 1B; in Economy, 5D and 12A are recommended for a good window.
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