Airbus A330
Best Seats on the Qatar Airways Airbus A330-300
The A330-300 is the oldest widebody in Qatar's fleet, operating medium long-haul leisure and African routes from Doha. The business class is the legacy 2-2-2 layout — no lie-flat aisle access. Avoid if a Qsuite alternative exists.
Last updated 2026-05-01
Key facts
- Airline
- Qatar Airways
- Aircraft
- Airbus A330-300
- Family
- Airbus A330
- Business cabins
- Qatar Business Class
- Best seats
- 1A, 1K, 1D, 1G
- Avoid
- Any window seat behind row 1
- Last updated
- 2026-05-01
Qatar Business Class — Business Class
Configuration: 2-2-2 · Fleet-wide
Window seats behind row 1 require climbing over your aisle neighbour to leave — uncomfortable for redeye flights. Bulkhead row 1 is the only row to pre-select.
Best seats: 1A, 1K, 1D, 1G
Avoid: Any window seat behind row 1
Routes this aircraft flies
- Doha to Zanzibar (QR1359/QR1360)
- Doha to Mahe Seychelles
- Doha to Maldives (regional ops)
Frequently asked questions
What are the best seats in Qatar Business Class on the Qatar Airways A330-300?
The best Qatar Business Class seats on the Qatar Airways A330-300 are 1A, 1K, 1D, 1G. The configuration is 2-2-2. Window seats behind row 1 require climbing over your aisle neighbour to leave — uncomfortable for redeye flights. Bulkhead row 1 is the only row to pre-select.
Which seats should I avoid in Qatar Business Class on the Qatar Airways A330-300?
Avoid seats Any window seat behind row 1 in Qatar Business Class on the Qatar Airways A330-300.
What is the business class configuration on the Qatar Airways Airbus A330-300?
The Qatar Airways Airbus A330-300 has a 2-2-2 business class layout in the Qatar Business Class cabin.
What routes does the Qatar Airways Airbus A330-300 fly?
Typical routes include Doha to Zanzibar (QR1359/QR1360); Doha to Mahe Seychelles; Doha to Maldives (regional ops).
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