Airbus A380
Best Seats on the Qatar Airways Airbus A380-800
Qatar has reluctantly continued operating its A380 fleet despite plans to retire it. Operates from Doha to London, Paris, Sydney and Perth. Features the older Qatar Business Class — no Qsuite on the A380.
Last updated 2026-05-01
Key facts
- Airline
- Qatar Airways
- Aircraft
- Airbus A380-800
- Family
- Airbus A380
- Business cabins
- Qatar Business Class
- First class
- Qatar First Class
- Best seats
- 11A, 11K, 12A, 12K, 1A, 1K
- Avoid
- 14E, 14F
- Last updated
- 2026-05-01
Qatar Business Class — Business Class
Configuration: 1-2-1 · Fleet-wide
A380 business is on the upper deck. The onboard lounge between business and first is one of the best in the sky.
Best seats: 11A, 11K, 12A, 12K
Avoid: 14E, 14F
Qatar First Class — First Class
Configuration: 1-2-1
Only on the A380. Open suite design with a separate first class lounge upstairs.
Best seats: 1A, 1K
Avoid: No notable bad seats in this cabin.
Routes this aircraft flies
- Doha to London Heathrow (QR3/QR4)
- Doha to Paris CDG (QR41/QR42)
- Doha to Sydney (QR908/QR909)
Frequently asked questions
What are the best seats in Qatar Business Class on the Qatar Airways A380?
The best Qatar Business Class seats on the Qatar Airways A380 are 11A, 11K, 12A, 12K. The configuration is 1-2-1. A380 business is on the upper deck. The onboard lounge between business and first is one of the best in the sky.
Which seats should I avoid in Qatar Business Class on the Qatar Airways A380?
Avoid seats 14E, 14F in Qatar Business Class on the Qatar Airways A380.
What are the best seats in Qatar First Class on the Qatar Airways A380?
The best Qatar First Class seats on the Qatar Airways A380 are 1A, 1K. The configuration is 1-2-1. Only on the A380. Open suite design with a separate first class lounge upstairs.
What is the business class configuration on the Qatar Airways Airbus A380-800?
The Qatar Airways Airbus A380-800 has a 1-2-1 business class layout in the Qatar Business Class cabin.
What routes does the Qatar Airways Airbus A380-800 fly?
Typical routes include Doha to London Heathrow (QR3/QR4); Doha to Paris CDG (QR41/QR42); Doha to Sydney (QR908/QR909).
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