Is Airbus A330 good for long haul?

Cabin comfort and The A330's modern cabin enables the installation of Airbus-standard wide seats that bring a high level of comfort and relaxation to long-haul flights – even in economy.



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long-range, the Airbus A330-300 is an ideal choice for. airlines looking to maximize their return on investment.

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Versatility. The Airbus A330 is able to fly any route between 20 minutes and 17 hours, without stopping. This makes it one of the most versatile wide body aircraft in the world.

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The Airbus A330-200 is the largest aircraft we offer. It is a modern, efficient and reliable aircraft and can fly for more than 14 hours non-stop, making it ideal for ultra-long-range operations.

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Slim, ergonomic seat design Sliding seat cushions and slim, ergonomic seat designs give you ample space. Enjoy a more comfortable trip on the 46-cm wide seat with an 84-cm space between rows and a backrest that reclines to 118 degrees.

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Like all Airbus jetliners, it uses the revolutionary fly-by-wire digital controls. With an in-service operational efficiency of 99.4%, it's no wonder that airlines trust the quality of the A330-200's design.

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With its seat and range configuration, the A330neo is the ideal widebody for all sectors from 30mins up to 17 hours, offering unique operational versatility for operators.

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Qantas will begin to retire its fleet of Airbus A330 aircraft from July 2027, with the A380 superjumbo following it out the door five years later, as the final piece in its fleet renewal program which will see the jets replaced by fuel-efficient Airbus A350-1000 and a mix of Boeing 787 aircraft models.

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Comfort: The most comfortable seats on the A330 are typically located in the front of the cabin, where there is more legroom and space to stretch out. The seats in the bulkhead rows and emergency exit rows also tend to have more legroom, but they may not recline fully due to safety regulations.

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While the A340 was restricted by its efficiency, the A330 was a jack-of-all-trades for airlines. With a long-range and long fuselage, the aircraft could comfortably seat 300 passengers (in a two or three-class layout). Additionally, airlines could use denser configurations for shorter but busier corridors.

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Dubbed 'Project Fysh', in recognition of airline co-founder Sir Hudson Fysh, Qantas will replace the aging Airbus A330s with a new fleet of Boeing 787 and Airbus A350-1000 jets. The mixed-fleet order includes 24 firm orders – four Boeing 787-9, eight Boeing 787-10 and 12 Airbus A350-1000s.

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So, to sum up, when booking, you'll be more comfortable on: Airbus A320, A330*, A340, A350*, A380, Boeing 767, older 777s†, Bombardier C Series, Embraer E170/175/190/195.

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My conclusion on the A330 is that, it is a very safe airplane but because of its wing design, any turbulence tends to be more pronounced than, for instance, on a Boeing 777.

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Here are my top 15 tips for surviving a long flight:
  1. Upgrade. ...
  2. Choose your seat wisely. ...
  3. Power up. ...
  4. Load up your devices. ...
  5. Pack a pillow (and a blanket) ...
  6. Wear comfortable clothes. ...
  7. Don't forget an eye mask and earplugs. ...
  8. Noise-cancellation headphones and soft music.


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On 29 and 30 October 2016, Emirates retired three aircraft types from its operating fleet, namely the Airbus A330-200, A340-300 and Boeing 777-200ER.

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