Is Boeing 737-800 comfortable?

Designed around your needs. Your Economy Class seat on board the 737-800 NG is designed for your comfort throughout the flight, with ample legroom and adjustable headrests.



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The Boeing 737-800—the type of aircraft involved in Monday's loss of a China Eastern Airlines jet in southern China—has a global reputation as an airline workhorse and comes with a good safety record.

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JetBlue scores at the top for the best airlines with comfortable economy seats. Passengers will enjoy an above-average seat pitch of 32-34” and a seat size of 17.8 – 18.4”. Not to mention, JetBlue is one of only two domestic airlines in the U.S. that offers free WiFi to passengers.

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The A350 offers the ultimate passenger experience even on the longest of flights. Its innovative design delivers a true feeling of spaciousness, with wide seats, high ceilings and alluring ambient lighting.

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Airbus A220 — the most comfortable economy The Airbus A220 is a unique plane, and is arguably the most comfortable narrow body jet out there. The plane is gorgeous on the outside, from the curves, to the cockpit windows, to the winglets. Even inside, the plane is exceptionally comfortable.

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The Boeing 737-800 is one of the most popular and recognizable narrowbody aircraft in the world. First flown on July 31, 1997, the aircraft has become a prolific player in the fleets of the 5 largest US airlines and the backbone of low cost fleets in Europe and beyond.

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Boeing 737-800
  • Manufacturer: Boeing.
  • Role: Narrow-body jet airliner.
  • First flight: July 31, 1997.
  • Primary airlines: American Airlines, Ryanair, Southwest Airlines, United Airlines.
  • Passenger seating: 178-189.
  • Models: 737-800BCF, 737-900.


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The best seats in Economy Class On shorter flights in Economy, I'll typically choose a window seat (for the views) and pay extra to sit in the front of the cabin or at the bulkhead for more legroom. On long-haul flights, I'll consider an aisle seat located about 4-5 rows from the back.

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The Boeing 737-800 is a stretched version of the 737-700. It replaced the 737-400 and competes primarily with the Airbus A320. The 737-800 seats 162 passengers in a two-class layout or 189 passengers in a one-class layout. The 737-800 was launched on September 5, 1994.

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Boeing, Ryanair Celebrate Milestone 375th Next-Generation 737-800 Delivery. Irish low-cost carrier is the largest 737-800 customer in the world.

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Comparing the 737 MAX 8 directly to the 737-800 on numbers alone, it quickly becomes evident that the newer MAX series has a longer range and the ability to carry an extra 18 fare-paying customers in a two-class setup. The MAX 200's high-density layout also allows it to hold more passengers than one-class 737-800s.

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Exit rows, aisle or window seats, and anywhere close to the front are typically considered the best seats on a plane. On a short business trip, you might want an aisle seat near the front of the plane so you can debark as quickly as possible on arrival.

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10 ways to make Economy feel like First Class
  1. Start with the airline. ...
  2. Take a good travel pillow. ...
  3. Elevate your legs. ...
  4. Move seats. ...
  5. Go DIY gourmet with duty-free treats. ...
  6. Invest in good headphones or earplugs. ...
  7. Choose your seats wisely before you board. ...
  8. Bring a good sleeping mask.


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Sitting in a seat directly over the wings (typically an economy seat found in rows 10 to 30) can reduce the sensation of turbulence, as the wings help keep the aircraft balanced and smooth.

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