Jetstar Airbus A320-200
Jetstar A320 · 180 seats · Economy
Jetstar Airbus A320
Jetstar's A320 is the definition of no-frills: 180 all-economy seats in a 3-3 layout at 29 inches of pitch and 18-inch width. The seats don't recline. There's no seatback entertainment, no power outlets, and no WiFi. You bring your own everything. It flies every major domestic route plus short-haul to New Zealand. The 29-inch pitch is tighter than Qantas economy (30 inches) and Virgin economy (31 inches). For anyone 5'10" or taller, flights over 2 hours get uncomfortable. That's the honest assessment.
Best Seats on the Jetstar A320-200
All seats are essentially identical at 29 inches -- there's no premium economy or extra legroom product on the A320. Exit row seats cost about A$25 extra but don't actually offer more pitch than standard seats on Jetstar (the regulatory requirement is met through other means). Rows 1-3 are worth selecting because you board first and deplane first, and on a budget carrier, that's the most valuable 'upgrade' available. Window and aisle beat middle on any flight over an hour.
Seats to Avoid
Rows 28-36 add engine noise and slow deplaning to the already-tight 29-inch experience. The back of the cabin on a full Jetstar A320 is loud and congested. Middle seats (C and D) on a non-reclining 29-inch pitch seat are the least comfortable option in Australian domestic aviation. On routes over 2 hours, seriously consider whether the fare saving is worth it versus a slightly more expensive Qantas or Virgin ticket with more space.
Cabin Specifications
This Jetstar Airbus A320-200 features 180 seats in a Economy configuration. Our analysis has identified 26 seats rated as "Best" or "Good" for comfort and convenience.