Rex Airlines Saab 340
Rex Airlines Saab 340 · 34 seats · Economy
Rex Airlines Saab 340B
The Saab 340B is Rex's sole aircraft type and one of the most common regional aircraft in Australia. It carries 34 passengers in a 1-2 layout: a single seat on the left (column A) and a pair on the right (columns B and C). The aircraft is a Swedish-built twin-turboprop designed specifically for regional operations -- short runways, short sectors (typically under 90 minutes), and efficient performance in hot Australian conditions. Rex operates over 45 destinations across NSW, Victoria, South Australia, Queensland, and Western Australia with this single type.
Best Seats on the Rex Airlines 340
Seat A (single column, left side) in rows 1-3 is the best seat on any Rex flight -- you get a window, no seatmate, and you're ahead of the propellers in the quietest part of the cabin. On the right side, window seats (column C) are preferable to aisle seats (column B). Front rows (1-4) are worth targeting specifically for noise reduction: the propellers are mounted at approximately rows 5-8, and the noise difference between row 2 and row 7 is significant.
Seats to Avoid
Rows 5-8 are directly alongside the propellers and are the noisiest positions on the aircraft. The vibration at these rows is also at its strongest, particularly during takeoff and in turbulence. Rear rows (10-12) are quieter than the propeller zone but further from the exit. On a 34-seat aircraft, deplaning is fast from any position, so noise avoidance is more important than exit proximity. If noise bothers you, avoid the propeller zone and sit forward.
Cabin Specifications
This Rex Airlines Saab 340 features 34 seats in a Economy configuration. Our analysis has identified 5 seats rated as "Best" or "Good" for comfort and convenience.