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TAROM Business Class on the A318
From $850 · save 50% · recliner with extra legroom (737/a318).
Quick answers
At a glance
Does TAROM fly the A318?
Yes — the Airbus A318 is part of TAROM's fleet. Business Class on this aircraft delivers recliner with extra legroom (737/a318), with seat width 18 inches and length 38 inches pitch.
What is TAROM business class like on the A318?
Business Class: Recliner with extra legroom (737/A318). Smallest A320-family variant. Most operators have retired the A318 — British Airways notably operated all-Business class A318 on London City to JFK before retiring the route. Limited current operations.
How much can I save flying TAROM on the A318?
Consolidator fares from $850 — about 50% below published retail. You earn full Flying Blue (Air France-KLM partner) miles.
At a glance
TAROM A318 — quick reference
| Aircraft | Airbus Airbus A318 |
|---|---|
| Body type | Single-aisle narrowbody |
| Cabin product | Business Class — recliner with extra legroom (737/a318) |
| Seat dimensions | Width 18 inches · length 38 inches pitch |
| Consolidator fare from | $850 (about 50% below published) |
| Loyalty program | Flying Blue (Air France-KLM partner) |
| Last verified | 2026-05-03 |
Cabin product
TAROM business class on the A318
TAROM is Romania's flag carrier and a SkyTeam member providing connections from Bucharest to European capitals. Their narrow-body Business class is a premium recliner rather than lie-flat, best suited for short-haul European routes.
About the A318: Smallest A320-family variant. Most operators have retired the A318 — British Airways notably operated all-Business class A318 on London City to JFK before retiring the route. Limited current operations.
A318 strengths
Why the A318 works for premium cabin
- Historically distinctive: BA all-Business class LCY-JFK service (retired 2020)
Caveats
Things to verify before booking A318
- Aircraft type largely retired from commercial service
- Limited current operations — verify route schedule
- Older airframe with limited remaining service life
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Booking strategy
How to book TAROM on the A318
Verify the actual aircraft on your flight
Aircraft type is shown on your booking confirmation but operational substitutions happen — older or newer metal sometimes replaces the scheduled aircraft. Confirm the assigned aircraft 24-48 hours before departure via the airline app or operational status page; if the substitution downgrades cabin product, we can request reseat or recompensation.
Pick the right route for this aircraft
A318 routes are typically shorter-haul or regional. Premium-cabin product on this aircraft tends to be a recliner or narrow-body lie-flat rather than the flagship suite — verify the seat-map before booking.
Time-of-day matters
On overnight long-haul flights, the A318 cabin product directly affects sleep quality. Plan for shorter rest opportunities and consider a connecting itinerary on a widebody if sleep is critical. Departure-time selection (avoiding 4-6am arrivals) compounds the cabin investment.
Loyalty earning
All consolidator fares are regular TAROM tickets booked under your name — you earn full Flying Blue (Air France-KLM partner) miles, status credits, and elite-tier benefits. Business class typically earns 100-125% of distance flown.
Standard airline page
Or browse the standard TAROM page
For the full airline guide — cabin details across all fleet types, top routes, lounges, and ratings sources — see the standard TAROM page. The pricing and consolidator inventory is the same; this page focuses on the A318-specific cabin context.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about TAROM business class on the A318.
Does TAROM fly the A318?
What is TAROM business class like on the A318?
How much can I save flying TAROM on the A318?
Is the A318 better than other TAROM aircraft?
Can I select a specific seat on the A318?
Will the A318 be the actual aircraft on my flight?
Fly TAROM on the A318
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