Air Canada Boeing 787-9 Seat Map: Best & Worst Seats

Air Canada Boeing 787-9 cabin layout and seating plan

30J · 21W · 247Y298 seats
Air Canada Boeing 787-9 seat map
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Boeing 787-9

The Air Canada Boeing 787-9 holds 30 business, 21 premium economy and 247 economy seats and features Collins Aerospace Super Diamond seats in Signature Class.

Last verified October 14, 2026Verified by Alex Westridge

Manufacturer
Boeing
Body
Wide body
Haul
Long Haul

Configuration

30J · 21W · 247Y
298seats
Business 30
Premium Economy 21
Economy 247
Wi-Fi
Best
Intelsat 2Ku
Entertainment
Panasonic eX3 carries audio and video, from gate to gate.

Seat classes

Signature Class
30 seats
Rows1 to 8
Width21"
Recline180°
In-seat amenities
PowerPower110V universal ACUSBUSBUSB-A and USB-CScreenScreen18" HD touch screen displayWi-FiWi-FiIntelsat 2Ku satellite wifiAir ventAir ventAdjustable armrestAdjustable armrest

Thirty Collins Aerospace Super Diamond seats, each with low level storage for small personal items plus Lockable storage for small belongings.

Premium Economy
21 seats
Rows12 to 14
Pitch38"
Width19.5"
Recline7"
In-seat amenities
PowerPower110V universal ACUSBUSBUSB-AScreenScreen11" HD touch screen displayWi-FiWi-FiIntelsat 2Ku satellite wifiAir ventAir ventAdjustable headrestAdjustable headrest

Twenty-one Recaro PL3510 seats in a 2-3-2 layout, each featuring an adjustable headrest, a retractable bi-folding table, and an adjustable leg/foot rest.

Economy
247 seats
Rows18 to 46
Pitch31"
Width17.1"
Recline5"
In-seat amenities
PowerPower110V universal AC (shared)USBUSBUSB-AScreenScreen9" HD touch screen displayWi-FiWi-FiIntelsat 2Ku satellite wifiAir ventAir ventAdjustable headrestAdjustable headrestAdjustable armrestAdjustable armrest

247 Collins Pinnacle seats in a 3-3-3 layout, each featuring an adjustable hammock-style headrest and a retractable bi-folding table.

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Seat insights

Best seats on the Air Canada Boeing 787-9

Ranked by cabin from the per-seat ratings, window quality, and traveler notes on the Air Canada Boeing 787-9 seat map.

The best seat on the Air Canada Boeing 787-9 is 1K. In Business, go for 1K or 8A; in Economy, 33A and 33K are recommended for a good window.

Cabin
Position
  • 1K

    Window·Recommended

    Single seat with its own aisle access.

  • 8A

    Window·Recommended

    Single seat with its own aisle access.

  • 8K

    Window·Recommended

    Single seat with its own aisle access.

  • 33A

    Window·Recommended

  • 33K

    Window·Recommended

  • 37A

    Window·Recommended

  • 37K

    Window·Recommended

  • 41A

    Window·Recommended

  • 41K

    Window·Recommended

  • 2A

    Window·Recommended

    Single seat with its own aisle access.

  • 2K

    Window·Recommended

    Single seat with its own aisle access.

  • 3A

    Window·Recommended

    Single seat with its own aisle access.

Is the better cabin worth it?

Compare the cabins on this aircraft side by side, so you can weigh the jump in pitch, width, and amenities against the fare.

SpecSignature ClassPremium EconomyEconomy
Seats3021247
PitchNot listed38"31"
WidthMeasured between armrests19.5"17.1"
ReclineConverts to a 79" long flat bed7"5"
Power110V universal AC110V universal AC110V universal AC (shared)
Screen18" HD touch screen display11" HD touch screen display9" HD touch screen display
Wi-FiIntelsat 2Ku satellite wifiIntelsat 2Ku satellite wifiIntelsat 2Ku satellite wifi

Boeing 787-9 seat specifications: pitch, width and recline

What every symbol, measurement, and color on the map means, so you can compare seats, cabins, and aircraft with confidence.

Seat measurements

Row pitch

Row pitch

Distance from a point on one seat to the same point on the seat in the row ahead. A useful proxy for legroom.

Seat width

Seat width

Measured across the seat cushion between the inner edges of the armrests.

Seat recline

Seat recline

How far the seat tilts back from upright, measured as the travel at the headrest.

In-seat amenities

  • Adjustable armrestAdjustable armrest
  • Adjustable headrestAdjustable headrest
  • Air ventAir vent
  • Seatback screenSeatback screen
  • Streaming to deviceStreaming to device
  • Wi-FiWi-Fi
  • Power outletPower outlet
  • USB portUSB port
  • Wireless chargingWireless charging
  • Bluetooth audioBluetooth audio
  • Privacy doorPrivacy door

Cabin features

  • GalleyGalley
  • LavatoryLavatory
  • Accessible lavatoryAccessible lavatory
  • Washlet lavatoryWashlet lavatory
  • Bar or loungeBar or lounge
  • Bassinet positionBassinet position
  • Prayer areaPrayer area
  • Snack stationSnack station
  • Service animal seatingService animal seating
  • Peanut-allergy seatingPeanut-allergy seating

Wi-Fi quality

Good

Steady enough for messaging and email.

Better

Comfortable browsing and light streaming.

Best

Fast enough for video calls and streaming.

Seat ratings

Recommended

Above average. A strong pick on this aircraft.

Caution

Some trade-offs worth weighing before you book.

Avoid

Below average, with known drawbacks to avoid.

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FAQ

Air Canada Boeing 787-9 seat map questions

How to read the map, what the ratings mean, and what you need to get started.

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