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

Air China Boeing 787-9 cabin layout and seating plan

30J · 34W · 229Y293 seats
Air China Boeing 787-9 seat map
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Boeing 787-9

The Air China Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner holds 30 business, 34 premium economy and 229 economy seats and features Collins Aerospace Parallel Diamond seats in Business Class

Last verified October 14, 2026Verified by Alex Westridge

Manufacturer
Boeing
Body
Wide body
Haul
Long Haul

Configuration

30J · 34W · 229Y
293seats
Business 30
Premium Economy 34
Economy 229
Wi-Fi
No Wi-Fi
Entertainment
Panasonic eX3 carries audio and video.

Seat classes

Business
30 seats
Rows11 to 15
Width21"
Recline180°
In-seat amenities
PowerPowerUniversal ACUSBUSBUSB-AScreenScreen16" touch screen displayWi-FiWi-FiNo in-flight wifiAdjustable headrestAdjustable headrestAdjustable armrestAdjustable armrest

Thirty Collins Parallel Diamond seats in a 2-2-2 layout, which convert to a 6'-4" lie-flat bed.

Premium Economy
34 seats
Rows31 to 34
Pitch36"
Width17.1"
Recline5"
In-seat amenities
PowerPowerUniversal AC (shared access)USBUSBUSB-AScreenScreen11" touch screen displayWi-FiWi-FiNo in-flight wifiAdjustable headrestAdjustable headrestAdjustable armrestAdjustable armrest

Thirty-four Safran Z300 seats in a 3-3-3 layout.

Economy
229 seats
Rows35 to 61
Pitch31"
Width17.1"
Recline5"
In-seat amenities
PowerPowerUniversal AC (shared access)USBUSBUSB-AScreenScreen11" touch screen displayWi-FiWi-FiNo in-flight wifiAdjustable headrestAdjustable headrestAdjustable armrestAdjustable armrest

229 Safran Z300 seats in a 3-3-3 layout.

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Best seats on the Air China Boeing 787-9

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

The best seat on the Air China Boeing 787-9 is 11D. In Premium Economy, go for 32A or 32L; in Economy, 48A and 48L are recommended for a good window.

Cabin
Position
  • 32A

    Window·Recommended

  • 32L

    Window·Recommended

  • 48A

    Window·Recommended

  • 48L

    Window·Recommended

  • 55A

    Window·Recommended

  • 55L

    Window·Recommended

  • 11D

    Middle·Recommended

    Single seat with its own aisle access.

  • 11H

    Middle·Recommended

    Single seat with its own aisle access.

  • 12D

    Middle·Recommended

    Single seat with its own aisle access.

  • 12H

    Middle·Recommended

    Single seat with its own aisle access.

  • 13D

    Middle·Recommended

    Single seat with its own aisle access.

  • 13H

    Middle·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.

SpecBusinessPremium EconomyEconomy
Seats3034229
PitchNot listed36"31"
Width21"17.1"17.1"
ReclineConverts into a 6'-4" long flat bed5"5"
PowerUniversal ACUniversal AC (shared access)Universal AC (shared access)
Screen16" touch screen display11" touch screen display11" touch screen display
Wi-FiNo in-flight wifiNo in-flight wifiNo in-flight 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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