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Air India Boeing 787-8 Seat Map (259 seats)

Air India Boeing 787-8 cabin layout and seating plan

Cabin layout

18J · 241Y259 seats
Air India Boeing 787-8 seat map
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Boeing 787-8

This version of the Air India Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner holds 18 business and 241 economy seats

Last verified October 14, 2026Verified by Alex Westridge

Manufacturer
Boeing
Body
Wide body
Haul
Long Haul

Configuration

18J · 241Y
259seats
Business 18
Economy 241
Entertainment
Thales i8000 carries audio and video.

Seat classes

Business
18 seats
Rows1 to 3
Pitch76"
Width20"
Recline180°
In-seat amenities
PowerPower110V universal ACUSBUSBUSB-AScreenScreen15.4" touch screen displayAir ventAir ventAdjustable headrestAdjustable headrest

Eighteen Zodiac Aura Lite seats in a 2-2-2 layout. There is a small privacy screen located between neighbouring seats

Economy
241 seats
Rows11 to 40
Pitch32"
Width17.1"
Recline6"
In-seat amenities
PowerPower110V universal AC (shared)USBUSBUSB-AScreenScreen10.6" touch screen displayAir ventAir ventAdjustable headrestAdjustable headrestAdjustable armrestAdjustable armrest

241 Safran Z300 seats in a 3-3-3 layout across three cabins.

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Best seats on the Air India Boeing 787-8

Ranked by cabin from the per-seat ratings, window quality, and traveler notes on the Air India Boeing 787-8 seat map.

The best seat on the Air India Boeing 787-8 is 01D. In Business, go for 01D or 01F; in Economy, 34J is recommended.

Cabin
Position
  • 34J

    Window·Recommended

  • 01D

    Aisle·Recommended

    Single seat with its own aisle access.

  • 01F

    Aisle·Recommended

    Single seat with its own aisle access.

  • 02D

    Aisle·Recommended

    Single seat with its own aisle access.

  • 02F

    Aisle·Recommended

    Single seat with its own aisle access.

  • 03D

    Aisle·Recommended

    Single seat with its own aisle access.

  • 03F

    Aisle·Recommended

    Single seat with its own aisle access.

  • 01A

    Window·Standard

  • 01J

    Window·Standard

  • 02A

    Window·Standard

  • 02J

    Window·Standard

  • 03A

    Window·Standard

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.

SpecBusinessEconomy
Seats18241
Pitch76"32"
Width20"17.1"
ReclineConverts into a 6'-4" flat bed6"
Power110V universal AC110V universal AC (shared)
Screen15.4" touch screen display10.6" touch screen display

Boeing 787-8 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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The 3 cabin layouts on this aircraft

This airline flies the same aircraft in more than one cabin layout. Here is what separates them, so you know which one you are looking at before you pick a seat.

18J · 241Y · Layout 1

Business
18J
Economy
241Y

The Air India Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner holds 18 business and 241 economy seats

18J · 241Y · Layout 2

Business
18J
Economy
241Y

This version of the Air India Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner holds 18 business and 241 economy seats

20J · 25W · 205Y

Business
20J
Premium Economy
25W
Economy
205Y

This version of the Air India Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner holds 20 business, 25 premium economy and 205 economy seats. This is a preliminary seat map

FAQ

Air India Boeing 787-8 seat map questions

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The map is drawn to scale from real cabin data, including window alignment, galleys, lavatories, and exit rows. Airlines can swap aircraft, so always confirm your seat at check-in.

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