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Air India Boeing 787-8 Seat Map (250 seats)

Air India Boeing 787-8 cabin layout and seating plan

Cabin layout

20J · 25W · 205Y250 seats
Air India Boeing 787-8 seat map
Air IndiaAI2026 cabin iteration

Boeing 787-8

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

Last verified October 14, 2026Verified by Alex Westridge

Manufacturer
Boeing
Body
Wide body
Haul
Long Haul

Configuration

20J · 25W · 205Y
250seats
Business 20
Premium Economy 25
Economy 205
Wi-Fi
Not rated
WiFi
Entertainment
Thales Avant carries audio and video on demand.

Seat classes

Business
20 seats
Rows1 to 5
Pitch42"
Width21"
Recline180º
In-seat amenities
PowerPower110V universal ACUSBUSBUSB-A and USB-CScreenScreen17" 4K UHD touch screen displayWireless chargingWireless chargingBluetooth audioBluetooth audioPrivacy doorPrivacy doorAdjustable headrestAdjustable headrestAdjustable armrestAdjustable armrest

Twenty Elevate Ascent seats in a 1-2-1 layout and arranged in a reverse-herringbone pattern. Every seat has a 48" high privacy door. The centre seats are separated by a retractable screen

Premium Economy
25 seats
Rows15 to 18
Pitch38"
Width19.5"
Recline7"
In-seat amenities
USBUSBUSB-A and USB-CScreenScreen13.3" 4K UHD touch screen displayBluetooth audioBluetooth audioAdjustable armrestAdjustable armrest

Twenty-five Recaro PL3530 recliner seats in a 2-3-2 layout, each equipped with an adjustable head rest and adjustable calf rest.

Economy
205 seats
Rows25 to 47
Pitch31" to 32"
Width17.1"
Recline5"
In-seat amenities
USBUSBUSB-A and USB-CScreenScreen11.6" 4K UHD touch screen displayBluetooth audioBluetooth audioAdjustable headrestAdjustable headrestAdjustable armrestAdjustable armrest

205 Recaro CL3710 slimline seats in a 3-3-3 layout.

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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 1A. In Business, go for 1A or 1K; in Economy, 43A and 43K are recommended.

Cabin
Position
  • 1A

    Window·Recommended

    Single seat with its own aisle access.

  • 1K

    Window·Recommended

    Single seat with its own aisle access.

  • 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.

  • 3K

    Window·Recommended

    Single seat with its own aisle access.

  • 4A

    Window·Recommended

    Single seat with its own aisle access.

  • 4K

    Window·Recommended

    Single seat with its own aisle access.

  • 43A

    Window·Recommended

  • 43K

    Window·Recommended

  • 47K

    Window·Recommended

    No seat alongside: room to the side, and the floor space next to you is yours.

  • 1E

    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
Seats2025205
Pitch42"38"31" to 32"
Width21"19.5"17.1"
ReclineConverts into a 79" long flat bed7"5"
Power110V universal ACUSB-A and USB-CUSB-A and USB-C
Screen17" 4K UHD touch screen display13.3" 4K UHD touch screen display11.6" 4K UHD 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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