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

Air India Boeing 787-9 cabin layout and seating plan

Cabin layout

30J · 21W · 248Y299 seats
Air India Boeing 787-9 seat map
Air IndiaAIFormer Vistara

Boeing 787-9

This version of the Air India Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner was formerly operated by Vistara and holds 30 business, 21 premium economy and 248 economy seats. It features Stelia Symphony seats in the Business Class cabin

Last verified October 14, 2026Verified by Alex Westridge

Manufacturer
Boeing
Body
Wide body
Haul
Long Haul

Configuration

30J · 21W · 248Y
299seats
Business 30
Premium Economy 21
Economy 248
Wi-Fi
Better
Panasonic eXConnect Ku-band · Panasonic Avionics eXConnect Ku-band satellite wifi
Entertainment
Panasonic eX3 carries audio and video, from gate to gate.

Seat classes

Business
30 seats
Rows1 to 8
Pitch44"
Width20"
Recline180°
In-seat amenities
PowerPower110V universal ACUSBUSBTwo USB-AScreenScreen18" HD touchscreen displayWi-FiWi-FiPanasonic Avionics eXConnect Ku-band satellite wifiAir ventAir vent

Thirty Stelia Aerospace Symphony seats in a staggered 1-2-1 layout. Every seat opens straight onto the aisle.

Premium Economy
21 seats
Rows21 to 23
Pitch37"
Width18.7"
Recline8"
In-seat amenities
PowerPower110V universal ACUSBUSBUSB-AScreenScreen13" HD touch screen displayWi-FiWi-FiPanasonic Avionics eXConnect Ku-band satellite wifiAir ventAir ventAdjustable headrestAdjustable headrestAdjustable armrestAdjustable armrest

Twenty-one Recaro PL3530 seats in a 2-3-2 layout. Every seat has an adjustable headrest and pedal style foot rest.

Economy
248 seats
Rows31 to 59
Pitch31"
Width17.1"
Recline5"
In-seat amenities
PowerPower110V universal AC (shared)USBUSBUSB-AScreenScreen12" HD touch screen displayWi-FiWi-FiPanasonic Avionics eXConnect Ku-band satellite wifiAir ventAir ventAdjustable headrestAdjustable headrestAdjustable armrestAdjustable armrest

248 Recaro CL3710 seats in a 3-3-3 layout across two cabins. Every seat has an adjustable headrest, and a bi-fold retractable table.

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Best seats on the Air India Boeing 787-9

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

The best seat on the Air India Boeing 787-9 is 03A. In Premium Economy, go for 22A or 22K; in Economy, 45A and 45K are recommended for a good window.

Cabin
Position
  • 03A

    Window·Recommended

    Single seat with its own aisle access.

  • 03K

    Window·Recommended

    Single seat with its own aisle access.

  • 07A

    Window·Recommended

    Single seat with its own aisle access.

  • 07K

    Window·Recommended

    Single seat with its own aisle access.

  • 45A

    Window·Recommended

  • 45K

    Window·Recommended

  • 49A

    Window·Recommended

  • 49K

    Window·Recommended

  • 53A

    Window·Recommended

  • 53K

    Window·Recommended

  • 58B

    Window·Recommended

    No seat alongside, so there is room to the side.

  • 58J

    Window·Recommended

    No seat alongside, so there is room to the side.

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
Seats3021248
Pitch44"37"31"
Width20"18.7"17.1"
ReclineConverts into a 6'-4" long flat bed8"5"
Power110V universal AC110V universal AC110V universal AC (shared)
Screen18" HD touchscreen display13" HD touch screen display12" HD touch screen display
Wi-FiPanasonic Avionics eXConnect Ku-band satellite wifiPanasonic Avionics eXConnect Ku-band satellite wifiPanasonic Avionics eXConnect Ku-band 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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The 2 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.

30J · 21W · 248Y

Business
30J
Premium Economy
21W
Economy
248Y

This version of the Air India Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner was formerly operated by Vistara and holds 30 business, 21 premium economy and 248 economy seats. It features Stelia Symphony seats in the Business Class cabin

30J · 28W · 238Y

Business
30J
Premium Economy
28W
Economy
238Y
FAQ

Air India Boeing 787-9 seat map questions

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