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Air India Boeing 787-9 Seat Map (296 seats)

Air India Boeing 787-9 cabin layout and seating plan

Cabin layout

30J · 28W · 238Y296 seats
Air India Boeing 787-9 seat map
Air IndiaAI2026 cabin iteration

Boeing 787-9

Last verified October 14, 2026Verified by Alex Westridge

Manufacturer
Boeing
Body
Wide body
Haul
Long Haul

Configuration

30J · 28W · 238Y
296seats
Business 30
Premium Economy 28
Economy 238
Wi-Fi
Not rated
Satellite wifi
Entertainment
Thales AVANT carries audio and video on demand.

Seat classes

Business
30 seats
Rows1 to 8
Pitch42"
Width21"
Recline180°
In-seat amenities
PowerPowerTBCUSBUSBUSB-A and USB-CScreenScreen17" 4K UHD touch screenWi-FiWi-FiSatellite wifiWireless chargingWireless chargingBluetooth audioBluetooth audioPrivacy doorPrivacy doorAdjustable headrestAdjustable headrestAdjustable armrestAdjustable armrest

Thirty 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
28 seats
Rows15 to 18
Pitch38"
Width19.5"
Recline7"
In-seat amenities
PowerPowerTBCUSBUSBUSB-A and USB-CScreenScreen13.3" 4K UHD touch screenWi-FiWi-FiSatellite wifiBluetooth audioBluetooth audioAdjustable headrestAdjustable headrestAdjustable armrestAdjustable armrest

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

Economy
238 seats
Rows25 to 52
Pitch31" to 32"
Width17"
Recline5"
In-seat amenities
USBUSBUSB-A and USB-CScreenScreen11.6" 4K UHD touch screen displayWi-FiWi-FiSatellite wifiBluetooth audioBluetooth audioAdjustable headrestAdjustable headrestAdjustable armrestAdjustable armrest

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

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Seat insights

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 04A. In Business, go for 04A or 04K; in Economy, 44A and 44K are recommended for a good window.

Cabin
Position
  • 04A

    Window·Recommended

    Single seat with its own aisle access.

  • 04K

    Window·Recommended

    Single seat with its own aisle access.

  • 44A

    Window·Recommended

  • 44K

    Window·Recommended

  • 48A

    Window·Recommended

  • 48K

    Window·Recommended

  • 01A

    Window·Recommended

    Single seat with its own aisle access.

  • 01K

    Window·Recommended

    Single seat with its own aisle access.

  • 02A

    Window·Recommended

    Single seat with its own aisle access.

  • 02K

    Window·Recommended

    Single seat with its own aisle access.

  • 03A

    Window·Recommended

    Single seat with its own aisle access.

  • 03K

    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.

SpecBusinessPremium EconomyEconomy
Seats3028238
Pitch42"38"31" to 32"
Width21"19.5"17"
ReclineConverts into a 79" long flat bed7"5"
PowerTBCTBCUSB-A and USB-C
Screen17" 4K UHD touch screen13.3" 4K UHD touch screen11.6" 4K UHD touch screen display
Wi-FiSatellite wifiSatellite wifiSatellite 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

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