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

Air New Zealand Boeing 787-9 cabin layout and seating plan

Cabin layout

18J · 21W · 263Y302 seats
Air New Zealand Boeing 787-9 seat map
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Boeing 787-9

This version of the Air New Zealand Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner holds 18 business, 21 premium economy and 263 economy seats. In Economy, forty-two seats marketed as Sky Couch are equipped to convert to beds. These seats are indicated with lime accents

Last verified October 14, 2026Verified by Alex Westridge

Manufacturer
Boeing
Body
Wide body
Haul
Long Haul

Configuration

18J · 21W · 263Y
302seats
Business 18
Premium Economy 21
Economy 263
Wi-Fi
Best
Inmarsat GX Aviation · Ka-band satellite wifi
Entertainment
Panasonic eX3 carries audio and video.

Seat classes

Business
18 seats
Rows1 to 6
Width20"
Recline42°
In-seat amenities
PowerPower110V universal ACUSBUSBUSB-AScreenScreen11" HD touch screen displayWi-FiWi-FiInmarsat GX Ka-band satellite wifi

Eighteen Zodiac UCS3 recliner seats in a herringbone layout and equipped with a fold down shelf for drinks and small open compartment for stowage of personal items (phone, spectacles etc).

Premium Economy
21 seats
Rows23 to 25
Pitch41"
Width19.3"
Recline8.7"
In-seat amenities
PowerPower110V universal ACUSBUSBUSB-AScreenScreen11" HD touch screen displayWi-FiWi-FiInmarsat GX Ka-band satellite wifiAdjustable armrestAdjustable armrest

Twenty-one recliner seats in a 2-3-2 layout equipped with an a djustable leg rest and foot rest.

Economy
263 seats
Rows34 to 65
Pitch32"
Width17.1"
Recline4.7"
In-seat amenities
PowerPower110V universal ACUSBUSBUSB-AScreenScreen9" HD touch screen displayWi-FiWi-FiInmarsat GX Ka-band satellite wifiAdjustable headrestAdjustable headrestAdjustable armrestAdjustable armrest

263 seats in a 3-3-3 layout.

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Seat insights

Best seats on the Air New Zealand Boeing 787-9

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

The best seat on the Air New Zealand Boeing 787-9 is 01J. In Business, go for 01J or 02J; in Economy, 52A and 52K are recommended for a good window.

Cabin
Position
  • 52A

    Window·Recommended

  • 52K

    Window·Recommended

  • 59A

    Window·Recommended

  • 59K

    Window·Recommended

  • 01J

    Middle·Recommended

    Single seat with its own aisle access.

  • 02J

    Middle·Recommended

    Single seat with its own aisle access.

  • 03J

    Middle·Recommended

    Single seat with its own aisle access.

  • 04J

    Middle·Recommended

    Single seat with its own aisle access.

  • 05J

    Middle·Recommended

    Single seat with its own aisle access.

  • 06J

    Middle·Recommended

    Single seat with its own aisle access.

  • 25A

    Window·Standard

  • 25K

    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.

SpecBusinessPremium EconomyEconomy
Seats1821263
PitchNot listed41"32"
Width20"19.3"17.1"
ReclineSeat manually converts into 6'-7" long flat bed8.7"4.7"
Power110V universal AC110V universal AC110V universal AC
Screen11" HD touch screen display11" HD touch screen display9" HD touch screen display
Wi-FiInmarsat GX Ka-band satellite wifiInmarsat GX Ka-band satellite wifiInmarsat GX Ka-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 4 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 · 21W · 263Y

Business
18J
Premium Economy
21W
Economy
263Y

This version of the Air New Zealand Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner holds 18 business, 21 premium economy and 263 economy seats. In Economy, forty-two seats marketed as Sky Couch are equipped to convert to beds. These seats are indicated with lime accents

27J · 33W · 215Y

Business
27J
Premium Economy
33W
Economy
215Y

This version of the Air New Zealand Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner holds 27 business, 33 premium economy and 215 economy seats. In Economy, thirty-nine seats marketed as Sky Couch are equipped to convert to beds. These seats are indicated with lime accents

26J · 33W · 213Y

Business
26J
Premium Economy
33W
Economy
213Y

This version of the Air New Zealand Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner holds 26 business, 33 premium economy and 213 economy seats. In Economy, thirteen seats trios are marketed as Sky Couch are equipped to convert to beds. These seats are indicated with lime accents

42J · 52W · 120Y

Business
42J
Premium Economy
52W
Economy
120Y
FAQ

Air New Zealand Boeing 787-9 seat map questions

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