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British Airways Boeing 787-8 Seat Map: Best & Worst Seats

British Airways Boeing 787-8 cabin layout and seating plan

31J · 37W · 136Y204 seats
British Airways Boeing 787-8 seat map
British AirwaysBAClub Suites

Boeing 787-8

Type 78E carries three classes over five cabins, with Club World Suites in business.

Last verified October 14, 2026Verified by Alex Westridge

Manufacturer
Boeing
Body
Wide body
Haul
Long Haul

Configuration

31J · 37W · 136Y
204seats
Business 31
Premium Economy 37
Economy 136
Entertainment
Panasonic eX3 carries audio and video, from gate to gate.

Seat classes

Club World Suites
31 seats
Rows1 to 9
Pitch48"
Width21"
Recline180°
In-seat amenities
PowerPower110V universal AC (125W)USBUSBType TBCScreenScreenStatic 18.5" HD touch screen displayWi-FiWi-FiStarlink high-speed, low-latency satellite wifi installation is underwayPrivacy doorPrivacy doorAdjustable armrestAdjustable armrest

Thirty-one Collins Aerospace Elevation suites, which have sliding privacy doors.

World Traveller Plus
37 seats
Rows10 to 15
Pitch38"
Width18.7"
Recline8"
In-seat amenities
PowerPower110V universal AC (125W)USBUSBType TBCScreenScreenPivoting 12" HD touch screen displayWi-FiWi-FiStarlink high-speed, low-latency satellite wifi installation is underwayAdjustable headrestAdjustable headrestAdjustable armrestAdjustable armrest

Thirty-seven Recaro PL3510 seats in a 2-3-2 layout. Every seat has an adjustable headrest, a retractable bi-folding table, and a low level water canister holder. Noise cancelling is built into the seat.

World Traveller
136 seats
Rows20 to 41
Pitch31"
Width17.1"
Recline5"
In-seat amenities
PowerPower110V universal AC (125W)USBUSBType TBCScreenScreenPivoting 10" HD touch screen displayWi-FiWi-FiStarlink high-speed, low-latency satellite wifi installation is underwayAdjustable headrestAdjustable headrestAdjustable armrestAdjustable armrest

136 Recaro CL3710 seats in a 3-3-3 layout. Every seat has an adjustable hammock-style headrest and retractable bi-folding table.

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Seat insights

Best seats on the British Airways Boeing 787-8

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

The best seat on the British Airways Boeing 787-8 is 01K. In Business, go for 01K or 02A; in Economy, 35A and 39J are recommended.

Cabin
Position
  • 35A

    Window·Recommended

  • 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.

  • 04A

    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.

  • 08A

    Window·Recommended

    Single seat with its own aisle access.

  • 08K

    Window·Recommended

    Single seat with its own aisle access.

  • 39J

    Aisle·Recommended

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

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.

SpecClub World SuitesWorld Traveller PlusWorld Traveller
Seats3137136
Pitch48"38"Seats 22HJK to 24HJK: 32" Seats 23ABC to 25ABC: 30" Seats 31HJK to 34HJK: 32"
Width21"18.7"17.1"
ReclineConverts into a 79" long flat bed8"5"
Power110V universal AC (125W)110V universal AC (125W)110V universal AC (125W)
ScreenStatic 18.5" HD touch screen displayPivoting 12" HD touch screen displayPivoting 10" HD touch screen display
Wi-FiStarlink high-speed, low-latency satellite wifi installation is underwayStarlink high-speed, low-latency satellite wifi installation is underwayStarlink high-speed, low-latency satellite wifi installation is underway

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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