8F · 42J · 39W · 127Y
- First
- 8F
- Business
- 42J
- Premium Economy
- 39W
- Economy
- 127Y
The British Airways Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner holds 8 first, 42 business, 39 premium economy and 127 economy seats
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British Airways Boeing 787-9 Seat Map: Best & Worst Seats
British Airways Boeing 787-9 cabin layout and seating plan
Cabin layout
8F · 42J · 39W · 127Y216 seats
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Boeing 787-9
The British Airways Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner holds 8 first, 42 business, 39 premium economy and 127 economy seats
Last verified October 14, 2026Verified by Alex Westridge
Manufacturer
Boeing
Body
Wide body
Haul
Long Haul
Configuration
8F · 42J · 39W · 127Y
216seats
First 8
Business 42
Premium Economy 39
Economy 127
Wi-Fi
BestIntelsat 2Ku · 14/18 aircraft equipped
Entertainment
Thales i8000 carries audio and video, from gate to gate.
Seat classes
First Suites
8 seats
Rows1 to 2
Width22"
Recline180°
In-seat amenities
Power110V universal AC (125W)
USBTwo USB-A
ScreenStatic 23" HD touch screen display, delivering content gate to gate
Wi-FiIntelsat 2Ku satellite wifi (installed on 14 out of a total of 18 aircraft)
Adjustable armrestEight suites, which have a personal locker, vanity unit, and mirror. Surrounds are finished in hand double stitched leather with a polished lacquer finished table. The bed is designed so when in bed mode, the seat cushions, padded armrests, and foot stool all align with the surrounding horizontal padded surfaces, adding more space for sleeping.
Club World
42 seats
Rows6 to 13
Width20"
Recline180°
In-seat amenities
Power110V universal AC (125W)USBUSB-AScreenRetractable, double pivoting 15.4" HD touch screen displayWi-FiIntelsat 2Ku satellite wifi (installed on 14 out of a total of 18 aircraft)
Adjustable headrestAdjustable armrestForty-two ergonomically designed seats, which are arranged in pairs, each made up of forward facing aisle and rear facing window/centre seats. Every seat comes with a small drawer to store your personal items. The video display is a double hinged unit allowing direct viewing from a variety of angles. Note, the display must be stowed during take-off and landing. When the seats are converted to flat beds, access/egress to window and centre seats typically involves stepping over your neighbour's feet. The seats located at the rear of cabin avoid this obstacle. There is typically a few inches of "breathing" space around the edges of the foot stool which allow you extend your feet beyond the cushioned surface. Note, on longer flights seat 7K is reserved for crew use.
World Traveller Plus
39 seats
Rows16 to 21
Pitch38"
Width18.7"
Recline10"
In-seat amenities
Power110V universal AC (125W)USBUSB-A socketScreenPivoting 10.6" HD touch screen displayWi-FiIntelsat 2Ku satellite wifi (installed on 14 out of a total of 18 aircraft)Adjustable headrestAdjustable armrestThirty-nine Recaro PL3530 seats in a 2-3-2 layout, each featuring an adjustable headrest, a retractable bi-folding table, and an adjustable foot rest.
World Traveller
127 seats
Rows30 to 44
Pitch31"
Width17.1"
Recline5"
In-seat amenities
Power110V universal AC (shared)USBUSB-AScreenPivoting 8.9" HD touch screen displayWi-FiIntelsat 2Ku satellite wifi (installed on 14 out of a total of 18 aircraft)Adjustable headrestAdjustable armrest127 Recaro CL3620 seats in a 3-3-3 layout, each featuring an adjustable hammock-style headrest and a retractable bi-folding table.
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Seat insights
Best seats on the British Airways Boeing 787-9
Ranked by cabin from the per-seat ratings, window quality, and traveler notes on the British Airways Boeing 787-9 seat map.
The best seat on the British Airways Boeing 787-9 is 01A. In Business, go for 07A or 07K; in Economy, 31A and 31K are recommended for a good window.
Cabin
Position
- 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.
- 31A
Window·Recommended
- 31K
Window·Recommended
- 34A
Window·Recommended
- 34K
Window·Recommended
- 37A
Window·Recommended
- 37K
Window·Recommended
- 40A
Window·Recommended
- 40K
Window·Recommended
- 07A
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.
| Spec | First Suites | Club World | World Traveller Plus | World Traveller |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seats | 8 | 42 | 39 | 127 |
| Pitch | Not listed | Not listed | 38" | 31" |
| Width | Expands to 29" in bed mode | Expands to 22" in bed mode | 18.7" | 17.1" |
| Recline | Converts into a 79" long flat bed | Converts into a 72" long flat bed, or 78" z-bed | 10" | 5" |
| Power | 110V universal AC (125W) | 110V universal AC (125W) | 110V universal AC (125W) | 110V universal AC (shared) |
| Screen | Static 23" HD touch screen display, delivering content gate to gate | Retractable, double pivoting 15.4" HD touch screen display | Pivoting 10.6" HD touch screen display | Pivoting 8.9" HD touch screen display |
| Wi-Fi | Intelsat 2Ku satellite wifi (installed on 14 out of a total of 18 aircraft) | Intelsat 2Ku satellite wifi (installed on 14 out of a total of 18 aircraft) | Intelsat 2Ku satellite wifi (installed on 14 out of a total of 18 aircraft) | Intelsat 2Ku satellite wifi (installed on 14 out of a total of 18 aircraft) |
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
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
Measured across the seat cushion between the inner edges of the armrests.
Seat recline
How far the seat tilts back from upright, measured as the travel at the headrest.
In-seat amenities
Adjustable armrest
Adjustable headrest
Air vent
Seatback screen
Streaming to device
Wi-Fi
Power outlet
USB port
Wireless charging
Bluetooth audio
Privacy door
Cabin features
Galley
Lavatory
Accessible lavatory
Washlet lavatory
Bar or lounge
Bassinet position
Prayer area
Snack station
Service animal seating
Peanut-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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8F · 38J · 39W · 130Y
- First
- 8F
- Business
- 38J
- Premium Economy
- 39W
- Economy
- 130Y
This version of the British Airways Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner holds 8 first, 38 business, 39 premium economy and 130 economy seats
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