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El Al Boeing 787-9 Seat Map: Best & Worst Seats

El Al Boeing 787-9 cabin layout and seating plan

Cabin layout

32J · 35W · 204Y271 seats
El Al Boeing 787-9 seat map
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Boeing 787-9

This version of the El Al Israel Airlines Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner holds 32 business, 35 premium economy and 204 economy seats. In Economy Class, seats located in rows 21 to 26, seats 27ABCDFG, 28ABCDFG, row 35, plus 37DFG are marketed as El Al Space seats and offer greater leg room

Last verified October 14, 2026Verified by Alex Westridge

Manufacturer
Boeing
Body
Wide body
Haul
Long Haul

Configuration

32J · 35W · 204Y
271seats
Business 32
Premium Economy 35
Economy 204
Wi-Fi
Best
Viasat Ka-band satellite wifi
Entertainment
Panasonic eX3 carries audio and video, from gate to gate.

Seat classes

Business
32 seats
Rows1 to 8
Pitch42"
Width20.5"
Recline180°
In-seat amenities
PowerPower110V universal ACUSBUSBUSB-AScreenScreen16" HD touch screen displayWi-FiWi-FiViasat Ka-band satellite wifiAir ventAir vent

Thirty-two Recaro CL6710 business class seats in a staggered 1-2-1 layout. Every seat comes with direct access to the aisle and featured a retractable table, and secure stowage for small personal items.

Premium Economy
35 seats
Rows10 to 14
Pitch38"
Width18.7"
Recline8"
In-seat amenities
PowerPower110V universal ACUSBUSBUSB-AScreenScreen13" HD touch screen displayWi-FiWi-FiViasat Ka-band satellite wifiAir ventAir ventAdjustable headrestAdjustable headrest

Thirty-five Recaro CL3710 seats in a 2-3-2 layout featuring an adjustable hammock-style headrest and retractable bi-folding table.

Economy
204 seats
Rows21 to 50
Pitch31"
Width17.1"
Recline5"
In-seat amenities
PowerPower110V universal ACUSBUSBUSB-AScreenScreen12" HD touch screen displayWi-FiWi-FiViasat Ka-band satellite wifiAir ventAir ventAdjustable headrestAdjustable headrest

204 Recaro CL3710 seats in a 3-3-3 layout featuring an adjustable hammock-style headrest and retractable bi-folding table.

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Best seats on the El Al Boeing 787-9

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

The best seat on the El Al Boeing 787-9 is 03A. In Business, go for 03A or 03K; in Economy, 40A and 40K are recommended.

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.

  • 40A

    Middle·Recommended

  • 40K

    Aisle·Recommended

  • 01A

    Window·Recommended

    Single seat with its own aisle access.

  • 02A

    Window·Recommended

    Single seat with its own aisle access.

  • 02K

    Middle·Recommended

    Single seat with its own aisle access.

  • 04A

    Window·Recommended

    Single seat with its own aisle access.

  • 04K

    Window·Recommended

    Single seat with its own aisle access.

  • 05A

    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
Seats3235204
Pitch42"38"El Al Space seats: 34"
Width20.5"18.7"17.1"
ReclineConverts into a 78" long flat bed8"5"
Power110V universal AC110V universal AC110V universal AC
Screen16" HD touch screen display13" HD touch screen display12" HD touch screen display
Wi-FiViasat Ka-band satellite wifiViasat Ka-band satellite wifiViasat 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 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.

32J · 35W · 204Y

Business
32J
Premium Economy
35W
Economy
204Y

This version of the El Al Israel Airlines Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner holds 32 business, 35 premium economy and 204 economy seats. In Economy Class, seats located in rows 21 to 26, seats 27ABCDFG, 28ABCDFG, row 35, plus 37DFG are marketed as El Al Space seats and offer greater leg room

30J · 34W · 229Y

Business
30J
Premium Economy
34W
Economy
229Y

This version of the El Al Israel Airlines Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner holds 30 business, 34 premium economy and 229 economy seats. This aircraft is fitted with its original Air China interiors with seats in the former Premium Economy cabin (rows 31 to 34) being sold as Economy

FAQ

El Al Boeing 787-9 seat map questions

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The map is drawn to scale from real cabin data, including window alignment, galleys, lavatories, and exit rows. Airlines can swap aircraft, so always confirm your seat at check-in.

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