30J · 176Y
- Business
- 30J
- Economy
- 176Y
This version of the Japan Airlines Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner holds 30 business and 176 economy seats.
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Cabin layout
30J · 176Y206 seats
Japan AirlinesJLInternational | Shell Flat Neo
Boeing 787-8
This version of the Japan Airlines Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner holds 30 business and 176 economy seats.
Last verified October 14, 2026Verified by Alex Westridge
Manufacturer
Boeing
Body
Wide body
Haul
Long Haul
Configuration
30J · 176Y
206seats
Business 30
Economy 176
Wi-Fi
BetterPanasonic eXConnect Ku-band · Satellite wifi
Entertainment
Thales i8000 carries audio and video on demand.
Seat classes
Business
30 seats
Rows1 to 8
Pitch60"
Width19.2"
Recline171°
In-seat amenities
Power110V universal AC
USBUSB-A
Screen15.4" HD touchscreen display (front row seats have 10.4" retractable displays)
Wi-FiSatellite wifi
Adjustable armrestThirty JAL Shell Flat Neo seats in a 2-2-2 layout, equipped with a wrap-around shell, with stowage for small laptop, documents, or books. Front row seats have less stowage space
Economy
176 seats
Rows18 to 55
Pitch31"
Width18"
Recline5"
In-seat amenities
Power110V universal ACUSBUSB-AScreen10.6" HD touchscreen display (front row seats have 8.9" retractable displays)Wi-FiSatellite wifi
Adjustable headrestAdjustable armrest176 Recaro CL3510 seats in a 2-4-2 layout and equipped with an adjustable hammock style headrest and bottle holder.
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Seat insights
Best seats on the Japan Airlines Boeing 787-8
Ranked by cabin from the per-seat ratings, window quality, and traveler notes on the Japan Airlines Boeing 787-8 seat map.
The best seat on the Japan Airlines Boeing 787-8 is 02A. In Business, go for 02A or 02K; in Economy, 46A and 46K are recommended for a good window.
Cabin
Position
- 02A
Window·Recommended
- 02K
Window·Recommended
- 46A
Window·Recommended
- 46K
Window·Recommended
- 55A
Window·Recommended
- 55K
Window·Recommended
- 01A
Window·Recommended
Extra legroom.
- 01K
Window·Recommended
Extra legroom.
- 01C
Aisle·Recommended
Extra legroom.
- 01D
Aisle·Recommended
Extra legroom.
- 01G
Aisle·Recommended
Extra legroom.
- 01H
Aisle·Recommended
Extra legroom.
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 | Business | Economy |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 30 | 176 |
| Pitch | 60" | 31" |
| Width | 19.2" | 18" |
| Recline | 171° | 5" |
| Power | 110V universal AC | 110V universal AC |
| Screen | 15.4" HD touchscreen display (front row seats have 10.4" retractable displays) | 10.6" HD touchscreen display (front row seats have 8.9" retractable displays) |
| Wi-Fi | Satellite wifi | Satellite wifi |
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
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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- Business
- 30J
- Economy
- 156Y
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- First
- 6F
- Business
- 58J
- Economy
- 227Y
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