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Japan Airlines Boeing 787-9 Seat Map: Best & Worst Seats

Japan Airlines Boeing 787-9 cabin layout and seating plan

Cabin layout

44J · 35W · 116Y195 seats
Japan Airlines Boeing 787-9 seat map
Japan AirlinesJLInternational | Apex

Boeing 787-9

This version of the Japan Airlines Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner holds 44 business, 35 premium economy and 116 economy seats.

Last verified October 14, 2026Verified by Alex Westridge

Manufacturer
Boeing
Body
Wide body
Haul
Long Haul

Configuration

44J · 35W · 116Y
195seats
Business 44
Premium Economy 35
Economy 116
Wi-Fi
Better
Panasonic eXConnect Ku-band · Satellite wifi
Entertainment
Thales Avant carries audio and video on demand.

Seat classes

Business
44 seats
Rows1 to 10
Width20.5"
Recline180°
In-seat amenities
PowerPowerUniversal AC portsUSBUSBUSB portsScreenScreen23" HD touch screen displayWi-FiWi-FiSatellite wifi

Thirty JAL Sky Suites based on the Collins Aerospace Apex platform in a 2-2-2 layout. Every seat comes with direct aisle access.

Premium Economy
35 seats
Rows17 to 21
Pitch42"
Width18.9"
Recline7"
In-seat amenities
PowerPower110V universal ACUSBUSBUSB-AScreenScreen12.1" HD touchscreen display (front row seats have 8.9" retractable displays)Wi-FiWi-FiSatellite wifiAdjustable headrestAdjustable headrest

35 JAL Sky Premium seats based on the Safran AIRgo FX platform, and in a 2-3-2 layout. Seats are mounted to a fixed shell and recline up to 3" in a forward slide motion. Three-step adjustable footrest and adjustable leg rest and a centre diver for added privacy

Economy
116 seats
Rows45 to 59
Pitch33"
Width18.5"
Recline5"
In-seat amenities
PowerPower110V universal ACScreenScreen10.6" HD touchscreen display (front row seats have 8.9" retractable displays)Wi-FiWi-FiSatellite wifiAdjustable headrestAdjustable headrestAdjustable armrestAdjustable armrest

116 JAL Sky Wider seats based on the Safran Z300 platform and in a 2-4-2 layout.

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Best seats on the Japan Airlines Boeing 787-9

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

The best seat on the Japan Airlines Boeing 787-9 is 01A. In Business, go for 01A or 01K; in Economy, 49A and 49K are recommended for a good window.

Cabin
Position
  • 49A

    Window·Recommended

  • 49K

    Window·Recommended

  • 52A

    Window·Recommended

  • 52K

    Window·Recommended

  • 55A

    Window·Recommended

  • 55K

    Window·Recommended

  • 58A

    Window·Recommended

  • 58K

    Window·Recommended

  • 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.

  • 02K

    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
Seats4435116
PitchNot listed42"33"
WidthExpands to 25.5" in bed mode18.9"18.5"
ReclineConverts into a 74" long flat bedForward articulation5"
PowerUniversal AC ports110V universal AC110V universal AC
Screen23" HD touch screen display12.1" HD touchscreen display (front row seats have 8.9" retractable displays)10.6" HD touchscreen display (front row seats have 8.9" retractable displays)
Wi-FiSatellite wifiSatellite wifiSatellite 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 3 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.

44J · 35W · 116Y

Business
44J
Premium Economy
35W
Economy
116Y

This version of the Japan Airlines Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner holds 44 business, 35 premium economy and 116 economy seats.

52J · 35W · 116Y

Business
52J
Premium Economy
35W
Economy
116Y

This version of the Japan Airlines Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner holds 52 business, 35 premium economy and 116 economy seats.

28J · 21W · 190Y

Business
28J
Premium Economy
21W
Economy
190Y

This version of the Japan Airlines Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner holds 28 business, 21 premium economy and 190 economy seats.

FAQ

Japan Airlines Boeing 787-9 seat map questions

How to read the map, what the ratings mean, and what you need to get started.

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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