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Jetstar Boeing 787-8 Seat Map: Best & Worst Seats

Jetstar Boeing 787-8 cabin layout and seating plan

Cabin layout

44J · 281Y325 seats
Jetstar Boeing 787-8 seat map
JetstarJQ2026 iteration

Boeing 787-8

This version of the Jetstar Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner holds 44 business and 281 economy seats

Last verified October 14, 2026Verified by Alex Westridge

Manufacturer
Boeing
Body
Wide body
Haul
Long Haul

Configuration

44J · 281Y
325seats
Business 44
Economy 281
Wi-Fi
Best
Viasat Ka-band
Entertainment
The entertainment system carries audio and video to your own phone or tablet.

Seat classes

Business
44 seats
Rows1 to 7
Pitch38"
Width19"
Recline7"
In-seat amenities
USBUSBUSB-CAir ventAir ventAdjustable headrestAdjustable headrestAdjustable armrestAdjustable armrest

Forty-four Recaro R4 seats in a 2-3-2 layout. Every seat has a calf and foot rest, a bi-fold table, and a seat back device holder.

Economy
281 seats
Rows23 to 55
Pitch30"
Width17"
Recline5"
In-seat amenities
USBUSBDual USB-C (60W)Air ventAir ventAdjustable headrestAdjustable headrestAdjustable armrestAdjustable armrest

281 Recaro R3 seats in a 3-3-3 layout> each seat is equipped with a hammock-style adjustable headrest. Bi-fold table, and seat back device holder

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Seat insights

Best seats on the Jetstar Boeing 787-8

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

The best seat on the Jetstar Boeing 787-8 is 01A. In Business, go for 01A or 01C; in Economy, 24A and 24J are recommended.

Cabin
Position
  • 01A

    Window·Recommended

    Extra legroom.

  • 01C

    Aisle·Recommended

    Extra legroom.

  • 01D

    Aisle·Recommended

    Extra legroom.

  • 01E

    Middle·Recommended

    Extra legroom.

  • 01F

    Aisle·Recommended

    Extra legroom.

  • 01G

    Aisle·Recommended

    Extra legroom.

  • 01J

    Window·Recommended

    Extra legroom.

  • 03A

    Window·Recommended

  • 03J

    Window·Recommended

  • 24A

    Middle·Recommended

  • 24J

    Middle·Recommended

  • 45A

    Window·Recommended

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.

SpecBusinessEconomy
Seats44281
Pitch38"30"
Width19"17"
Recline7"5"
PowerUSB-CDual USB-C (60W)

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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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.

44J · 281Y

Business
44J
Economy
281Y

This version of the Jetstar Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner holds 44 business and 281 economy seats

21J · 314Y

Business
21J
Economy
314Y

The Jetstar Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner holds 21 business and 314 economy seats

FAQ

Jetstar Boeing 787-8 seat map questions

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