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Kenya Airways Boeing 787-8 Seat Map: Best & Worst Seats

Kenya Airways Boeing 787-8 cabin layout and seating plan

30J · 204Y234 seats
Kenya Airways Boeing 787-8 seat map
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Boeing 787-8

The Kenya Airways Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner holds 30 business and 204 economy seats

Last verified October 14, 2026Verified by Alex Westridge

Manufacturer
Boeing
Body
Wide body
Haul
Long Haul

Configuration

30J · 204Y
234seats
Business 30
Economy 204
Entertainment
Panasonic eX2 carries audio and video on demand.

Seat classes

Premier World
30 seats
Rows1 to 5
Pitch75"
Width22"
Recline180º
In-seat amenities
PowerPower110V universal ACUSBUSBUSB-AScreenScreen15.4" HD touch screen displayAdjustable headrestAdjustable headrest

Thirty Safran Aura Lite seats in a 2-2-2 layout.

Economy
204 seats
Rows11 to 36
Pitch32"
Width17"
Recline5"
In-seat amenities
USBUSBUSB-AScreenScreen10.6" HD touch screen displayAdjustable headrestAdjustable headrestAdjustable armrestAdjustable armrest

204 Weber 5751 seats in a 3-3 layout.

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Best seats on the Kenya Airways Boeing 787-8

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

The best seat on the Kenya Airways Boeing 787-8 is 1D. In Business, go for 1D or 1F; in Economy, 26A and 26J are recommended for a good window.

Cabin
Position
  • 26A

    Window·Recommended

  • 26J

    Window·Recommended

  • 1D

    Aisle·Recommended

    Single seat with its own aisle access.

  • 1F

    Aisle·Recommended

    Single seat with its own aisle access.

  • 2D

    Aisle·Recommended

    Single seat with its own aisle access.

  • 2F

    Aisle·Recommended

    Single seat with its own aisle access.

  • 3D

    Aisle·Recommended

    Single seat with its own aisle access.

  • 3F

    Aisle·Recommended

    Single seat with its own aisle access.

  • 4D

    Aisle·Recommended

    Single seat with its own aisle access.

  • 4F

    Aisle·Recommended

    Single seat with its own aisle access.

  • 5D

    Aisle·Recommended

    Single seat with its own aisle access.

  • 5F

    Aisle·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.

SpecPremier WorldEconomy
Seats30204
Pitch75"Rows 12 and 14: 35"
Width22"17"
Recline180º5"
Power110V universal ACUSB-A
Screen15.4" HD touch screen display10.6" HD touch screen display

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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