Kenya Airways Embraer 190 Seat Map: Best & Worst Seats

Kenya Airways Embraer 190 cabin layout and seating plan

12J · 84Y96 seats
Kenya Airways Embraer 190 seat map
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Embraer 190

The Kenya Airways Embraer 190 holds 12 business and 84 economy seats

Last verified October 14, 2026Verified by Alex Westridge

Manufacturer
Embraer
Body
Narrow body
Haul
Short Haul

Configuration

12J · 84Y
96seats
Business 12
Economy 84
Entertainment
The entertainment system carries audio and video.

Seat classes

Business
12 seats
Rows1 to 4
Pitch38"
Width19.5"
Recline5"
In-seat amenities
USBUSBUSB-AScreenScreen9" touch screen displayAir ventAir ventAdjustable headrestAdjustable headrest

Twelve recliner seats in a 1-2 layout.

Economy
84 seats
Rows11 to 32
Pitch31"
Width18"
Recline3"
In-seat amenities
USBUSBUSB-AScreenScreen8" touch screen displayAir ventAir ventAdjustable armrestAdjustable armrest

Eighty-four Safran 4112 seats in a 2-2 layout.

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Best seats on the Kenya Airways Embraer 190

Ranked by cabin from the per-seat ratings, window quality, and traveler notes on the Kenya Airways Embraer 190 seat map.

The best seat on the Kenya Airways Embraer 190 is 1A. In Business, go for 1A or 1G; in Economy, 18C and 18G are recommended. For extra legroom, 18C, 18G are worth choosing early.

Cabin
Position
  • 1A

    Window·Recommended

    Single seat with its own aisle access.

  • 1G

    Middle·Recommended

    Partial bulkhead (55%). Extra legroom on the left.

  • 2A

    Window·Recommended

    Single seat with its own aisle access.

  • 3A

    Window·Recommended

    Single seat with its own aisle access.

  • 4A

    Window·Recommended

    Single seat with its own aisle access.

  • 18C

    Aisle·Recommended

    Extra legroom.

  • 18G

    Aisle·Recommended

    Extra legroom.

  • 1J

    Window·Standard

  • 2G

    Middle·Standard

  • 2J

    Window·Standard

  • 3G

    Middle·Standard

  • 3J

    Window·Standard

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
Seats1284
Pitch38"31"
Width19.5"18"
Recline5"3"
PowerUSB-AUSB-A
Screen9" touch screen display8" touch screen display

Embraer 190 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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Kenya Airways Embraer 190 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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