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Korean Air Boeing 787-9 Seat Map: Best & Worst Seats

Korean Air Boeing 787-9 cabin layout and seating plan

24J · 254Y278 seats
Korean Air Boeing 787-9 seat map
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Boeing 787-9

This version of the Korean Air Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner holds 24 business and 254 economy seats and features "Prestige Suites" seats in business class.

Last verified October 14, 2026Verified by Alex Westridge

Manufacturer
Boeing
Body
Wide body
Haul
Long Haul

Configuration

24J · 254Y
278seats
Business 24
Economy 254
Wi-Fi
Best
Inmarsat GX Aviation · Viasat Global Xpress Ka-band satellite wifi
Entertainment
The entertainment system carries audio and video on demand.

Seat classes

Prestige Suites
24 seats
Rows7 to 10
Pitch75"
Width21"
Recline180°
In-seat amenities
PowerPower110V universal AC socketsUSBUSBUSB-AScreenScreen18" 4K UHD touch screen displayWi-FiWi-FiViasat Global Xpress Ka-band satellite wifi

Twenty four Prestige Suites based on the B/E Aerospace Apex platform in a 2-2-2 layout and offering direct aisle access to/from each seat. B and H seats have an additional personal stowage "nook"

Economy
254 seats
Rows28 to 57
Pitch32"
Width17.2"
Recline118˚
In-seat amenities
PowerPower110V universal ACUSBUSBUSB-C (shared)ScreenScreen13.3" 4K UHD touch screen displayWi-FiWi-FiViasat Global Xpress Ka-band satellite wifiAdjustable headrestAdjustable headrestAdjustable armrestAdjustable armrest

254 seats in a 3-3-3 layout and featuring adjustable headrests, and a bi-folding tray table with independent cup holder.

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Seat insights

Best seats on the Korean Air Boeing 787-9

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

The best seat on the Korean Air Boeing 787-9 is 10A. In Business, go for 10A or 10J; in Economy, 48A and 51A are recommended for a good window.

Cabin
Position
  • 10A

    Window·Recommended

    Single seat with its own aisle access.

  • 10J

    Window·Recommended

    Single seat with its own aisle access.

  • 48A

    Window·Recommended

  • 51A

    Window·Recommended

  • 51J

    Window·Recommended

  • 54A

    Window·Recommended

  • 54J

    Window·Recommended

  • 07A

    Window·Recommended

    Single seat with its own aisle access.

  • 07J

    Window·Recommended

    Single seat with its own aisle access.

  • 08A

    Window·Recommended

    Single seat with its own aisle access.

  • 08J

    Window·Recommended

    Single seat with its own aisle access.

  • 09A

    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.

SpecPrestige SuitesEconomy
Seats24254
Pitch75"32"
Width21"17.2"
ReclineConverts into a 73" long flat bedForward articulation
Power110V universal AC sockets110V universal AC
Screen18" 4K UHD touch screen display13.3" 4K UHD touch screen display
Wi-FiViasat Global Xpress Ka-band satellite wifiViasat Global Xpress Ka-band satellite 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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