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

TUI Airways Boeing 787-8 cabin layout and seating plan

Cabin layout

47W · 253Y300 seats
TUI Airways Boeing 787-8 seat map
TUI AirwaysBYUK

Boeing 787-8

This version of the TUI Airways (BY) Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner holds 47 premium economy and 253 economy seats

Last verified October 14, 2026Verified by Alex Westridge

Manufacturer
Boeing
Body
Wide body
Haul
Long Haul

Configuration

47W · 253Y
300seats
Premium Economy 47
Economy 253
Entertainment
Panasonic eX3 carries audio and video, from gate to gate.

Seat classes

Premium
47 seats
Rows1 to 7
Pitch38"
Width19.5"
Recline8"
In-seat amenities
PowerPower110V universal ACUSBUSBUSB-AScreenScreen9" touch screen displayAir ventAir ventAdjustable headrestAdjustable headrest

47 HAECO 3050 seats in a 2-3-2 layout. Every seat has an adjustable headrest and leg rest.

Economy
253 seats
Rows10 to 40
Pitch32"
Width17.1"
Recline6"
In-seat amenities
USBUSBUSB-AScreenScreen9" touch screen displayAir ventAir ventAdjustable armrestAdjustable armrest

253 HAECO 3500 Featherweight seats in a 3-3-3 layout.

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Best seats on the TUI Airways Boeing 787-8

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

The best seat on the TUI Airways Boeing 787-8 is 3A. In Premium Economy, go for 3A or 3J; in Economy, 31A and 31J are recommended for a good window.

Cabin
Position
  • 3A

    Window·Recommended

  • 3J

    Window·Recommended

  • 31A

    Window·Recommended

  • 31J

    Window·Recommended

  • 34A

    Window·Recommended

  • 34J

    Window·Recommended

  • 11A

    Window·Recommended

    Pitch about 35". 2" roomier than the rest of this cabin.

  • 11J

    Window·Recommended

    Pitch about 34". 2" roomier than the rest of this cabin.

  • 12A

    Window·Recommended

    Pitch about 35". 2" roomier than the rest of this cabin.

  • 12J

    Window·Recommended

    Pitch about 35". 2" roomier than the rest of this cabin.

  • 11B

    Middle·Recommended

    Pitch about 35". 2" roomier than the rest of this cabin.

  • 11C

    Aisle·Recommended

    Pitch about 35". 2" roomier than the rest of this cabin.

Is the better cabin worth it?

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SpecPremiumEconomy
Seats47253
Pitch38"32"
Width19.5"17.1"
Recline8"6"
Power110V universal ACUSB-A
Screen9" touch screen display9" 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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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.

47W · 253Y

Premium Economy
47W
Economy
253Y

This version of the TUI Airways (BY) Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner holds 47 premium economy and 253 economy seats

25W · 280Y

Premium Economy
25W
Economy
280Y

This version of the TUI fly Netherlands (OR) Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner holds 25 premium economy and 280 economy seats. In Economy, seats at the front of each cabin section are branded as "Comfort" seats and offer more leg room.

FAQ

TUI Airways Boeing 787-8 seat map questions

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