United Airlines Boeing 787-8 Seat Map
United Airlines Boeing 787-8 cabin layout and seating plan
Boeing 787-8
United Airlines Boeing 787-8 (type 78H) is configured 28J 21W 194M includes 36 designated Economy Plus seats and features United Polaris seats in Business Class. Economy Plus seats are indicated by their dark navy accented headrests
Last verified 2026-08-17
Configuration
Top seat picks
- No underseat storage. Bulkhead in front.
- Extra legroom.
- Tray in the armrest, so a narrower seat.
- Partial bulkhead (30%). Extra legroom on the right.
Seat classes
Power110V universal AC
USBUSB-A
Screen16" HD touchscreen display
Wi-FiPanasonic Ku-band satellite wif
Air vent
Adjustable armrestTwenty-eight Polaris seats based on the Safran Optima platform, arranged as 4 seat pairs across the width of the cabin. All seats have direct access to/from the aisle
Power110V universal ACUSBUSB-AScreen13" HD touchscreen displayWi-FiPanasonic Ku-band satellite wifAir vent
Adjustable headrestAdjustable armrestTwenty-one Collins Aerospace MiQ seats configured 2-3-2, equipped with adjustable leg and foot rests
Power110V universal ACUSBUSB-AScreen9" HD touchscreen displayWi-FiPanasonic Ku-band satellite wifAir ventAdjustable headrestAdjustable armrest194 Collins Aerospace Aspire seats configured 3-3-3
Seat ratings
The best seats on this aircraft
Ranked from the per-seat ratings, window alignment, and cabin data for this exact configuration.
See the best seats ranked- 44A
Window·Recommended
- 47L
Window·Recommended
- 48A
Window·Recommended
- 30C
Aisle·Recommended
Extra legroom.
- 30J
Aisle·Recommended
Extra legroom.
- 01A
Window·Standard
- 02A
Middle·Standard
- 02L
Middle·Standard
- 03A
Window·Standard
- 03L
Window·Standard
- 04A
Window·Standard
- 04L
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.
| Spec | Business | Premium Plus | Economy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seats | 28 | 21 | 194 |
| Pitch | Not listed | 38" | 31"-34" |
| Width | Bulkhead seats at rows 1 and 6 have wider footwells than is standard | 18.7" | 17.1" |
| Recline | Converts into a 6'-6" long flat bed | 6" | Up to 3" |
| Power | 110V universal AC | 110V universal AC | 110V universal AC |
| Screen | 16" HD touchscreen display | 13" HD touchscreen display | 9" HD touchscreen display |
| Wi-Fi | Panasonic Ku-band satellite wif | Panasonic Ku-band satellite wif | Panasonic Ku-band satellite wif |
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
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
Measured across the seat cushion between the inner edges of the armrests.
Seat recline
How far the seat tilts back from upright, measured as the travel at the headrest.
In-seat amenities
Adjustable armrest
Adjustable headrest
Air vent
Seatback screen
Streaming to device
Wi-Fi
Power outlet
USB port
Wireless charging
Bluetooth audio
Privacy door
Cabin features
Galley
Lavatory
Accessible lavatory
Washlet lavatory
Bar or lounge
Bassinet position
Prayer area
Snack station
Service animal seating
Peanut-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.
Other Boeing 787-8 seat maps
The same Boeing 787-8 is fitted differently across 9 other airlines. Line the cabins up and compare before you pick a seat.
See every airline flying the Boeing 787-8| Variant | Configuration | Wi-Fi | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
United Airlines The map above | Boeing 787-8 | 243 | 28J · 21W · 194Y | Panasonic Ku-band · Panasonic Ku-band satellite wif | 2026-08-17 | You are here | |
Aeroméxico | Boeing 787-8 | 243 | 32J · 211Y | Panasonic eXConnect Ku-band · Panasonic Avionics eXConnect Ku-band satellite wifi | 2026-08-17 | Seat map | |
Air Austral | Boeing 787-8 | 262 | 18J · 244Y | Not listed | 2026-08-17 | Seat map | |
American Airlines | Boeing 787-8 | 234 | 20J · 28W · 186Y | Viasat Ka-band · Viasat high speed satellite wifi | 2026-08-17 | Seat map | |
ANA | Boeing 787-8 | 240 | 40J · 200Y | OnAir satellite · On-Air satellite wifi | 2026-08-17 | Seat map | |
El Al | Boeing 787-8 | 238 | 20J · 35W · 183Y | Viasat Ka-band · Viasat Ka-band satellite wifi | 2026-08-17 | Seat map | |
Jetstar | Boeing 787-8 | 325 | 44J · 281Y | Viasat Ka-band | 2026-08-17 | Seat map | |
LATAM | Boeing 787-8 | 247 | 30J · 217Y | Not listed | 2026-08-17 | Seat map | |
LATAM | Boeing 787-8 | 271 | 20J · 251Y | Not listed | 2026-08-17 | Seat map | |
LOT Polish Airlines | Boeing 787-8 | 252 | 18J · 21W · 213Y | Not listed | 2026-08-17 | Seat map | |
Royal Jordanian | Boeing 787-8 | 270 | 24J · 246Y | Not listed | 2026-08-17 | Seat map |
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