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 August 17, 2026
Configuration
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
Best seats on the United Airlines Boeing 787-8
Ranked by cabin from the per-seat ratings, window quality, and traveler notes on the United Airlines Boeing 787-8 seat map.
The best seat on the United Airlines Boeing 787-8 is 01A. In Premium Economy, go for 20A or 20L; in Economy, 44A and 47L are recommended for a good window and quiet spot. For extra legroom, 30C, 30J are worth choosing early.
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.
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