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Virgin Atlantic Boeing 787-9 Seat Map: Best & Worst Seats

Virgin Atlantic Boeing 787-9 cabin layout and seating plan

31J · 35W · 192Y258 seats
Virgin Atlantic Boeing 787-9 seat map
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Boeing 787-9

The Virgin Atlantic Boeing 787-9 holds 31 business, 35 premium economy and 192 economy seats and features UCS3 Upper Class flat beds

Last verified October 14, 2026Verified by Alex Westridge

Manufacturer
Boeing
Body
Wide body
Haul
Long Haul

Configuration

31J · 35W · 192Y
258seats
Business 31
Premium Economy 35
Economy 192
Wi-Fi
Better
Panasonic Avionics eXConnect satellite wifi
Entertainment
Panasonic eX3 carries audio and video on demand.

Seat classes

Upper Class
31 seats
Rows1 to 11
Width22"
Recline42°
In-seat amenities
PowerPower110V universal ACUSBUSBUSB-AScreenScreen11.1" HD touchscreen displayWi-FiWi-FiPanasonic Avionics eXConnect satellite wifiAir ventAir vent

Thirty-one Zodiac UCS3 recliner seats in a herringbone layout. Every seat has a fold down shelf for drinks and a small open compartment for the stowage of personal items (phone, spectacles etc).

Premium
35 seats
Rows21 to 25
Pitch38"
Width18.7"
Recline8"
In-seat amenities
PowerPower110V universal ACUSBUSBUSB-AScreenScreen11.1" HD touchscreen displayWi-FiWi-FiPanasonic Avionics eXConnect satellite wifiAir ventAir ventAdjustable headrestAdjustable headrest

Thirty-five ThreeSixty Aerospace (now Safran GB) Reverb leather upholstered seats seven abreast, 2-3-2. Every seat has an adjustable headrest and pull-down footrest.

Economy
192 seats
Rows45 to 68
Pitch31"
Width17.1"
Recline5"
In-seat amenities
PowerPower110V universal ACUSBUSBUSB-AScreenScreen9" HD touchscreen displayWi-FiWi-FiPanasonic Avionics eXConnect satellite wifiAir ventAir ventAdjustable headrestAdjustable headrestAdjustable armrestAdjustable armrest

192 Recaro 3620 slimline seats nine abreast, 3-3-3. Every seat has an adjustable hammock style head rest.

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Best seats on the Virgin Atlantic Boeing 787-9

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

The best seat on the Virgin Atlantic Boeing 787-9 is 11A. In Business, go for 11A or 11K; in Economy, 55A and 55K are recommended for a good window.

Cabin
Position
  • 11A

    Window·Recommended

    Single seat with its own aisle access.

  • 11K

    Window·Recommended

    Single seat with its own aisle access.

  • 55A

    Window·Recommended

  • 55K

    Window·Recommended

  • 59A

    Window·Recommended

  • 59K

    Window·Recommended

  • 63A

    Window·Recommended

  • 63K

    Window·Recommended

  • 01G

    Middle·Recommended

    Single seat with its own aisle access.

  • 02G

    Middle·Recommended

    Single seat with its own aisle access.

  • 03G

    Middle·Recommended

    Single seat with its own aisle access.

  • 04G

    Middle·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.

SpecUpper ClassPremiumEconomy
Seats3135192
PitchNot listed38"Economy Delight seats: 34" (shown in the plan with burgundy upholstery)
Width22"18.7"17.1"
ReclineThe seat manually converts into fully flat bed8"5"
Power110V universal AC110V universal AC110V universal AC
Screen11.1" HD touchscreen display11.1" HD touchscreen display9" HD touchscreen display
Wi-FiPanasonic Avionics eXConnect satellite wifiPanasonic Avionics eXConnect satellite wifiPanasonic Avionics eXConnect 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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