Boeing 787

Best Seats on the All Nippon Airways Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner

ANA's 787-9 operates medium long-haul including European routes and select US transpacific. Business class is the Business Cradle (lie-flat staggered) — solid product, far short of The Room on the 777-300ER.

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· Last reviewed 2026-05-01

Key facts

Airline
All Nippon Airways
Aircraft
Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner
Family
Boeing 787
Business cabins
Business Staggered
Best seats
7A, 7K, 8A, 8K
Avoid
9E, 9F
Last updated
2026-05-01

Business Staggered — Business Class

Configuration: 1-2-1 staggered · Most 787-9s

Lie-flat with aisle access in 1-2-1. Quality solid but not exceptional.

Best seats: 7A, 7K, 8A, 8K

Avoid: 9E, 9F

Routes this aircraft flies

  • Tokyo Haneda to Brussels (NH231)
  • Tokyo Haneda to Munich (NH217)
  • Tokyo Haneda to Vienna (NH205)

Frequently asked questions

What are the best seats in Business Staggered on the All Nippon Airways 787-9?

The best Business Staggered seats on the All Nippon Airways 787-9 are 7A, 7K, 8A, 8K. The configuration is 1-2-1 staggered. Lie-flat with aisle access in 1-2-1. Quality solid but not exceptional.

Which seats should I avoid in Business Staggered on the All Nippon Airways 787-9?

Avoid seats 9E, 9F in Business Staggered on the All Nippon Airways 787-9.

What is the business class configuration on the All Nippon Airways Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner?

The All Nippon Airways Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner has a 1-2-1 staggered business class layout in the Business Staggered cabin.

What routes does the All Nippon Airways Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner fly?

Typical routes include Tokyo Haneda to Brussels (NH231); Tokyo Haneda to Munich (NH217); Tokyo Haneda to Vienna (NH205).

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