Boeing 787

Best Seats on the Qantas Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner

Qantas' 787-9 fleet operates the airline's premium long-haul including Perth to London non-stop. Business is the Vantage XL 1-2-1, the same shell as Delta One Suite but without the door.

Last updated 2026-05-01

Key facts

Airline
Qantas
Aircraft
Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner
Family
Boeing 787
Business cabins
Business Suite
Best seats
1A, 1K, 7A, 7K
Avoid
8E, 8F
Last updated
2026-05-01

Business Suite — Business Class

Configuration: 1-2-1 · Fleet-wide 787-9

No privacy door but high seat shell. Quiet, comfortable, especially good for the long Perth-London segment.

Best seats: 1A, 1K, 7A, 7K

Avoid: 8E, 8F

Routes this aircraft flies

  • Perth to London Heathrow (QF9/QF10)
  • Brisbane to San Francisco (QF53/QF54)
  • Melbourne to Tokyo Haneda (QF79)

Frequently asked questions

What are the best seats in Business Suite on the Qantas 787-9?

The best Business Suite seats on the Qantas 787-9 are 1A, 1K, 7A, 7K. The configuration is 1-2-1. No privacy door but high seat shell. Quiet, comfortable, especially good for the long Perth-London segment.

Which seats should I avoid in Business Suite on the Qantas 787-9?

Avoid seats 8E, 8F in Business Suite on the Qantas 787-9.

What is the business class configuration on the Qantas Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner?

The Qantas Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner has a 1-2-1 business class layout in the Business Suite cabin.

What routes does the Qantas Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner fly?

Typical routes include Perth to London Heathrow (QF9/QF10); Brisbane to San Francisco (QF53/QF54); Melbourne to Tokyo Haneda (QF79).

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