Boeing 787
Best Seats on the United Airlines Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner
United's 787-9 fleet operates Polaris business class in a 1-2-1 reverse herringbone. The original Polaris seat has a privacy wing but no door. The "Elevated" 787-9s delivered from spring 2026 add an enclosing suite door plus eight Polaris Studio suites — though the doors are locked open until the FAA finishes certifying emergency egress.
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SeatRadar Editorial · Last reviewed 2026-07-25Key facts
- Airline
- United Airlines
- Aircraft
- Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner
- Family
- Boeing 787
- Business cabins
- Polaris, Polaris Studio
- Best seats
- 1A, 1L, 9A, 9L, 1A, 1L
- Avoid
- 9D, 9G
- Last updated
- 2026-07-25
Polaris — Business Class
Configuration: 1-2-1 reverse herringbone · Most 787-9s
Direct aisle access with a privacy wing, but no door on the original seat. Bedding by Saks Fifth Avenue.
Best seats: 1A, 1L, 9A, 9L
Avoid: 9D, 9G
Polaris Studio — Business Class
Configuration: 1-2-1 with door · 8 suites on "Elevated" 787-9s only
United's roomier business-plus product, sold at a surcharge and exclusive to the 787-9. Doors are fitted but locked open pending FAA certification.
Best seats: 1A, 1L, 2A, 2L
Avoid: No notable bad seats in this cabin.
Routes this aircraft flies
- San Francisco to Auckland (UA940)
- Newark to London Heathrow (UA16)
- Houston to Sydney (UA101)
Frequently asked questions
What are the best seats in Polaris on the United Airlines 787-9?
The best Polaris seats on the United Airlines 787-9 are 1A, 1L, 9A, 9L. The configuration is 1-2-1 reverse herringbone. Direct aisle access with a privacy wing, but no door on the original seat. Bedding by Saks Fifth Avenue.
Which seats should I avoid in Polaris on the United Airlines 787-9?
Avoid seats 9D, 9G in Polaris on the United Airlines 787-9.
What are the best seats in Polaris Studio on the United Airlines 787-9?
The best Polaris Studio seats on the United Airlines 787-9 are 1A, 1L, 2A, 2L. The configuration is 1-2-1 with door. United's roomier business-plus product, sold at a surcharge and exclusive to the 787-9. Doors are fitted but locked open pending FAA certification.
What is the business class configuration on the United Airlines Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner?
The United Airlines Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner has a 1-2-1 reverse herringbone business class layout in the Polaris cabin.
What routes does the United Airlines Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner fly?
Typical routes include San Francisco to Auckland (UA940); Newark to London Heathrow (UA16); Houston to Sydney (UA101).
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