Boeing 787
Best Seats on the Virgin Atlantic Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner
Virgin's 787-9 fleet operates a different business class — herringbone 1-1-1 in older config, with newer aircraft getting the 1-2-1 Upper Class refresh. Premium product is solid but quality is more variable than the A350.
Last updated 2026-05-01
Key facts
- Airline
- Virgin Atlantic
- Aircraft
- Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner
- Family
- Boeing 787
- Business cabins
- Upper Class (787)
- Best seats
- 1A, 1K, 5A, 5K
- Avoid
- 6D
- Last updated
- 2026-05-01
Upper Class (787) — Business Class
Configuration: 1-1-1 herringbone · Most 787-9s
Herringbone with angled lie-flat. Older product — A350 is the better Virgin option if available.
Best seats: 1A, 1K, 5A, 5K
Avoid: 6D
Routes this aircraft flies
- London Heathrow to Atlanta (VS103/VS104)
- London Heathrow to Boston (VS11/VS12)
- Manchester to Orlando (VS73/VS74)
Frequently asked questions
What are the best seats in Upper Class (787) on the Virgin Atlantic 787-9?
The best Upper Class (787) seats on the Virgin Atlantic 787-9 are 1A, 1K, 5A, 5K. The configuration is 1-1-1 herringbone. Herringbone with angled lie-flat. Older product — A350 is the better Virgin option if available.
Which seats should I avoid in Upper Class (787) on the Virgin Atlantic 787-9?
Avoid seats 6D in Upper Class (787) on the Virgin Atlantic 787-9.
What is the business class configuration on the Virgin Atlantic Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner?
The Virgin Atlantic Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner has a 1-1-1 herringbone business class layout in the Upper Class (787) cabin.
What routes does the Virgin Atlantic Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner fly?
Typical routes include London Heathrow to Atlanta (VS103/VS104); London Heathrow to Boston (VS11/VS12); Manchester to Orlando (VS73/VS74).
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