Korean Air 787-10 Seat Selection Guide (2026)
Korean Air's Boeing 787-10 is the airline's newest widebody, featuring the Prestige Suites 2.0 — a modern 1-2-1 staggered Business Class with privacy doors, excellent tech, and Wi-Fi. This is Korean Air's best Business Class product and a significant upgrade over the older Apex Suites on the 787-9.
⚠️ IMPORTANT: The suite doors exist but are not yet certified for use — passengers cannot close them during flight (as of early 2026). Korean Air expects approval "soon."
Quick Verdict
- Business Class (Prestige Suites 2.0) is the highlight — 36 suites in a staggered 1-2-1 layout with direct aisle access for all.
- Best Business seats (solo): Even-row windows 2A, 4A, 6A, 8A (or J side) — true window position, closest to window
- Best Business seats (couples): Even-row center "honeymoon" pairs 2E+2F, 4E+4F, 6E+6F — seats are very close, can lower divider
- Avoid Business: Row 1 (bulkhead, less storage), Row 9 (last row, closest to Economy)
- Economy is dense at 32" pitch — significantly tighter than the 787-9's 34" pitch.
- Best Economy: Exit rows for legroom
- Avoid Economy: Last rows near rear galley/lavs
Korean Air 787-10 Configuration
| Cabin | Seats | Layout | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Business | 36 | 1-2-1 staggered | Prestige Suites 2.0 (Collins Horizon) |
| Economy | 289 | 3-3-3 | 32" pitch |
Total: 325 passengers | Single configuration, no version lottery
Seat Map Summary
| Cabin | Rows | Layout | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Business | 1-9 | 1-2-1 staggered | 36 suites between doors 1 and 2 |
| Economy (Front) | ~15-30 | 3-3-3 | Forward Economy cabin |
| Economy (Rear) | ~31-50+ | 3-3-3 | Rear cabin with galley/lavs at back |
Business Class (Prestige Suites 2.0)
The Prestige Suites 2.0 uses the Collins Aerospace Horizon seat — the same product flying on Turkish Airlines and Air India A350s (ex-Aeroflot). It's a staggered 1-2-1 layout where seat position alternates by row.
Key features:
- 46" pitch (117cm)
- 21" width (53cm)
- 78-79" fully flat bed (198-201cm)
- 23.8" 4K IFE screen with Bluetooth audio
- Privacy doors (52" high) — not yet certified for use
- Wireless charging + dual USB-C (45W and 60W) + AC power
- Wi-Fi available (Korean Air's first widebody with connectivity)
The Staggered Layout Logic
The 1-2-1 layout alternates between rows:
- Even rows (2, 4, 6, 8): Window seats (A/J) are TRUE window seats — positioned closest to the window. Center pairs (E/F) are "honeymoon seats" — very close together.
- Odd rows (1, 3, 5, 7, 9): Window seats (A/H) are more aisle-adjacent. Center pairs (D/F) are further apart.
Best Seats — Business Class
| Category | Seats | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| Best window privacy (solo) | 2A, 4A, 6A, 8A (or 2J, 4J, 6J, 8J) | Even-row true window position, closest to window |
| Best for couples | 2E+2F, 4E+4F, 6E+6F, 8E+8F | Even-row "honeymoon" center pairs — very close together, can lower divider |
| Good quiet zone | Rows 4-6 | Mid-cabin, away from front galley and rear Economy |
| Bulkhead space | Row 7 A/H | Bulkhead row has extra space (but galley in front) |
Seats to Avoid — Business Class
| Seats | Reason |
|---|---|
| Row 1 (all) | Bulkhead limitations, less storage, forward galley proximity |
| Row 9 (all) | Last Business row, closest to Economy cabin |
| Odd-row windows if you want true window | 1A, 3A, 5A, 7A, 9A etc. are more aisle-adjacent |
| Odd-row center pairs for couples | 1D+1F, 3D+3F etc. — seats are further apart than even-row pairs |
Economy Class (Rows ~15-50+)
Economy is 3-3-3 with 32" pitch — tighter than the 787-9's 34" pitch but standard for modern long-haul.
Key features:
- 32" pitch (81cm)
- 17.2" width (44cm)
- 13" 4K IFE screens (larger than rest of fleet)
- Adjustable headrests
Best Seats — Economy
| Category | Seats | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| Best legroom | Exit rows | Significant extra space |
| Quieter forward cabin | Front Economy rows | Away from rear galley |
Seats to Avoid — Economy
| Seats | Reason |
|---|---|
| Last 2-3 rows | Limited recline, galley/lav proximity |
| Seats directly by lavatories | Traffic, odors, noise |
Note: Specific Economy row numbers may vary — always check your seat map.
Known Quirks & Practical Tips
| Issue | Details |
|---|---|
| Doors don't close | The suite doors exist but aren't certified yet — you can't close them during flight. Korean Air says approval is coming. |
| No individual air nozzles | Korean Air cabins run warm. Dress in layers. The high partitions can trap heat. |
| Wi-Fi available | This is Korean Air's first widebody with connectivity — $10.95-20.95 for long-haul, no data caps |
| 787 dimming windows | Electronic dimming only — some find them annoying compared to physical shades |
| Limited routes | As of early 2026, the 787-10 flies select routes (Seattle, Vancouver). Aircraft swaps can happen. |
| Same seat as Turkish A350 | If you've flown Turkish Airlines' A350-900, you know the Collins Horizon seat |
Best Seats Summary Table
| Cabin | Best | Why | Avoid |
|---|---|---|---|
| Business | Even-row windows: 2A, 4A, 6A, 8A / 2J, 4J, 6J, 8J | True window position, best privacy | Row 1 (bulkhead), Row 9 (last row) |
| Business (couples) | Even-row centers: 2E+2F, 4E+4F, 6E+6F, 8E+8F | "Honeymoon" seats, very close together | Odd-row centers (further apart) |
| Economy | Exit rows | Legroom | Last rows (limited recline, galley noise) |
787-9 vs 787-10 Comparison
| Feature | 787-9 | 787-10 |
|---|---|---|
| Business seat | Apex Suite (2-2-2 staggered) | Prestige Suites 2.0 (1-2-1 staggered) |
| Privacy doors | No | Yes (not yet certified) |
| Business seats | 18-24 | 36 |
| Economy pitch | 34" | 32" |
| Wi-Fi | No | Yes |
| IFE screen (Business) | 18" | 23.8" 4K |
| Best for | Economy passengers (better pitch) | Business passengers (newer product) |
FAQs
Is this the same as the 787-9?
No. The 787-10 has the new Prestige Suites 2.0 (1-2-1 with doors). The 787-9 has the older Apex Suites (2-2-2 staggered). The 787-10 is a significant upgrade.
Can I close the suite door?
Not yet. The doors exist but haven't been certified by Korean regulators. Korean Air expects approval soon, but as of early 2026, doors remain open.
Which routes have the 787-10?
Currently Seattle (SEA) and Vancouver (YVR) from Seoul Incheon. Check your specific flight — Korean Air does swap aircraft.
Is there Wi-Fi?
Yes — the 787-10 is Korean Air's first widebody with Wi-Fi. Pricing is $10.95-20.95 for long-haul flights with no data caps.
How does this compare to competitors?
The Collins Horizon seat is excellent and comparable to products on Turkish Airlines A350 and Qatar Qsuite (different seat but similar privacy concept). However, without working doors, it's not quite a full "suite" experience yet.
More Seat Guides for This Airline
- Korean Air 787-9 Seat Selection Guide (2026)
- Korean Air 777-300ER Seat Selection Guide (2025)
- Korean Air A380 Seat Selection Guide (2025)