Aeromexico operates both 787-9 and 787-8 aircraft with distinctly different Business Class configurations. The 787-9 features the coveted 1-2-1 Collins Super Diamond layout, while the 787-8 uses a traditional 2-2-2 configuration. Understanding the differences between these aircraft is crucial for selecting the best seat on your Aeromexico long-haul flight.
Book the 787-9 whenever possible for its superior 1-2-1 Business Class layout with direct aisle access from all seats. On the 787-8, center pairs (2D/2F, 3D/3F) offer the best Business experience. Avoid bulkhead seats (row 1), rear cabin rows (7+), and Economy seats near galleys and lavatories (rows 8-10). Window seats on the 787-8 lack direct aisle access.
787-9 Configuration: The 787-9 features 36 Business Class seats in a premium 1-2-1 Collins Super Diamond layout. This configuration offers exceptional privacy and direct aisle access for all passengers. Each seat is a direct aisle access position, making it one of the most desirable Business Class products available.
787-8 Configuration: The 787-8 carries 32 Business Class seats in a traditional 2-2-2 Collins Diamond layout. This is a more conventional arrangement with center pairs separated by aisles on both sides.
Both aircraft feature a 3-3-3 Economy Class configuration with standard spacing. No Premium Economy cabin is available on these Aeromexico aircraft. Economy passengers should prioritize forward cabin positioning for better service timing and earlier deplaning.
Seat | Aircraft | Cabin | Why |
|---|---|---|---|
2A, 3A, 4A, 5A | 787-9 | Business | Window seats with direct aisle access and premium positioning |
2J, 3J, 4J, 5J | 787-9 | Business | Opposite window seats with direct aisle access and premium positioning |
2D, 2F, 3D, 3F, 4D, 4F | 787-9 | Business | Center pairs ideal for couples and companions with mid-cabin location |
6A, 6J | 787-9 | Business | Rear cabin window seats with unobstructed views |
2D, 2F, 3D, 3F | 787-8 | Business | Center aisle seats offering best access in traditional configuration |
Seat | Aircraft | Cabin | Why |
|---|---|---|---|
1A, 1D, 1F, 1J | 787-9 | Business | Bulkhead row with limited recline and galley proximity |
7A, 7D, 7F, 7J | 787-9 | Business | Rear cabin positioning near lavatories and reduced service frequency |
8-10 (all seats) | 787-9 | Economy | Located near rear galley and lavatories with frequent traffic and noise |
Window seats (all rows) | 787-8 | Business | No direct aisle access in 2-2-2 configuration |
Aeromexico's 787-9 and 787-8 feature sturdy fixed tray tables in Business Class that comfortably accommodate 15-inch laptops with minimal flex, though Economy tray tables are smaller and less stable for extended work. WiFi is provided via Viasat (branded as "AeroMexico_WiFi"), delivering real-world speeds of 8 - 12 Mbps on domestic routes and 4 - 6 Mbps on long-haul flights - adequate for email and messaging but not video streaming. Power outlets vary by cabin: Business Class includes AC power (110V) at every seat plus USB-A and USB-C ports (5V/2A standard); Economy offers only USB-A charging on select rows. The IFE screens measure 10.6 inches in Business Class and 9 inches in Economy, both with Bluetooth audio pairing capability for personal headphones, though cabin-provided noise-canceling headsets are included in Business.
The 787's advanced fuselage technology maintains cabin altitude at 6,000 feet equivalent, delivering superior cabin pressure and humidity retention (40 - 60%) compared to conventional widebodies, reducing fatigue on long-haul routes. Engine noise is noticeably lower than legacy aircraft, with rows 1 - 6 in Business Class experiencing minimal engine rumble and rows 10 - 20 in Economy sitting directly over the main deck engines and experiencing moderate low-frequency noise. Humidity levels are actively managed by the 787's systems, mitigating jet lag symptoms particularly noticeable on overnight flights. The quietest rows on both aircraft are Business rows 1 - 3 (proximity to the flight deck and forward fuselage position provides acoustic isolation from engine and auxiliary systems), while Economy's sweetest spot is rows 24 - 28 (aft of the wing engines but forward of auxiliary power unit noise).
Aeromexico uses forward door L1 (main Business Class exit) and L2 (forward Economy) as primary deplane points on the 787, with door L3 (aft Economy) as secondary relief on full flights. On a full 787-9 (approximately 294 pax), front-cabin Business Class passengers deplane in 4 - 6 minutes; forward Economy (rows 12 - 22) in 8 - 12 minutes; and rear Economy (rows 23 - 33) in 14 - 18 minutes due to aisle congestion and carry-on overhead retrieval delays. Aeromexico's primary hub is Mexico City International (MEX); for international connections, allow a minimum of 90 minutes (tight) to 120 minutes (comfortable) between widebody arrival and domestic departure, accounting for immigration queues and the sprawling MEX terminal layout.
Seat Recommendation: Book Business Class row 2, seats 1A or 1K (direct aisle access, forward location minimizes galley noise and crew movement, closer to lavatory access without lavatory odor proximity). Meal Service: Accept the dinner service to establish circadian cues, then skip breakfast in the final 2 - 3 hours before landing so you land hungry and adjust faster to local mealtimes. Sleep Accessories: Bring a contoured neck pillow (the supplied pillows are thin) and compression socks (the 787's lower cabin altitude and humidity still create mild edema on 10+ hour flights); the airline-supplied eye mask and noise-canceling headset are adequate. Arrival Optimization: Sleep immediately after dinner (doors close ~90 minutes post-pushback), set a phone alarm for 60 minutes before landing, complete a 5-minute lavatory freshening ritual, and do light stretching in the galley 30 minutes pre-arrival to reactivate blood flow and mental clarity for immigration and ground transportation.
The 787-9 features a superior 1-2-1 Business Class layout with 36 seats where every passenger has direct aisle access. The 787-8 uses a traditional 2-2-2 layout with 32 seats. The 787-9 is significantly better for Business Class travel.
On the 787-9, all Business Class seats offer excellent privacy due to the 1-2-1 configuration. Window and center seats (2-5 rows) are particularly good. On the 787-8, center pairs (2D/2F, 3D/3F) offer the most privacy and aisle access.
Aeromexico does not offer a Premium Economy product on these 787 aircraft. Economy consists of standard 3-3-3 seating throughout the cabin.
Forward Economy seats (rows 1-3) offer better service timing and amenities access. Avoid rows 8-10 which are adjacent to galleys and lavatories with significant foot traffic and noise.
No. Only the center seats (D and F) on the 787-8 have direct aisle access. Window seats require climbing over the center armrest or asking passengers to move.
