Go Back  FlyerTalk Forums > Miles&Points > Airlines and Mileage Programs > United Airlines | MileagePlus
Reload this Page >

Everything You Wanted to Know About Where to Sit on a United 787-9 (non-Polaris seat)

Register
Community
Wiki Posts
Today's Posts
Search
Old Jul 3, 2016, 4:24 pm
FlyerTalk Forums Expert How-Tos and Guides
Last edit by: WineCountryUA
General consensus: In United Polaris business Cabin, 1D and 6D/E are the best seats on this plane due to the giant footrest area and direct aisle access without anyone having to step over you to get to the aisle. 1E is very close to the forward lav, however.
For further details, see poster #1 and also 787-8 thread. http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/united-airlines-mileageplus/1394369-everything-you-want-know-about-where-sit-united-dreamliner-787-8-a.html
UA 787-9 link



Fixed bassinets available at 6AB, 6KL, 16ABC, 16DEF, 16JKL, 29DEF

related thread - Everything You Want to Know about Where to Sit on the 789 true Polaris and PP version
Print Wikipost

Everything You Wanted to Know About Where to Sit on a United 787-9 (non-Polaris seat)

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Dec 9, 2017, 1:20 pm
  #406  
 
Join Date: Dec 2002
Location: SFO
Posts: 3,941
Fun stuff! My travel dates have changed ... so back to choosing seats again.

Any thoughts on 4E vs 7DEK for SFO-SIN and 5A vs 7A for the return (I suppose the tradeoff here is the view from the window being partially obstructed by the wing vs being next to the restroom)

Thanks.
malgudi is offline  
Reply
Old Dec 11, 2017, 7:06 am
  #407  
 
Join Date: Apr 2009
Location: Houston
Programs: UA GS 2.6MM & Lifetime UC, Qantas Platinum, Hilton Lifetime Diamond, Bonvoy Platinum, HawaiianMiles
Posts: 8,692
Originally Posted by malgudi
Fun stuff! My travel dates have changed ... so back to choosing seats again.

Any thoughts on 4E vs 7DEK for SFO-SIN and 5A vs 7A for the return (I suppose the tradeoff here is the view from the window being partially obstructed by the wing vs being next to the restroom)

Thanks.
Would just do one of the D or E seats for the freedom
kirkwoodj is offline  
Reply
Old Dec 11, 2017, 7:43 am
  #408  
 
Join Date: Dec 2002
Location: SFO
Posts: 3,941
Originally Posted by kirkwoodj
Would just do one of the D or E seats for the freedom
Thanks.

I have 4E SFO-SIN (it's dark for most of the flight anyways), opted for 7A on the return (wasn't sure if the proximity to the restrooms would be an issue for 5A).
malgudi is offline  
Reply
Old Dec 12, 2017, 8:53 am
  #409  
 
Join Date: Jan 2013
Programs: UA
Posts: 312
Originally Posted by malgudi
Thanks.

I have 4E SFO-SIN (it's dark for most of the flight anyways), opted for 7A on the return (wasn't sure if the proximity to the restrooms would be an issue for 5A).
Row 5 is a good distance from the BusinessFirst lavatory. The galley is between the lav and row 5, so you're more likely to be bothered by noise/light from galley than lav.
pbartp is offline  
Reply
Old Dec 12, 2017, 12:30 pm
  #410  
FlyerTalk Evangelist
 
Join Date: Nov 2014
Location: MSP
Programs: DL PM, UA Gold, WN, Global Entry; +others wherever miles/points are found
Posts: 14,406
Originally Posted by pbartp
Row 5 is a good distance from the BusinessFirst lavatory. The galley is between the lav and row 5, so you're more likely to be bothered by noise/light from galley than lav.
Huh? On both sides, the lav is forward of door 2 and immediately behind row 5. I flew in 5A once and did not find it to be too disruptive; however if you pay attention you can tell there is a lav behind you.
findark is offline  
Reply
Old Dec 12, 2017, 3:12 pm
  #411  
Moderator: United Airlines
 
Join Date: Jun 2007
Location: SFO
Programs: UA Plat 1.995MM, Hyatt Discoverist, Marriott Plat/LT Gold, Hilton Silver, IHG Plat
Posts: 66,834
Originally Posted by pbartp
Row 5 is a good distance from the BusinessFirst lavatory. The galley is between the lav and row 5, so you're more likely to be bothered by noise/light from galley than lav.
The question was about the 787-9, belevie you are thinking about 787-8
WineCountryUA is offline  
Reply
Old Dec 13, 2017, 6:42 am
  #412  
 
Join Date: Jan 2013
Programs: UA
Posts: 312
Originally Posted by WineCountryUA
The question was about the 787-9, belevie you are thinking about 787-8
My bad. You're correct. Was thinking row 6 on the 787-9
pbartp is offline  
Reply
Old Jan 8, 2018, 8:00 pm
  #413  
 
Join Date: May 2016
Programs: United Platinum, Hilton Diamond, Marriott Gold, SPG Gold
Posts: 72
1B, 1L, 6A, or 6L? 1A and 6DE are already taken. I am 6’1 tall if it matters.
KAFlyer is offline  
Reply
Old Jan 8, 2018, 8:36 pm
  #414  
FlyerTalk Evangelist
 
Join Date: Nov 2014
Location: MSP
Programs: DL PM, UA Gold, WN, Global Entry; +others wherever miles/points are found
Posts: 14,406
Originally Posted by KAFlyer
1B, 1L, 6A, or 6L? 1A and 6DE are already taken. I am 6’1 tall if it matters.
1L if you want the window and 1B if you want the aisle. Possibly 6A/L if you are extremely conscious of hearing toilets flush.
findark is offline  
Reply
Old Jan 8, 2018, 10:09 pm
  #415  
FlyerTalk Evangelist
Hilton Contributor BadgeMarriott Contributor Badge
 
Join Date: Jun 2010
Location: TOA
Programs: HH Diamond, Marriott LTPP/Platinum Premier, Hyatt Lame-ist, UA !K
Posts: 20,061
Originally Posted by findark
Possibly 6A/L if you are extremely conscious of hearing toilets flush.
Ah, the call of the commode!

David
DELee is offline  
Reply
Old Jan 9, 2018, 9:17 am
  #416  
A FlyerTalk Posting Legend
 
Join Date: Apr 2013
Location: PHX
Programs: AS 75K; UA 1MM; Hyatt Globalist; Marriott LTP; Hilton Diamond (Aspire)
Posts: 56,450
Originally Posted by KAFlyer
1B, 1L, 6A, or 6L? 1A and 6DE are already taken. I am 6’1 tall if it matters.
i would take 6A or 6L because there is more separation from galley and lavs in row 6 than in row 1. Then I would pick the side of the aircraft based on where the sun will be . . . A for eastbound, L for westbound.
kittiyut likes this.
Kacee is offline  
Reply
Old Jan 9, 2018, 9:32 pm
  #417  
 
Join Date: Feb 2005
Location: Portland OR & Bangkok
Programs: United GS, Marriott Ambassador
Posts: 662
Originally Posted by Kacee
i would take 6A or 6L because there is more separation from galley and lavs in row 6 than in row 1. Then I would pick the side of the aircraft based on where the sun will be . . . A for eastbound, L for westbound.
Is your choice to be with the sun or to avoid the sun?
kittiyut is offline  
Reply
Old Jan 9, 2018, 9:35 pm
  #418  
A FlyerTalk Posting Legend
 
Join Date: Apr 2013
Location: PHX
Programs: AS 75K; UA 1MM; Hyatt Globalist; Marriott LTP; Hilton Diamond (Aspire)
Posts: 56,450
Originally Posted by kittiyut
Is your choice to be with the sun or to avoid the sun?
On the 787s, to avoid the sun. It also tends to be the better view to the north.
Kacee is offline  
Reply
Old Jan 10, 2018, 3:11 pm
  #419  
 
Join Date: Mar 2008
Programs: UA 1K
Posts: 235
Originally Posted by KAFlyer
1B, 1L, 6A, or 6L? 1A and 6DE are already taken. I am 6’1 tall if it matters.
1B is going to have galley light shining on it the entire time (no curtains on the 787 unfortunately - shame on United)

6A and 6L are really nice if you like the window and 1L I read you will feel/if not hear the toilet flush.

The front cabin is quieter of course, but the white noise of the engines is nice to sleep to as well.
Last edited by doug_999; Jan 10, 2018 at 3:18 pm
doug_999 is offline  
Reply
Old Jan 10, 2018, 6:47 pm
  #420  
 
Join Date: Dec 2002
Location: ATL
Programs: UA:MM 1K HH:Diamond IHG:Plat Marriott:Plat
Posts: 652
Is there any significant difference between 6D and 6E?
expressboy is offline  
Reply



Advanced Search
Reply Closed Thread Share
Forum Jump

Contact Us - Manage Preferences - Archive - Advertising - Cookie Policy - Privacy Statement - Terms of Service -

This site is owned, operated, and maintained by MH Sub I, LLC dba Internet Brands. Copyright © 2024 MH Sub I, LLC dba Internet Brands. All rights reserved. Designated trademarks are the property of their respective owners.