Boeing 777
The Boeing 777 is a long-haul favourite known for its reliability, spacious cabin, and excellent range capabilities. Airlines operate two main variants — the 777-200ER and the larger 777-300ER — with seat configurations that can vary dramatically from a comfortable 2-4-2 layout to a cramped 3-4-3. This makes it one of the most important aircraft to research before booking, as the same plane can feel very different depending on the airline.
Best overall comfort
Singapore Airlines
Melbourne (MEL) ↔ Singapore (SIN)
Worst overall comfort
United Airlines
London (LHR) ↔ New York (JFK)
Boeing 777 economy at a glance
The key numbers travellers ask about for this aircraft family, pulled from the routes we track.
Seat layouts found
3-3-3, 3-4-3
Seat pitch (legroom)
31"–33"
Seat width range
17"–18.5"
Airlines on our routes
12
These figures reflect the economy configurations recorded on the long-haul routes we compare. Seat layouts and pitch vary by airline — see the full table below for route-by-route details.
Economy Class Seat Comparison by Airline
| Airline | Aircraft | Route | Seat pitch | Seat width | Recline | Layout | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Singapore Airlines | Boeing 777-300ER | Melbourne (MEL) ↔ Singapore (SIN) | 32" | 18.5" | 6" | 3-3-3 | 4.7 |
| Japan Airlines | Boeing 777-300ER | Los Angeles (LAX) ↔ Tokyo (HND) | 33" | 17.5" | 6" | 3-3-3 | 4.3 |
| Japan Airlines | Boeing 777-300ER | London (LHR) ↔ Tokyo (NRT) | 33" | 17.5" | 6" | 3-3-3 | 4.3 |
| Korean Air | Boeing 777-300ER | San Francisco (SFO) ↔ Seoul (ICN) | 33" | 17.2" | 6" | 3-3-3 | 4.2 |
| British Airways | Boeing 777-200ER | London (LHR) ↔ New York (JFK) | 31" | 17.5" | 6" | 3-4-3 | 4.1 |
| British Airways | Boeing 777-300ER | London (LHR) ↔ New York (JFK) | 31" | 17.5" | 6" | 3-4-3 | 4.1 |
| Air France | Boeing 777-300ER | New York (JFK) ↔ Paris (CDG) | 31" | 17.5" | 6" | 3-4-3 | 4.1 |
| ANA | Boeing 777-300ER | Los Angeles (LAX) ↔ Tokyo (HND) | 31" | 17" | 6" | 3-4-3 | 4.0 |
| British Airways | Boeing 777-300ER | London (LHR) ↔ Los Angeles (LAX) | 31" | 17.5" | 6" | 3-4-3 | 4.0 |
| British Airways | Boeing 777-300ER | London (LHR) ↔ Tokyo (NRT) | 31" | 17.5" | 6" | 3-4-3 | 4.0 |
| Qatar Airways | Boeing 777-300ER | Doha (DOH) ↔ London (LHR) | 31" | 17.5" | 6" | 3-4-3 | 4.0 |
| British Airways | Boeing 777-300ER | Doha (DOH) ↔ London (LHR) | 31" | 17.5" | 6" | 3-4-3 | 4.0 |
| British Airways | Boeing 777-300ER | Abu Dhabi (AUH) ↔ London (LHR) | 31" | 17.5" | 6" | 3-4-3 | 4.0 |
| Qatar Airways | Boeing 777-300ER | Doha (DOH) ↔ New York (JFK) | 31" | 17.5" | 6" | 3-4-3 | 4.0 |
| Qatar Airways | Boeing 777-300ER | Doha (DOH) ↔ Sydney (SYD) | 31" | 17.5" | 6" | 3-4-3 | 4.0 |
| American Airlines | Boeing 777-200ER | London (LHR) ↔ New York (JFK) | 31.5" | 17" | 6" | 3-4-3 | 3.9 |
| American Airlines | Boeing 777-300ER | London (LHR) ↔ New York (JFK) | 31.5" | 17" | 6" | 3-4-3 | 3.9 |
| American Airlines | Boeing 777-200ER | New York (JFK) ↔ Paris (CDG) | 31.5" | 17" | 6" | 3-4-3 | 3.9 |
| American Airlines | Boeing 777-300ER | New York (JFK) ↔ Paris (CDG) | 31.5" | 17" | 6" | 3-4-3 | 3.9 |
| Emirates | Boeing 777-300ER | Dubai (DXB) ↔ London (LHR) | 32" | 17" | 6" | 3-4-3 | 3.9 |
| Emirates | Boeing 777-300ER | Dubai (DXB) ↔ New York (JFK) | 32" | 17" | 6" | 3-4-3 | 3.9 |
| Emirates | Boeing 777-300ER | Dubai (DXB) ↔ Sydney (SYD) | 32" | 17" | 6" | 3-4-3 | 3.9 |
| Air Canada | Boeing 777-300ER | Vancouver (YVR) ↔ Tokyo (NRT) | 31" | 17" | 6" | 3-4-3 | 3.8 |
| American Airlines | Boeing 777-200ER | London (LHR) ↔ Boston (BOS) | 31" | 17" | 6" | 3-4-3 | 3.8 |
| Air Canada | Boeing 777-300ER | London (LHR) ↔ New York (JFK) | 31" | 17" | 5.5" | 3-4-3 | 3.7 |
| SWISS | Boeing 777-300ER | London (LHR) ↔ New York (JFK) | 31" | 17" | 4.5" | 3-4-3 | 3.5 |
| United Airlines | Boeing 777-200ER | London (LHR) ↔ New York (JFK) | 31" | 17" | 4.5" | 3-4-3 | 3.5 |
Boeing 777 Economy: Frequently Asked Questions
What seat layouts can you expect on the Boeing 777?
Across the routes we track, the Boeing 777 appears in these economy layouts: 3-3-3, 3-4-3. Seat configurations vary by airline, so always confirm the specific layout and seat pitch before booking.
What is the seat pitch (legroom) on the Boeing 777 economy?
In our data, Boeing 777 economy seat pitch ranges from 31"–33". For specific legroom on your route, see the comparison table below or browse the route pages.
Which airline offers the most legroom on the Boeing 777?
Singapore Airlines rates highest for comfort on the Boeing 777 in our data, with 32" seat pitch (Melbourne (MEL) ↔ Singapore (SIN)). Compare every airline in the table below.