Air Tanzania’s 787 business class is the most comfortable way to fly with Tanzania’s national airline. It is available only on the airline’s Boeing 787-8 Dreamliners, which are used on long international routes and some busy regional and domestic sectors. This guide explains what the cabin offers, which routes it serves, how to book it and how it compares with other airlines.
The 787 business class cabin
Each of Air Tanzania’s three 787-8s has a small business-class cabin of 22 seats at the front of the aircraft, ahead of 240 economy seats. The seats are wider than in economy, with much more legroom and recline, and the cabin benefits from the Dreamliner’s large windows, quieter engines and more comfortable cabin pressure and humidity. Details such as seat type and layout can vary, so check the seat map for your flight. Our article on the Air Tanzania 787 fleet describes the aircraft in more detail.
What is included in Air Tanzania business class
- Priority check-in, security (where available) and boarding.
- A higher checked baggage allowance than economy; see our guide to Air Tanzania’s baggage allowance.
- Meals and drinks served at your seat, with menus that vary by route and length of flight.
- Personal entertainment and blankets or amenity items on longer flights, depending on the route.
- Lounge access at some airports, depending on the airport and ticket.
- Extra Twiga Miles when you are a member of the frequent flyer programme.
Inclusions change over time, so confirm them in your fare conditions when you book.
Routes where you can fly 787 business class
Air Tanzania uses its Dreamliners from Dar es Salaam on longer international routes, including the Dar es Salaam-Mumbai route and services to the Middle East and Asia, and on some high-demand regional and domestic flights. Because aircraft are assigned by schedule and demand, the same route may sometimes be flown by a smaller jet with a different business-class product. Always check the aircraft type before booking if the 787 cabin matters to you.
How to book Air Tanzania’s 787 business class
- Search your route on the official Air Tanzania website or with a travel agent.
- Select the business-class fare and check the flight details for “787” as the aircraft type.
- Read the fare rules for changes, refunds and baggage.
- Choose your seat, add your Twiga Miles number and pay.
- Check in online or at the airport and use the priority counters.
Service on board
Business-class passengers are looked after by Air Tanzania’s cabin crew in a dedicated cabin, with meal service timed to the flight. Reviews of the service vary from flight to flight, so read recent independent reviews rather than relying on marketing claims.
How it compares with other airlines
Large international carriers that serve Tanzania, such as Emirates, Qatar Airways, Ethiopian Airlines, Turkish Airlines and KLM, generally offer fully flat beds, larger lounges and bigger networks. Air Tanzania’s advantages are direct flights from Dar es Salaam on some routes, convenient domestic connections and often competitive fares. Compare the seat type, total journey time and price for your trip.
Things to know before you book
Air Tanzania was added to the EU Air Safety List in December 2024, which keeps it out of European Union airspace while the listing applies. This does not affect routes within Africa, to the Middle East or to Asia. Schedules, prices and inclusions change, so check the latest information before you travel.
Is Air Tanzania 787 business class worth it?
If you value extra space, priority service and a quieter cabin on a long flight from Dar es Salaam, Air Tanzania’s 787 business class is a comfortable choice, especially on routes where it saves you a connection. Check the aircraft, fare rules and current regulatory status first.
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