Aeroflot vs China Airlines Business Class Comparison
| Aeroflot | China Airlines | |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 7/10 | 7/10 |
| Seat type | Business Class Lie-Flat | Lie-flat Suite in 1-2-1 Layout on A350 |
| Lie-flat | Yes | Yes |
| Seat width | 21 inches | 22 inches |
| Alliance | SkyTeam | SkyTeam |
| IATA | SU | CI |
| Hubs | Sheremetyevo Airport (SVO) | Taipei Taoyuan (TPE) |
Aeroflot — Pros & Cons
- + Modern fleet with A350 and 777
- + Strong Moscow hub connectivity
- + SkyTeam benefits
- − Currently suspended from many destinations
- − Variable cabin product across fleet
- − Limited English service
China Airlines — Pros & Cons
- + Excellent A350 business class product
- + Refined Taiwanese service and cuisine
- + Good value premium fares from Asia
- − Older 777 and A330 products less competitive
- − Brand sometimes confused with mainland Chinese carriers
- − Limited long-haul network
The verdict
Both Aeroflot and China Airlines earn a 7/10 rating, making this a close call. Aeroflot offers Business Class Lie-Flat while China Airlines features Lie-flat Suite in 1-2-1 Layout on A350. Your decision should come down to route availability, alliance loyalty, and which seat product appeals more to you.