Air Astana vs Air Europa Business Class Comparison
| Air Astana | Air Europa | |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 7/10 | 7/10 |
| Seat type | Lie-flat Seat on 767, Recliner on A321LR | Business Class Fully Flat |
| Lie-flat | Yes | Yes |
| Seat width | 21 inches | 21 inches |
| Alliance | None | SkyTeam |
| IATA | KC | UX |
| Hubs | Almaty (ALA), Astana (TSE) | Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) |
Air Astana — Pros & Cons
- + Excellent service for a Central Asian carrier
- + Lie-flat on 767 long-haul
- + Modern fleet with A321LR for medium-haul
- − 767 is an aging platform
- − Small route network
- − A321LR business class is recliner only
Air Europa — Pros & Cons
- + Competitive fares on transatlantic routes
- + SkyTeam partner benefits
- + Dreamliner fleet for long-haul
- − Limited route network compared to Iberia
- − Older A330 cabins less refined
- − Hub only in Madrid
The verdict
Both Air Astana and Air Europa earn a 7/10 rating, making this a close call. Air Astana offers Lie-flat Seat on 767, Recliner on A321LR while Air Europa features Business Class Fully Flat. Your decision should come down to route availability, alliance loyalty, and which seat product appeals more to you.