Air Astana vs Avianca Business Class Comparison
| Air Astana | Avianca | |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 7/10 | 7/10 |
| Seat type | Lie-flat Seat on 767, Recliner on A321LR | Lie-flat |
| Lie-flat | Yes | Yes |
| Seat width | 21 inches | 21 inches |
| Alliance | None | Star Alliance |
| IATA | KC | AV |
| Hubs | Almaty (ALA), Astana (TSE) | Bogota (BOG) |
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
Avianca — Pros & Cons
- + Star Alliance hub in South America
- + 787 fleet with lie-flat
- + Good value for Latin America
- − Small long-haul fleet
- − Limited lounge quality
The verdict
Both Air Astana and Avianca earn a 7/10 rating, making this a close call. Air Astana offers Lie-flat Seat on 767, Recliner on A321LR while Avianca features Lie-flat. Your decision should come down to route availability, alliance loyalty, and which seat product appeals more to you.