Air Astana vs Cathay Dragon Business Class Comparison
| Air Astana | Cathay Dragon | |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 7/10 | 7/10 |
| Seat type | Lie-flat Seat on 767, Recliner on A321LR | Regional Business Class |
| Lie-flat | Yes | No |
| Seat width | 21 inches | 21 inches |
| Alliance | None | Oneworld (via Cathay Pacific) |
| IATA | KC | KA |
| Hubs | Almaty (ALA), Astana (TSE) | Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) |
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
Cathay Dragon — Pros & Cons
- + Cathay Pacific quality
- + Good regional network
- + Oneworld benefits
- − No lie-flat on regional routes
- − Brand discontinued
- − Now operated as Cathay Pacific
The verdict
Both Air Astana and Cathay Dragon earn a 7/10 rating, making this a close call. Air Astana offers Lie-flat Seat on 767, Recliner on A321LR while Cathay Dragon features Regional Business Class. Your decision should come down to route availability, alliance loyalty, and which seat product appeals more to you.