Air Astana vs Hawaiian Airlines Business Class Comparison
| Air Astana | Hawaiian Airlines | |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 7/10 | 7/10 |
| Seat type | Lie-flat Seat on 767, Recliner on A321LR | Lie-flat Seat in 2-2-2 Layout on A330 |
| Lie-flat | Yes | Yes |
| Seat width | 21 inches | 19 inches |
| Alliance | None | Oneworld |
| IATA | KC | HA |
| Hubs | Almaty (ALA), Astana (TSE) | Honolulu Daniel K. Inouye (HNL) |
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
Hawaiian Airlines — Pros & Cons
- + Hawaiian hospitality and island-inspired service
- + Lie-flat seats to Hawaii on A330
- + Incoming 787-9 fleet with new premium product
- − 2-2-2 layout lacks direct aisle access
- − Limited route network beyond Hawaii
- − Seat width narrower than competitors
The verdict
Both Air Astana and Hawaiian Airlines earn a 7/10 rating, making this a close call. Air Astana offers Lie-flat Seat on 767, Recliner on A321LR while Hawaiian Airlines features Lie-flat Seat in 2-2-2 Layout on A330. Your decision should come down to route availability, alliance loyalty, and which seat product appeals more to you.