Air Astana vs KLM Royal Dutch Airlines Business Class Comparison
| Air Astana | KLM Royal Dutch Airlines | |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 20 inches |
| Alliance | None | SkyTeam |
| IATA | KC | KL |
| Hubs | Almaty (ALA), Astana (TSE) | Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) |
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
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines — Pros & Cons
- + Strong Amsterdam hub with short connections
- + Full lie-flat on all long-haul
- + Dutch-designed amenity kits
- − Narrow 2-2-2 layout on 777s lacks privacy
- − No direct aisle access for all seats
The verdict
Both Air Astana and KLM Royal Dutch Airlines earn a 7/10 rating, making this a close call. Air Astana offers Lie-flat Seat on 767, Recliner on A321LR while KLM Royal Dutch Airlines features Lie-flat. Your decision should come down to route availability, alliance loyalty, and which seat product appeals more to you.