Air Astana vs Korean Air Business Class Comparison
| Air Astana | Korean Air | |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 7/10 | 8/10 |
| Seat type | Lie-flat Seat on 767, Recliner on A321LR | Prestige Suite 2.0 |
| Lie-flat | Yes | Yes |
| Seat width | 21 inches | 21 inches |
| Alliance | None | SkyTeam |
| IATA | KC | KE |
| Hubs | Almaty (ALA), Astana (TSE) | Seoul Incheon (ICN) |
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
Korean Air — Pros & Cons
- + Prestige Suite 2.0 with sliding door on 787
- + Excellent Korean cuisine
- + Strong Asian network
- − Inconsistent product across fleet
- − Older 777 product still flying
The verdict
Korean Air takes the edge with a 8/10 rating compared to 7/10 for Air Astana. Korean Air stands out with its Prestige Suite 2.0, while Air Astana offers Lie-flat Seat on 767, Recliner on A321LR. Both airlines provide lie-flat business class seats, so the best choice depends on your route, schedule, and personal preferences.