Air Astana vs Philippine Airlines Business Class Comparison
| Air Astana | Philippine Airlines | |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 7/10 | 7/10 |
| Seat type | Lie-flat Seat on 767, Recliner on A321LR | Lie-flat Suite on Airbus A350-900 |
| Lie-flat | Yes | Yes |
| Seat width | 21 inches | 22 inches |
| Alliance | None | None |
| IATA | KC | PR |
| Hubs | Almaty (ALA), Astana (TSE) | Manila Ninoy Aquino (MNL) |
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
Philippine Airlines — Pros & Cons
- + Excellent A350 business class with enclosed suites
- + Warm Filipino hospitality
- + Competitive fares from Manila
- − Older 777 product still in service
- − Manila airport experience is challenging
- − Not part of any alliance
The verdict
Both Air Astana and Philippine Airlines earn a 7/10 rating, making this a close call. Air Astana offers Lie-flat Seat on 767, Recliner on A321LR while Philippine Airlines features Lie-flat Suite on Airbus A350-900. Your decision should come down to route availability, alliance loyalty, and which seat product appeals more to you.