Air Astana vs Royal Brunei Airlines Business Class Comparison
| Air Astana | Royal Brunei Airlines | |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 7/10 | 7/10 |
| Seat type | Lie-flat Seat on 767, Recliner on A321LR | Lie-flat Seat in 1-2-1 Layout on 787 |
| Lie-flat | Yes | Yes |
| Seat width | 21 inches | 22 inches |
| Alliance | None | None |
| IATA | KC | BI |
| Hubs | Almaty (ALA), Astana (TSE) | Bandar Seri Begawan (BWN) |
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
Royal Brunei Airlines — Pros & Cons
- + Modern 787 product with spacious lie-flat seats
- + Calm and attentive service
- + Dry airline but generous soft product
- − No alcohol served (dry airline)
- − Very small route network
- − Limited lounge options at outstations
The verdict
Both Air Astana and Royal Brunei Airlines earn a 7/10 rating, making this a close call. Air Astana offers Lie-flat Seat on 767, Recliner on A321LR while Royal Brunei Airlines features Lie-flat Seat in 1-2-1 Layout on 787. Your decision should come down to route availability, alliance loyalty, and which seat product appeals more to you.