Air Astana vs Shenzhen Airlines Business Class Comparison
| Air Astana | Shenzhen Airlines | |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 7/10 | 7/10 |
| Seat type | Lie-flat Seat on 767, Recliner on A321LR | Business Class Lie-Flat |
| Lie-flat | Yes | Yes |
| Seat width | 21 inches | 21 inches |
| Alliance | None | Star Alliance |
| IATA | KC | ZH |
| Hubs | Almaty (ALA), Astana (TSE) | Shenzhen Bao'an Airport (SZX) |
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
Shenzhen Airlines — Pros & Cons
- + Star Alliance member
- + Modern 787 Dreamliner
- + Good connectivity from Shenzhen
- − Limited international exposure
- − Older A330 cabins
- − Mainly domestic focused
The verdict
Both Air Astana and Shenzhen Airlines earn a 7/10 rating, making this a close call. Air Astana offers Lie-flat Seat on 767, Recliner on A321LR while Shenzhen Airlines features Business Class Lie-Flat. Your decision should come down to route availability, alliance loyalty, and which seat product appeals more to you.