Air Astana vs WestJet Business Class Comparison
| Air Astana | WestJet | |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 7/10 | 7/10 |
| Seat type | Lie-flat Seat on 767, Recliner on A321LR | Business Class Pods |
| Lie-flat | Yes | Yes |
| Seat width | 21 inches | 21 inches |
| Alliance | None | None |
| IATA | KC | WS |
| Hubs | Almaty (ALA), Astana (TSE) | Calgary International Airport (YYC), Toronto Pearson Airport (YYZ) |
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
WestJet — Pros & Cons
- + Excellent 787 business class product
- + Canadian friendly service
- + Competitive pricing
- − Limited international network
- − 767 has older cabin
- − Smaller route network than Air Canada
The verdict
Both Air Astana and WestJet earn a 7/10 rating, making this a close call. Air Astana offers Lie-flat Seat on 767, Recliner on A321LR while WestJet features Business Class Pods. Your decision should come down to route availability, alliance loyalty, and which seat product appeals more to you.