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Air Belgium vs Austrian Airlines Business Class Comparison

Air Belgium Austrian Airlines
Rating 7/10 7/10
Seat type Business Class Lie-Flat Lie-flat Seat in 1-2-1 Layout
Lie-flat Yes Yes
Seat width 21 inches 20 inches
Alliance None Star Alliance
IATA KF OS
Hubs Brussels South Charleroi Airport (CRL) Vienna International (VIE)

Air Belgium — Pros & Cons

  • + Modern A330neo fleet
  • + Competitive pricing
  • + Good African network
  • Limited route network
  • Secondary Brussels airport
  • Less established brand

Austrian Airlines — Pros & Cons

  • + Charming Austrian hospitality
  • + Famous onboard espresso service
  • + Strong Central European hub connectivity
  • 767 product is aging
  • Smaller long-haul network
  • Entertainment screens smaller than competitors

The verdict

Both Air Belgium and Austrian Airlines earn a 7/10 rating, making this a close call. Air Belgium offers Business Class Lie-Flat while Austrian Airlines features Lie-flat Seat in 1-2-1 Layout. Your decision should come down to route availability, alliance loyalty, and which seat product appeals more to you.

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