Air Belgium vs China Airlines Business Class Comparison
| Air Belgium | China Airlines | |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 7/10 | 7/10 |
| Seat type | Business Class Lie-Flat | Lie-flat Suite in 1-2-1 Layout on A350 |
| Lie-flat | Yes | Yes |
| Seat width | 21 inches | 22 inches |
| Alliance | None | SkyTeam |
| IATA | KF | CI |
| Hubs | Brussels South Charleroi Airport (CRL) | Taipei Taoyuan (TPE) |
Air Belgium — Pros & Cons
- + Modern A330neo fleet
- + Competitive pricing
- + Good African network
- − Limited route network
- − Secondary Brussels airport
- − Less established brand
China Airlines — Pros & Cons
- + Excellent A350 business class product
- + Refined Taiwanese service and cuisine
- + Good value premium fares from Asia
- − Older 777 and A330 products less competitive
- − Brand sometimes confused with mainland Chinese carriers
- − Limited long-haul network
The verdict
Both Air Belgium and China Airlines earn a 7/10 rating, making this a close call. Air Belgium offers Business Class Lie-Flat while China Airlines features Lie-flat Suite in 1-2-1 Layout on A350. Your decision should come down to route availability, alliance loyalty, and which seat product appeals more to you.