Air Canada vs Air France Business Class Comparison
| Air Canada | Air France | |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 8/10 | 8/10 |
| Seat type | Reverse Herringbone Suite with Sliding Door | Lie-flat Seat with French Fine Dining |
| Lie-flat | Yes | Yes |
| Seat width | 21 inches | 21 inches |
| Alliance | Star Alliance | SkyTeam |
| IATA | AC | AF |
| Hubs | Toronto Pearson (YYZ), Montreal-Trudeau (YUL), Vancouver (YVR) | Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) |
Air Canada — Pros & Cons
- + 1-2-1 layout with direct aisle access on all long-haul aircraft
- + Door suites on 787 Dreamliner
- + Strong Star Alliance partner network
- − Older 777 product still on some routes
- − Lounge network outside Canada is limited
Air France — Pros & Cons
- + Outstanding French-inspired fine dining at altitude
- + Reverse herringbone 1-2-1 on most long-haul aircraft
- + Elegant cabin design and amenity kits
- − No enclosed suite or door on current product
- − Some older A330 routes have less competitive seats
The verdict
Both Air Canada and Air France earn a 8/10 rating, making this a close call. Air Canada offers Reverse Herringbone Suite with Sliding Door while Air France features Lie-flat Seat with French Fine Dining. Your decision should come down to route availability, alliance loyalty, and which seat product appeals more to you.