Air Canada vs ANA (All Nippon Airways) Business Class Comparison
| Air Canada | ANA (All Nippon Airways) | |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 8/10 | 9/10 |
| Seat type | Reverse Herringbone Suite with Sliding Door | The Room Lie-flat Suite |
| Lie-flat | Yes | Yes |
| Seat width | 21 inches | 24 inches |
| Alliance | Star Alliance | Star Alliance |
| IATA | AC | NH |
| Hubs | Toronto Pearson (YYZ), Montreal-Trudeau (YUL), Vancouver (YVR) | Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND), Narita International Airport (NRT) |
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
ANA (All Nippon Airways) — Pros & Cons
- + The Room suite offers a door and exceptional privacy
- + Outstanding Japanese-inspired cuisine
- + Impeccable service standards
- − Limited to transpacific and select European routes
- − The Room only on 777-300ER; 787 product is older
The verdict
ANA (All Nippon Airways) takes the edge with a 9/10 rating compared to 8/10 for Air Canada. ANA (All Nippon Airways) stands out with its The Room Lie-flat Suite, while Air Canada offers Reverse Herringbone Suite with Sliding Door. Both airlines provide lie-flat business class seats, so the best choice depends on your route, schedule, and personal preferences.