Air Canada vs Hawaiian Airlines Business Class Comparison
| Air Canada | Hawaiian Airlines | |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 8/10 | 7/10 |
| Seat type | Reverse Herringbone Suite with Sliding Door | Lie-flat Seat in 2-2-2 Layout on A330 |
| Lie-flat | Yes | Yes |
| Seat width | 21 inches | 19 inches |
| Alliance | Star Alliance | Oneworld |
| IATA | AC | HA |
| Hubs | Toronto Pearson (YYZ), Montreal-Trudeau (YUL), Vancouver (YVR) | Honolulu Daniel K. Inouye (HNL) |
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
Hawaiian Airlines — Pros & Cons
- + Hawaiian hospitality and island-inspired service
- + Lie-flat seats to Hawaii on A330
- + Incoming 787-9 fleet with new premium product
- − 2-2-2 layout lacks direct aisle access
- − Limited route network beyond Hawaii
- − Seat width narrower than competitors
The verdict
Air Canada takes the edge with a 8/10 rating compared to 7/10 for Hawaiian Airlines. Air Canada stands out with its Reverse Herringbone Suite with Sliding Door, while Hawaiian Airlines offers Lie-flat Seat in 2-2-2 Layout on A330. Both airlines provide lie-flat business class seats, so the best choice depends on your route, schedule, and personal preferences.