Air Canada vs Royal Brunei Airlines Business Class Comparison
| Air Canada | Royal Brunei Airlines | |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 8/10 | 7/10 |
| Seat type | Reverse Herringbone Suite with Sliding Door | Lie-flat Seat in 1-2-1 Layout on 787 |
| Lie-flat | Yes | Yes |
| Seat width | 21 inches | 22 inches |
| Alliance | Star Alliance | None |
| IATA | AC | BI |
| Hubs | Toronto Pearson (YYZ), Montreal-Trudeau (YUL), Vancouver (YVR) | Bandar Seri Begawan (BWN) |
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
Royal Brunei Airlines — Pros & Cons
- + Modern 787 product with spacious lie-flat seats
- + Calm and attentive service
- + Dry airline but generous soft product
- − No alcohol served (dry airline)
- − Very small route network
- − Limited lounge options at outstations
The verdict
Air Canada takes the edge with a 8/10 rating compared to 7/10 for Royal Brunei Airlines. Air Canada stands out with its Reverse Herringbone Suite with Sliding Door, while Royal Brunei Airlines offers Lie-flat Seat in 1-2-1 Layout on 787. Both airlines provide lie-flat business class seats, so the best choice depends on your route, schedule, and personal preferences.