Air Canada vs Sichuan Airlines Business Class Comparison
| Air Canada | Sichuan Airlines | |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 8/10 | 7/10 |
| Seat type | Reverse Herringbone Suite with Sliding Door | Business Class Lie-Flat |
| Lie-flat | Yes | Yes |
| Seat width | 21 inches | 21 inches |
| Alliance | Star Alliance | None |
| IATA | AC | 3U |
| Hubs | Toronto Pearson (YYZ), Montreal-Trudeau (YUL), Vancouver (YVR) | Chengdu Shuangliu Airport (CTU), Chengdu Tianfu Airport (TFU) |
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
Sichuan Airlines — Pros & Cons
- + Modern A350 fleet
- + Growing international network
- + Competitive Chinese pricing
- − Limited brand awareness outside China
- − Variable product quality
- − Language barriers
The verdict
Air Canada takes the edge with a 8/10 rating compared to 7/10 for Sichuan Airlines. Air Canada stands out with its Reverse Herringbone Suite with Sliding Door, while Sichuan Airlines offers Business Class Lie-Flat. Both airlines provide lie-flat business class seats, so the best choice depends on your route, schedule, and personal preferences.