Air Canada vs Starlux Airlines Business Class Comparison
| Air Canada | Starlux Airlines | |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 8/10 | 8/10 |
| Seat type | Reverse Herringbone Suite with Sliding Door | Lie-flat |
| Lie-flat | Yes | Yes |
| Seat width | 21 inches | 22 inches |
| Alliance | Star Alliance | |
| IATA | AC | JX |
| Hubs | Toronto Pearson (YYZ), Montreal-Trudeau (YUL), Vancouver (YVR) | Taipei Taoyuan (TPE) |
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
Starlux Airlines — Pros & Cons
- + Brand new fleet and cabin
- + Luxury-focused brand
- + Excellent Taiwanese hospitality
- − Limited network still growing
- − New airline with small track record
The verdict
Both Air Canada and Starlux Airlines earn a 8/10 rating, making this a close call. Air Canada offers Reverse Herringbone Suite with Sliding Door while Starlux Airlines features Lie-flat. Your decision should come down to route availability, alliance loyalty, and which seat product appeals more to you.