Air Canada vs Virgin Atlantic Business Class Comparison
| Air Canada | Virgin Atlantic | |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 8/10 | 8/10 |
| Seat type | Reverse Herringbone Suite with Sliding Door | Upper Class Suite |
| Lie-flat | Yes | Yes |
| Seat width | 21 inches | 22 inches |
| Alliance | Star Alliance | |
| IATA | AC | VS |
| Hubs | Toronto Pearson (YYZ), Montreal-Trudeau (YUL), Vancouver (YVR) | London Heathrow (LHR) |
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
Virgin Atlantic — Pros & Cons
- + Social space 'The Loft' bar
- + Distinctive design and brand
- + New A350 suites with privacy door
- − Smaller network than BA
- − Older A330 product being replaced
The verdict
Both Air Canada and Virgin Atlantic earn a 8/10 rating, making this a close call. Air Canada offers Reverse Herringbone Suite with Sliding Door while Virgin Atlantic features Upper Class Suite. Your decision should come down to route availability, alliance loyalty, and which seat product appeals more to you.