Air Europa vs Azul Brazilian Airlines Business Class Comparison
| Air Europa | Azul Brazilian Airlines | |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 7/10 | 7/10 |
| Seat type | Business Class Fully Flat | Lie-flat Seat in 1-2-1 Layout on A330 |
| Lie-flat | Yes | Yes |
| Seat width | 21 inches | 21 inches |
| Alliance | SkyTeam | None |
| IATA | UX | AD |
| Hubs | Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) | Campinas Viracopos (VCP), São Paulo Guarulhos (GRU) |
Air Europa — Pros & Cons
- + Competitive fares on transatlantic routes
- + SkyTeam partner benefits
- + Dreamliner fleet for long-haul
- − Limited route network compared to Iberia
- − Older A330 cabins less refined
- − Hub only in Madrid
Azul Brazilian Airlines — Pros & Cons
- + Modern A330neo with lie-flat product
- + Brazilian warmth in service
- + Competitive fares from Brazil
- − Limited international network
- − No alliance for global mileage earning
- − Campinas hub less convenient than GRU
The verdict
Both Air Europa and Azul Brazilian Airlines earn a 7/10 rating, making this a close call. Air Europa offers Business Class Fully Flat while Azul Brazilian Airlines features Lie-flat Seat in 1-2-1 Layout on A330. Your decision should come down to route availability, alliance loyalty, and which seat product appeals more to you.