Air Europa vs Hainan Airlines Business Class Comparison
| Air Europa | Hainan Airlines | |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 7/10 | 7/10 |
| Seat type | Business Class Fully Flat | Lie-flat |
| Lie-flat | Yes | Yes |
| Seat width | 21 inches | 21 inches |
| Alliance | SkyTeam | |
| IATA | UX | HU |
| Hubs | Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) | Beijing (PEK), Haikou (HAK) |
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
Hainan Airlines — Pros & Cons
- + Skytrax 5-star airline
- + Good value for China routes
- + 787 Dreamliner fleet
- − Limited English service
- − Smaller international network
The verdict
Both Air Europa and Hainan Airlines earn a 7/10 rating, making this a close call. Air Europa offers Business Class Fully Flat while Hainan Airlines features Lie-flat. Your decision should come down to route availability, alliance loyalty, and which seat product appeals more to you.