Air New Zealand vs ANA (All Nippon Airways) Business Class Comparison
| Air New Zealand | ANA (All Nippon Airways) | |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 8/10 | 9/10 |
| Seat type | Business Premier | The Room Lie-flat Suite |
| Lie-flat | Yes | Yes |
| Seat width | 22 inches | 24 inches |
| Alliance | Star Alliance | Star Alliance |
| IATA | NZ | NH |
| Hubs | Auckland (AKL) | Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND), Narita International Airport (NRT) |
Air New Zealand — Pros & Cons
- + Herringbone lie-flat with direct aisle access
- + Award-winning New Zealand wines
- + Excellent service reputation
- − Long flights to reach NZ from Europe
- − Smaller network
ANA (All Nippon Airways) — Pros & Cons
- + The Room suite offers a door and exceptional privacy
- + Outstanding Japanese-inspired cuisine
- + Impeccable service standards
- − Limited to transpacific and select European routes
- − The Room only on 777-300ER; 787 product is older
The verdict
ANA (All Nippon Airways) takes the edge with a 9/10 rating compared to 8/10 for Air New Zealand. ANA (All Nippon Airways) stands out with its The Room Lie-flat Suite, while Air New Zealand offers Business Premier. Both airlines provide lie-flat business class seats, so the best choice depends on your route, schedule, and personal preferences.