Air New Zealand vs Delta Air Lines Business Class Comparison
| Air New Zealand | Delta Air Lines | |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 8/10 | 8/10 |
| Seat type | Business Premier | Delta One Suite with Privacy Door |
| Lie-flat | Yes | Yes |
| Seat width | 22 inches | 22 inches |
| Alliance | Star Alliance | SkyTeam |
| IATA | NZ | DL |
| Hubs | Auckland (AKL) | Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta (ATL), John F. Kennedy International (JFK), Los Angeles International (LAX) |
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
Delta Air Lines — Pros & Cons
- + Delta One Suite has a closing door — rare for US carriers
- + Strong domestic connectivity from multiple hubs
- + Consistent service quality for a US airline
- − Delta One Suite only on A350 and A330-900; older 767 lacks door
- − Wine and dining trail top international carriers
The verdict
Both Air New Zealand and Delta Air Lines earn a 8/10 rating, making this a close call. Air New Zealand offers Business Premier while Delta Air Lines features Delta One Suite with Privacy Door. Your decision should come down to route availability, alliance loyalty, and which seat product appeals more to you.