Air New Zealand vs LOT Polish Airlines Business Class Comparison
| Air New Zealand | LOT Polish Airlines | |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 8/10 | 7/10 |
| Seat type | Business Premier | Lie-flat Seat in 1-2-1 Layout on 787 |
| Lie-flat | Yes | Yes |
| Seat width | 22 inches | 21 inches |
| Alliance | Star Alliance | Star Alliance |
| IATA | NZ | LO |
| Hubs | Auckland (AKL) | Warsaw Chopin (WAW) |
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
LOT Polish Airlines — Pros & Cons
- + Modern 787 fleet with competitive lie-flat product
- + Good Central European hub connectivity
- + Attractive fares from Warsaw
- − Soft product doesn't match Western European competitors
- − Limited lounge at Warsaw
- − Smaller long-haul network
The verdict
Air New Zealand takes the edge with a 8/10 rating compared to 7/10 for LOT Polish Airlines. Air New Zealand stands out with its Business Premier, while LOT Polish Airlines offers Lie-flat Seat in 1-2-1 Layout on 787. Both airlines provide lie-flat business class seats, so the best choice depends on your route, schedule, and personal preferences.