Air New Zealand vs SAS Scandinavian Airlines Business Class Comparison
| Air New Zealand | SAS Scandinavian Airlines | |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 8/10 | 7/10 |
| Seat type | Business Premier | Lie-flat |
| Lie-flat | Yes | Yes |
| Seat width | 22 inches | 21 inches |
| Alliance | Star Alliance | SkyTeam |
| IATA | NZ | SK |
| Hubs | Auckland (AKL) | Copenhagen (CPH), Stockholm Arlanda (ARN), Oslo Gardermoen (OSL) |
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
SAS Scandinavian Airlines — Pros & Cons
- + New A350 product
- + Strong Scandinavian network
- + SkyTeam partner benefits
- − Older A330 product on some routes
- − Recently switched from Star Alliance to SkyTeam
The verdict
Air New Zealand takes the edge with a 8/10 rating compared to 7/10 for SAS Scandinavian Airlines. Air New Zealand stands out with its Business Premier, while SAS Scandinavian Airlines offers Lie-flat. Both airlines provide lie-flat business class seats, so the best choice depends on your route, schedule, and personal preferences.