American Airlines vs China Airlines Business Class Comparison
| American Airlines | China Airlines | |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 7/10 | 7/10 |
| Seat type | Flagship Suite | Lie-flat Suite in 1-2-1 Layout on A350 |
| Lie-flat | Yes | Yes |
| Seat width | 21 inches | 22 inches |
| Alliance | Oneworld | SkyTeam |
| IATA | AA | CI |
| Hubs | Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW), Miami (MIA), New York JFK (JFK) | Taipei Taoyuan (TPE) |
American Airlines — Pros & Cons
- + Flagship Suite with privacy door on new aircraft
- + Flagship Lounge dining at key hubs
- + Largest Oneworld network from the US
- − Older 777-200s still lack premium hard product
- − Inconsistent service quality across crews
China Airlines — Pros & Cons
- + Excellent A350 business class product
- + Refined Taiwanese service and cuisine
- + Good value premium fares from Asia
- − Older 777 and A330 products less competitive
- − Brand sometimes confused with mainland Chinese carriers
- − Limited long-haul network
The verdict
Both American Airlines and China Airlines earn a 7/10 rating, making this a close call. American Airlines offers Flagship Suite while China Airlines features Lie-flat Suite in 1-2-1 Layout on A350. Your decision should come down to route availability, alliance loyalty, and which seat product appeals more to you.