American Airlines vs Hainan Airlines Business Class Comparison
| American Airlines | Hainan Airlines | |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 7/10 | 7/10 |
| Seat type | Flagship Suite | Lie-flat |
| Lie-flat | Yes | Yes |
| Seat width | 21 inches | 21 inches |
| Alliance | Oneworld | |
| IATA | AA | HU |
| Hubs | Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW), Miami (MIA), New York JFK (JFK) | Beijing (PEK), Haikou (HAK) |
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
Hainan Airlines — Pros & Cons
- + Skytrax 5-star airline
- + Good value for China routes
- + 787 Dreamliner fleet
- − Limited English service
- − Smaller international network
The verdict
Both American Airlines and Hainan Airlines earn a 7/10 rating, making this a close call. American Airlines offers Flagship Suite while Hainan Airlines features Lie-flat. Your decision should come down to route availability, alliance loyalty, and which seat product appeals more to you.