American Airlines vs Hawaiian Airlines Business Class Comparison
| American Airlines | Hawaiian Airlines | |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 7/10 | 7/10 |
| Seat type | Flagship Suite | Lie-flat Seat in 2-2-2 Layout on A330 |
| Lie-flat | Yes | Yes |
| Seat width | 21 inches | 19 inches |
| Alliance | Oneworld | Oneworld |
| IATA | AA | HA |
| Hubs | Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW), Miami (MIA), New York JFK (JFK) | Honolulu Daniel K. Inouye (HNL) |
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
Hawaiian Airlines — Pros & Cons
- + Hawaiian hospitality and island-inspired service
- + Lie-flat seats to Hawaii on A330
- + Incoming 787-9 fleet with new premium product
- − 2-2-2 layout lacks direct aisle access
- − Limited route network beyond Hawaii
- − Seat width narrower than competitors
The verdict
Both American Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines earn a 7/10 rating, making this a close call. American Airlines offers Flagship Suite while Hawaiian Airlines features Lie-flat Seat in 2-2-2 Layout on A330. Your decision should come down to route availability, alliance loyalty, and which seat product appeals more to you.