American Airlines vs Iberia Business Class Comparison
| American Airlines | Iberia | |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 7/10 | 7/10 |
| Seat type | Flagship Suite | Lie-flat |
| Lie-flat | Yes | Yes |
| Seat width | 21 inches | 20 inches |
| Alliance | Oneworld | Oneworld |
| IATA | AA | IB |
| Hubs | Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW), Miami (MIA), New York JFK (JFK) | Madrid Barajas (MAD) |
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
Iberia — Pros & Cons
- + Strong network to Latin America
- + Avios points earning with BA
- + Competitive pricing from Madrid
- − Hard product not best in class
- − Limited European hub connectivity vs BA
The verdict
Both American Airlines and Iberia earn a 7/10 rating, making this a close call. American Airlines offers Flagship Suite while Iberia features Lie-flat. Your decision should come down to route availability, alliance loyalty, and which seat product appeals more to you.