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American Airlines vs JetBlue Business Class Comparison

American Airlines JetBlue
Rating 7/10 8/10
Seat type Flagship Suite Mint Suite
Lie-flat Yes Yes
Seat width 21 inches 22 inches
Alliance Oneworld
IATA AA B6
Hubs Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW), Miami (MIA), New York JFK (JFK) New York JFK (JFK), Boston (BOS)

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

JetBlue — Pros & Cons

  • + Full suite with closing door on A321
  • + Competitive pricing vs legacy carriers
  • + Free Wi-Fi for all passengers
  • Limited to US domestic and transatlantic
  • Small Mint cabin (24 seats max)

The verdict

JetBlue takes the edge with a 8/10 rating compared to 7/10 for American Airlines. JetBlue stands out with its Mint Suite, while American Airlines offers Flagship Suite. Both airlines provide lie-flat business class seats, so the best choice depends on your route, schedule, and personal preferences.

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