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American Airlines vs Korean Air Business Class Comparison

American Airlines Korean Air
Rating 7/10 8/10
Seat type Flagship Suite Prestige Suite 2.0
Lie-flat Yes Yes
Seat width 21 inches 21 inches
Alliance Oneworld SkyTeam
IATA AA KE
Hubs Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW), Miami (MIA), New York JFK (JFK) Seoul Incheon (ICN)

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

Korean Air — Pros & Cons

  • + Prestige Suite 2.0 with sliding door on 787
  • + Excellent Korean cuisine
  • + Strong Asian network
  • Inconsistent product across fleet
  • Older 777 product still flying

The verdict

Korean Air takes the edge with a 8/10 rating compared to 7/10 for American Airlines. Korean Air stands out with its Prestige Suite 2.0, 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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