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.