American Airlines vs WestJet Business Class Comparison
| American Airlines | WestJet | |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 7/10 | 7/10 |
| Seat type | Flagship Suite | Business Class Pods |
| Lie-flat | Yes | Yes |
| Seat width | 21 inches | 21 inches |
| Alliance | Oneworld | None |
| IATA | AA | WS |
| Hubs | Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW), Miami (MIA), New York JFK (JFK) | Calgary International Airport (YYC), Toronto Pearson Airport (YYZ) |
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
WestJet — Pros & Cons
- + Excellent 787 business class product
- + Canadian friendly service
- + Competitive pricing
- − Limited international network
- − 767 has older cabin
- − Smaller route network than Air Canada
The verdict
Both American Airlines and WestJet earn a 7/10 rating, making this a close call. American Airlines offers Flagship Suite while WestJet features Business Class Pods. Your decision should come down to route availability, alliance loyalty, and which seat product appeals more to you.