ANA (All Nippon Airways) vs Emirates Business Class Comparison
| ANA (All Nippon Airways) | Emirates | |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 9/10 | 9/10 |
| Seat type | The Room Lie-flat Suite | Lie-flat Seat with Personal Minibar |
| Lie-flat | Yes | Yes |
| Seat width | 24 inches | 20 inches |
| Alliance | Star Alliance | None |
| IATA | NH | EK |
| Hubs | Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND), Narita International Airport (NRT) | Dubai International Airport (DXB) |
ANA (All Nippon Airways) — Pros & Cons
- + The Room suite offers a door and exceptional privacy
- + Outstanding Japanese-inspired cuisine
- + Impeccable service standards
- − Limited to transpacific and select European routes
- − The Room only on 777-300ER; 787 product is older
Emirates — Pros & Cons
- + Onboard bar and lounge on A380
- + Personal minibar at every seat
- + Massive global route network
- − 777 business class uses 2-3-2 layout without direct aisle access
- − No enclosed suites on current fleet
The verdict
Both ANA (All Nippon Airways) and Emirates earn a 9/10 rating, making this a close call. ANA (All Nippon Airways) offers The Room Lie-flat Suite while Emirates features Lie-flat Seat with Personal Minibar. Your decision should come down to route availability, alliance loyalty, and which seat product appeals more to you.