Asiana Airlines vs Hainan Airlines Business Class Comparison
| Asiana Airlines | Hainan Airlines | |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 8/10 | 7/10 |
| Seat type | Lie-flat Suite in 1-2-1 Layout | Lie-flat |
| Lie-flat | Yes | Yes |
| Seat width | 22 inches | 21 inches |
| Alliance | Star Alliance | |
| IATA | OZ | HU |
| Hubs | Seoul Incheon (ICN) | Beijing (PEK), Haikou (HAK) |
Asiana Airlines — Pros & Cons
- + Elegant Korean service with attention to detail
- + Modern A350 suite product
- + Excellent Korean cuisine onboard
- − Fleet integration with Korean Air ongoing
- − A380 being phased out
- − Smaller network than Korean Air
Hainan Airlines — Pros & Cons
- + Skytrax 5-star airline
- + Good value for China routes
- + 787 Dreamliner fleet
- − Limited English service
- − Smaller international network
The verdict
Asiana Airlines takes the edge with a 8/10 rating compared to 7/10 for Hainan Airlines. Asiana Airlines stands out with its Lie-flat Suite in 1-2-1 Layout, while Hainan Airlines offers Lie-flat. Both airlines provide lie-flat business class seats, so the best choice depends on your route, schedule, and personal preferences.