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Avianca vs Ethiopian Airlines Business Class Comparison

Avianca Ethiopian Airlines
Rating 7/10 7/10
Seat type Lie-flat Cloud Nine
Lie-flat Yes Yes
Seat width 21 inches 21 inches
Alliance Star Alliance Star Alliance
IATA AV ET
Hubs Bogota (BOG) Addis Ababa (ADD)

Avianca — Pros & Cons

  • + Star Alliance hub in South America
  • + 787 fleet with lie-flat
  • + Good value for Latin America
  • Small long-haul fleet
  • Limited lounge quality

Ethiopian Airlines — Pros & Cons

  • + Largest African carrier network
  • + Modern all-Boeing/Airbus fleet
  • + Strong connectivity within Africa
  • Lounge below Gulf/European standards
  • Service inconsistency

The verdict

Both Avianca and Ethiopian Airlines earn a 7/10 rating, making this a close call. Avianca offers Lie-flat while Ethiopian Airlines features Cloud Nine. Your decision should come down to route availability, alliance loyalty, and which seat product appeals more to you.

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