Avianca vs Hainan Airlines Business Class Comparison
| Avianca | Hainan Airlines | |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 7/10 | 7/10 |
| Seat type | Lie-flat | Lie-flat |
| Lie-flat | Yes | Yes |
| Seat width | 21 inches | 21 inches |
| Alliance | Star Alliance | |
| IATA | AV | HU |
| Hubs | Bogota (BOG) | Beijing (PEK), Haikou (HAK) |
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
Hainan Airlines — Pros & Cons
- + Skytrax 5-star airline
- + Good value for China routes
- + 787 Dreamliner fleet
- − Limited English service
- − Smaller international network
The verdict
Both Avianca and Hainan Airlines earn a 7/10 rating, making this a close call. Avianca offers Lie-flat while Hainan Airlines features Lie-flat. Your decision should come down to route availability, alliance loyalty, and which seat product appeals more to you.