Avianca vs Hawaiian Airlines Business Class Comparison
| Avianca | Hawaiian Airlines | |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 7/10 | 7/10 |
| Seat type | Lie-flat | Lie-flat Seat in 2-2-2 Layout on A330 |
| Lie-flat | Yes | Yes |
| Seat width | 21 inches | 19 inches |
| Alliance | Star Alliance | Oneworld |
| IATA | AV | HA |
| Hubs | Bogota (BOG) | Honolulu Daniel K. Inouye (HNL) |
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
Hawaiian Airlines — Pros & Cons
- + Hawaiian hospitality and island-inspired service
- + Lie-flat seats to Hawaii on A330
- + Incoming 787-9 fleet with new premium product
- − 2-2-2 layout lacks direct aisle access
- − Limited route network beyond Hawaii
- − Seat width narrower than competitors
The verdict
Both Avianca and Hawaiian Airlines earn a 7/10 rating, making this a close call. Avianca offers Lie-flat while Hawaiian Airlines features Lie-flat Seat in 2-2-2 Layout on A330. Your decision should come down to route availability, alliance loyalty, and which seat product appeals more to you.