Avianca vs TAP Air Portugal Business Class Comparison
| Avianca | TAP Air Portugal | |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 7/10 | 7/10 |
| Seat type | Lie-flat | Lie-flat |
| Lie-flat | Yes | Yes |
| Seat width | 21 inches | 20 inches |
| Alliance | Star Alliance | Star Alliance |
| IATA | AV | TP |
| Hubs | Bogota (BOG) | Lisbon (LIS) |
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
TAP Air Portugal — Pros & Cons
- + Strong network to Brazil and Africa
- + Competitive pricing from Lisbon
- + New A330neo product
- − Seat width below average at 20 inches
- − Limited long-haul fleet
The verdict
Both Avianca and TAP Air Portugal earn a 7/10 rating, making this a close call. Avianca offers Lie-flat while TAP Air Portugal features Lie-flat. Your decision should come down to route availability, alliance loyalty, and which seat product appeals more to you.