Azul Brazilian Airlines vs Garuda Indonesia Business Class Comparison
| Azul Brazilian Airlines | Garuda Indonesia | |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 7/10 | 7/10 |
| Seat type | Lie-flat Seat in 1-2-1 Layout on A330 | Lie-flat Seat in 1-2-1 Layout |
| Lie-flat | Yes | Yes |
| Seat width | 21 inches | 22 inches |
| Alliance | None | SkyTeam |
| IATA | AD | GA |
| Hubs | Campinas Viracopos (VCP), São Paulo Guarulhos (GRU) | Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta (CGK) |
Azul Brazilian Airlines — Pros & Cons
- + Modern A330neo with lie-flat product
- + Brazilian warmth in service
- + Competitive fares from Brazil
- − Limited international network
- − No alliance for global mileage earning
- − Campinas hub less convenient than GRU
Garuda Indonesia — Pros & Cons
- + Award-winning cabin crew service
- + Excellent Indonesian cuisine onboard
- + Modern A330neo product
- − International network has shrunk in recent years
- − Financial difficulties have affected consistency
- − Fleet renewal delays
The verdict
Both Azul Brazilian Airlines and Garuda Indonesia earn a 7/10 rating, making this a close call. Azul Brazilian Airlines offers Lie-flat Seat in 1-2-1 Layout on A330 while Garuda Indonesia features Lie-flat Seat in 1-2-1 Layout. Your decision should come down to route availability, alliance loyalty, and which seat product appeals more to you.