Azul Brazilian Airlines vs SAS Scandinavian Airlines Business Class Comparison
| Azul Brazilian Airlines | SAS Scandinavian Airlines | |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 7/10 | 7/10 |
| Seat type | Lie-flat Seat in 1-2-1 Layout on A330 | Lie-flat |
| Lie-flat | Yes | Yes |
| Seat width | 21 inches | 21 inches |
| Alliance | None | SkyTeam |
| IATA | AD | SK |
| Hubs | Campinas Viracopos (VCP), São Paulo Guarulhos (GRU) | Copenhagen (CPH), Stockholm Arlanda (ARN), Oslo Gardermoen (OSL) |
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
SAS Scandinavian Airlines — Pros & Cons
- + New A350 product
- + Strong Scandinavian network
- + SkyTeam partner benefits
- − Older A330 product on some routes
- − Recently switched from Star Alliance to SkyTeam
The verdict
Both Azul Brazilian Airlines and SAS Scandinavian Airlines 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 SAS Scandinavian Airlines features Lie-flat. Your decision should come down to route availability, alliance loyalty, and which seat product appeals more to you.