Bangkok Airways vs Vietnam Airlines Business Class Comparison
| Bangkok Airways | Vietnam Airlines | |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 7/10 | 7/10 |
| Seat type | Boutique Business Class | Lie-flat |
| Lie-flat | No | Yes |
| Seat width | 21 inches | 21 inches |
| Alliance | None | SkyTeam |
| IATA | PG | VN |
| Hubs | Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) | Hanoi (HAN), Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) |
Bangkok Airways — Pros & Cons
- + Boutique airline experience
- + Excellent lounges
- + Unique Thai destinations
- − No lie-flat seats
- − Premium pricing
- − Limited international routes
Vietnam Airlines — Pros & Cons
- + 787 and A350 fleet with lie-flat
- + Good value pricing
- + Strong Southeast Asia network
- − Service not consistent across routes
- − Older A330 still on some routes
The verdict
Both Bangkok Airways and Vietnam Airlines earn a 7/10 rating, making this a close call. Bangkok Airways offers Boutique Business Class while Vietnam Airlines features Lie-flat. Your decision should come down to route availability, alliance loyalty, and which seat product appeals more to you.