British Airways vs SAS Scandinavian Airlines Business Class Comparison
| British Airways | SAS Scandinavian Airlines | |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 8/10 | 7/10 |
| Seat type | Club Suite with Privacy Door | Lie-flat |
| Lie-flat | Yes | Yes |
| Seat width | 21 inches | 21 inches |
| Alliance | Oneworld | SkyTeam |
| IATA | BA | SK |
| Hubs | London Heathrow Airport (LHR) | Copenhagen (CPH), Stockholm Arlanda (ARN), Oslo Gardermoen (OSL) |
British Airways — Pros & Cons
- + Club Suite features a closing door in a 1-2-1 layout
- + Extensive long-haul network from London
- + Oneworld partner lounge access worldwide
- − Older 777 and 787 still use outdated Club World without doors
- − Soft product (food, amenities) lags top Asian and Gulf carriers
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
British Airways takes the edge with a 8/10 rating compared to 7/10 for SAS Scandinavian Airlines. British Airways stands out with its Club Suite with Privacy Door, while SAS Scandinavian Airlines offers Lie-flat. Both airlines provide lie-flat business class seats, so the best choice depends on your route, schedule, and personal preferences.