Cathay Dragon vs Sichuan Airlines Business Class Comparison
| Cathay Dragon | Sichuan Airlines | |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 7/10 | 7/10 |
| Seat type | Regional Business Class | Business Class Lie-Flat |
| Lie-flat | No | Yes |
| Seat width | 21 inches | 21 inches |
| Alliance | Oneworld (via Cathay Pacific) | None |
| IATA | KA | 3U |
| Hubs | Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) | Chengdu Shuangliu Airport (CTU), Chengdu Tianfu Airport (TFU) |
Cathay Dragon — Pros & Cons
- + Cathay Pacific quality
- + Good regional network
- + Oneworld benefits
- − No lie-flat on regional routes
- − Brand discontinued
- − Now operated as Cathay Pacific
Sichuan Airlines — Pros & Cons
- + Modern A350 fleet
- + Growing international network
- + Competitive Chinese pricing
- − Limited brand awareness outside China
- − Variable product quality
- − Language barriers
The verdict
Both Cathay Dragon and Sichuan Airlines earn a 7/10 rating, making this a close call. Cathay Dragon offers Regional Business Class while Sichuan Airlines features Business Class Lie-Flat. Your decision should come down to route availability, alliance loyalty, and which seat product appeals more to you.