China Airlines vs Condor Business Class Comparison
| China Airlines | Condor | |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 7/10 | 7/10 |
| Seat type | Lie-flat Suite in 1-2-1 Layout on A350 | Prime Seat Lie-flat on A330neo |
| Lie-flat | Yes | Yes |
| Seat width | 22 inches | 22 inches |
| Alliance | SkyTeam | None |
| IATA | CI | DE |
| Hubs | Taipei Taoyuan (TPE) | Frankfurt (FRA) |
China Airlines — Pros & Cons
- + Excellent A350 business class product
- + Refined Taiwanese service and cuisine
- + Good value premium fares from Asia
- − Older 777 and A330 products less competitive
- − Brand sometimes confused with mainland Chinese carriers
- − Limited long-haul network
Condor — Pros & Cons
- + Brand new A330neo fleet with modern lie-flat product
- + Attractive leisure routes at good prices
- + Fresh branding and cabin design
- − Limited network focused on leisure destinations
- − No alliance for earning miles
- − Lounge access relies on third-party providers
The verdict
Both China Airlines and Condor earn a 7/10 rating, making this a close call. China Airlines offers Lie-flat Suite in 1-2-1 Layout on A350 while Condor features Prime Seat Lie-flat on A330neo. Your decision should come down to route availability, alliance loyalty, and which seat product appeals more to you.