China Airlines vs Garuda Indonesia Business Class Comparison
| China Airlines | Garuda Indonesia | |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 7/10 | 7/10 |
| Seat type | Lie-flat Suite in 1-2-1 Layout on A350 | Lie-flat Seat in 1-2-1 Layout |
| Lie-flat | Yes | Yes |
| Seat width | 22 inches | 22 inches |
| Alliance | SkyTeam | SkyTeam |
| IATA | CI | GA |
| Hubs | Taipei Taoyuan (TPE) | Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta (CGK) |
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
Garuda Indonesia — Pros & Cons
- + Award-winning cabin crew service
- + Excellent Indonesian cuisine onboard
- + Modern A330neo product
- − International network has shrunk in recent years
- − Financial difficulties have affected consistency
- − Fleet renewal delays
The verdict
Both China Airlines and Garuda Indonesia earn a 7/10 rating, making this a close call. China Airlines offers Lie-flat Suite in 1-2-1 Layout on A350 while Garuda Indonesia features Lie-flat Seat in 1-2-1 Layout. Your decision should come down to route availability, alliance loyalty, and which seat product appeals more to you.