China Airlines vs Hainan Airlines Business Class Comparison
| China Airlines | Hainan Airlines | |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 7/10 | 7/10 |
| Seat type | Lie-flat Suite in 1-2-1 Layout on A350 | Lie-flat |
| Lie-flat | Yes | Yes |
| Seat width | 22 inches | 21 inches |
| Alliance | SkyTeam | |
| IATA | CI | HU |
| Hubs | Taipei Taoyuan (TPE) | Beijing (PEK), Haikou (HAK) |
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
Hainan Airlines — Pros & Cons
- + Skytrax 5-star airline
- + Good value for China routes
- + 787 Dreamliner fleet
- − Limited English service
- − Smaller international network
The verdict
Both China Airlines and Hainan Airlines earn a 7/10 rating, making this a close call. China Airlines offers Lie-flat Suite in 1-2-1 Layout on A350 while Hainan Airlines features Lie-flat. Your decision should come down to route availability, alliance loyalty, and which seat product appeals more to you.