China Airlines vs Hawaiian Airlines Business Class Comparison
| China Airlines | Hawaiian Airlines | |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 7/10 | 7/10 |
| Seat type | Lie-flat Suite in 1-2-1 Layout on A350 | Lie-flat Seat in 2-2-2 Layout on A330 |
| Lie-flat | Yes | Yes |
| Seat width | 22 inches | 19 inches |
| Alliance | SkyTeam | Oneworld |
| IATA | CI | HA |
| Hubs | Taipei Taoyuan (TPE) | Honolulu Daniel K. Inouye (HNL) |
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
Hawaiian Airlines — Pros & Cons
- + Hawaiian hospitality and island-inspired service
- + Lie-flat seats to Hawaii on A330
- + Incoming 787-9 fleet with new premium product
- − 2-2-2 layout lacks direct aisle access
- − Limited route network beyond Hawaii
- − Seat width narrower than competitors
The verdict
Both China Airlines and Hawaiian 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 Hawaiian Airlines features Lie-flat Seat in 2-2-2 Layout on A330. Your decision should come down to route availability, alliance loyalty, and which seat product appeals more to you.