China Airlines vs LOT Polish Airlines Business Class Comparison
| China Airlines | LOT Polish Airlines | |
|---|---|---|
| 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 on 787 |
| Lie-flat | Yes | Yes |
| Seat width | 22 inches | 21 inches |
| Alliance | SkyTeam | Star Alliance |
| IATA | CI | LO |
| Hubs | Taipei Taoyuan (TPE) | Warsaw Chopin (WAW) |
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
LOT Polish Airlines — Pros & Cons
- + Modern 787 fleet with competitive lie-flat product
- + Good Central European hub connectivity
- + Attractive fares from Warsaw
- − Soft product doesn't match Western European competitors
- − Limited lounge at Warsaw
- − Smaller long-haul network
The verdict
Both China Airlines and LOT Polish 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 LOT Polish Airlines features Lie-flat Seat in 1-2-1 Layout on 787. Your decision should come down to route availability, alliance loyalty, and which seat product appeals more to you.