Condor vs Hainan Airlines Business Class Comparison
| Condor | Hainan Airlines | |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 7/10 | 7/10 |
| Seat type | Prime Seat Lie-flat on A330neo | Lie-flat |
| Lie-flat | Yes | Yes |
| Seat width | 22 inches | 21 inches |
| Alliance | None | |
| IATA | DE | HU |
| Hubs | Frankfurt (FRA) | Beijing (PEK), Haikou (HAK) |
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
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 Condor and Hainan Airlines earn a 7/10 rating, making this a close call. Condor offers Prime Seat Lie-flat on A330neo while Hainan Airlines features Lie-flat. Your decision should come down to route availability, alliance loyalty, and which seat product appeals more to you.