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Emirates vs SAS Scandinavian Airlines Business Class Comparison

Emirates SAS Scandinavian Airlines
Rating 9/10 7/10
Seat type Lie-flat Seat with Personal Minibar Lie-flat
Lie-flat Yes Yes
Seat width 20 inches 21 inches
Alliance None SkyTeam
IATA EK SK
Hubs Dubai International Airport (DXB) Copenhagen (CPH), Stockholm Arlanda (ARN), Oslo Gardermoen (OSL)

Emirates — Pros & Cons

  • + Onboard bar and lounge on A380
  • + Personal minibar at every seat
  • + Massive global route network
  • 777 business class uses 2-3-2 layout without direct aisle access
  • No enclosed suites on current fleet

SAS Scandinavian Airlines — Pros & Cons

  • + New A350 product
  • + Strong Scandinavian network
  • + SkyTeam partner benefits
  • Older A330 product on some routes
  • Recently switched from Star Alliance to SkyTeam

The verdict

Emirates takes the edge with a 9/10 rating compared to 7/10 for SAS Scandinavian Airlines. Emirates stands out with its Lie-flat Seat with Personal Minibar, while SAS Scandinavian Airlines offers Lie-flat. Both airlines provide lie-flat business class seats, so the best choice depends on your route, schedule, and personal preferences.

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