Ethiopian Airlines vs Sichuan Airlines Business Class Comparison
| Ethiopian Airlines | Sichuan Airlines | |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 7/10 | 7/10 |
| Seat type | Cloud Nine | Business Class Lie-Flat |
| Lie-flat | Yes | Yes |
| Seat width | 21 inches | 21 inches |
| Alliance | Star Alliance | None |
| IATA | ET | 3U |
| Hubs | Addis Ababa (ADD) | Chengdu Shuangliu Airport (CTU), Chengdu Tianfu Airport (TFU) |
Ethiopian Airlines — Pros & Cons
- + Largest African carrier network
- + Modern all-Boeing/Airbus fleet
- + Strong connectivity within Africa
- − Lounge below Gulf/European standards
- − Service inconsistency
Sichuan Airlines — Pros & Cons
- + Modern A350 fleet
- + Growing international network
- + Competitive Chinese pricing
- − Limited brand awareness outside China
- − Variable product quality
- − Language barriers
The verdict
Both Ethiopian Airlines and Sichuan Airlines earn a 7/10 rating, making this a close call. Ethiopian Airlines offers Cloud Nine while Sichuan Airlines features Business Class Lie-Flat. Your decision should come down to route availability, alliance loyalty, and which seat product appeals more to you.