EVA Air vs SAS Scandinavian Airlines Business Class Comparison
| EVA Air | SAS Scandinavian Airlines | |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 8/10 | 7/10 |
| Seat type | Royal Laurel Class | Lie-flat |
| Lie-flat | Yes | Yes |
| Seat width | 23 inches | 21 inches |
| Alliance | Star Alliance | SkyTeam |
| IATA | BR | SK |
| Hubs | Taipei Taoyuan (TPE) | Copenhagen (CPH), Stockholm Arlanda (ARN), Oslo Gardermoen (OSL) |
EVA Air — Pros & Cons
- + One of the widest business class seats at 23 inches
- + Excellent Taiwanese and Western cuisine
- + Consistently high service
- − Limited direct routes from Europe
- − Older 777 product still in service
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
EVA Air takes the edge with a 8/10 rating compared to 7/10 for SAS Scandinavian Airlines. EVA Air stands out with its Royal Laurel Class, 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.