EVA Air vs Virgin Atlantic Business Class Comparison
| EVA Air | Virgin Atlantic | |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 8/10 | 8/10 |
| Seat type | Royal Laurel Class | Upper Class Suite |
| Lie-flat | Yes | Yes |
| Seat width | 23 inches | 22 inches |
| Alliance | Star Alliance | |
| IATA | BR | VS |
| Hubs | Taipei Taoyuan (TPE) | London Heathrow (LHR) |
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
Virgin Atlantic — Pros & Cons
- + Social space 'The Loft' bar
- + Distinctive design and brand
- + New A350 suites with privacy door
- − Smaller network than BA
- − Older A330 product being replaced
The verdict
Both EVA Air and Virgin Atlantic earn a 8/10 rating, making this a close call. EVA Air offers Royal Laurel Class while Virgin Atlantic features Upper Class Suite. Your decision should come down to route availability, alliance loyalty, and which seat product appeals more to you.