Garuda Indonesia vs Royal Brunei Airlines Business Class Comparison
| Garuda Indonesia | Royal Brunei Airlines | |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 7/10 | 7/10 |
| Seat type | Lie-flat Seat in 1-2-1 Layout | Lie-flat Seat in 1-2-1 Layout on 787 |
| Lie-flat | Yes | Yes |
| Seat width | 22 inches | 22 inches |
| Alliance | SkyTeam | None |
| IATA | GA | BI |
| Hubs | Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta (CGK) | Bandar Seri Begawan (BWN) |
Garuda Indonesia — Pros & Cons
- + Award-winning cabin crew service
- + Excellent Indonesian cuisine onboard
- + Modern A330neo product
- − International network has shrunk in recent years
- − Financial difficulties have affected consistency
- − Fleet renewal delays
Royal Brunei Airlines — Pros & Cons
- + Modern 787 product with spacious lie-flat seats
- + Calm and attentive service
- + Dry airline but generous soft product
- − No alcohol served (dry airline)
- − Very small route network
- − Limited lounge options at outstations
The verdict
Both Garuda Indonesia and Royal Brunei Airlines earn a 7/10 rating, making this a close call. Garuda Indonesia offers Lie-flat Seat in 1-2-1 Layout while Royal Brunei Airlines features Lie-flat Seat in 1-2-1 Layout on 787. Your decision should come down to route availability, alliance loyalty, and which seat product appeals more to you.