Hainan Airlines vs Royal Brunei Airlines Business Class Comparison
| Hainan Airlines | Royal Brunei Airlines | |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 7/10 | 7/10 |
| Seat type | Lie-flat | Lie-flat Seat in 1-2-1 Layout on 787 |
| Lie-flat | Yes | Yes |
| Seat width | 21 inches | 22 inches |
| Alliance | None | |
| IATA | HU | BI |
| Hubs | Beijing (PEK), Haikou (HAK) | Bandar Seri Begawan (BWN) |
Hainan Airlines — Pros & Cons
- + Skytrax 5-star airline
- + Good value for China routes
- + 787 Dreamliner fleet
- − Limited English service
- − Smaller international network
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 Hainan Airlines and Royal Brunei Airlines earn a 7/10 rating, making this a close call. Hainan Airlines offers Lie-flat 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.