Hawaiian Airlines vs KLM Royal Dutch Airlines Business Class Comparison
| Hawaiian Airlines | KLM Royal Dutch Airlines | |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 7/10 | 7/10 |
| Seat type | Lie-flat Seat in 2-2-2 Layout on A330 | Lie-flat |
| Lie-flat | Yes | Yes |
| Seat width | 19 inches | 20 inches |
| Alliance | Oneworld | SkyTeam |
| IATA | HA | KL |
| Hubs | Honolulu Daniel K. Inouye (HNL) | Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) |
Hawaiian Airlines — Pros & Cons
- + Hawaiian hospitality and island-inspired service
- + Lie-flat seats to Hawaii on A330
- + Incoming 787-9 fleet with new premium product
- − 2-2-2 layout lacks direct aisle access
- − Limited route network beyond Hawaii
- − Seat width narrower than competitors
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines — Pros & Cons
- + Strong Amsterdam hub with short connections
- + Full lie-flat on all long-haul
- + Dutch-designed amenity kits
- − Narrow 2-2-2 layout on 777s lacks privacy
- − No direct aisle access for all seats
The verdict
Both Hawaiian Airlines and KLM Royal Dutch Airlines earn a 7/10 rating, making this a close call. Hawaiian Airlines offers Lie-flat Seat in 2-2-2 Layout on A330 while KLM Royal Dutch Airlines features Lie-flat. Your decision should come down to route availability, alliance loyalty, and which seat product appeals more to you.