Iberia vs Sichuan Airlines Business Class Comparison
| Iberia | Sichuan Airlines | |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 7/10 | 7/10 |
| Seat type | Lie-flat | Business Class Lie-Flat |
| Lie-flat | Yes | Yes |
| Seat width | 20 inches | 21 inches |
| Alliance | Oneworld | None |
| IATA | IB | 3U |
| Hubs | Madrid Barajas (MAD) | Chengdu Shuangliu Airport (CTU), Chengdu Tianfu Airport (TFU) |
Iberia — Pros & Cons
- + Strong network to Latin America
- + Avios points earning with BA
- + Competitive pricing from Madrid
- − Hard product not best in class
- − Limited European hub connectivity vs BA
Sichuan Airlines — Pros & Cons
- + Modern A350 fleet
- + Growing international network
- + Competitive Chinese pricing
- − Limited brand awareness outside China
- − Variable product quality
- − Language barriers
The verdict
Both Iberia and Sichuan Airlines earn a 7/10 rating, making this a close call. Iberia offers Lie-flat while Sichuan Airlines features Business Class Lie-Flat. Your decision should come down to route availability, alliance loyalty, and which seat product appeals more to you.