ITA Airways vs SAS Scandinavian Airlines Business Class Comparison
| ITA Airways | SAS Scandinavian Airlines | |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 7/10 | 7/10 |
| Seat type | Lie-flat | Lie-flat |
| Lie-flat | Yes | Yes |
| Seat width | 21 inches | 21 inches |
| Alliance | SkyTeam | SkyTeam |
| IATA | AZ | SK |
| Hubs | Rome Fiumicino (FCO) | Copenhagen (CPH), Stockholm Arlanda (ARN), Oslo Gardermoen (OSL) |
ITA Airways — Pros & Cons
- + New A350 fleet with modern cabin
- + Strong Italian cuisine onboard
- + Growing transatlantic network
- − New airline still building reputation
- − Lounge access limited at some airports
SAS Scandinavian Airlines — Pros & Cons
- + New A350 product
- + Strong Scandinavian network
- + SkyTeam partner benefits
- − Older A330 product on some routes
- − Recently switched from Star Alliance to SkyTeam
The verdict
Both ITA Airways and SAS Scandinavian Airlines earn a 7/10 rating, making this a close call. ITA Airways offers Lie-flat while SAS Scandinavian Airlines features Lie-flat. Your decision should come down to route availability, alliance loyalty, and which seat product appeals more to you.