JAL vs TAP Air Portugal Business Class Comparison
| JAL | TAP Air Portugal | |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 9/10 | 7/10 |
| Seat type | Sky Suite III | Lie-flat |
| Lie-flat | Yes | Yes |
| Seat width | 23 inches | 20 inches |
| Alliance | Oneworld | Star Alliance |
| IATA | JL | TP |
| Hubs | Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND), Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT) | Lisbon (LIS) |
JAL — Pros & Cons
- + Sky Suite with doors
- + Exceptional Japanese service
- + Premium Sakura lounges
- − Premium pricing
- − Limited North American routes
- − Older 787 without doors
TAP Air Portugal — Pros & Cons
- + Strong network to Brazil and Africa
- + Competitive pricing from Lisbon
- + New A330neo product
- − Seat width below average at 20 inches
- − Limited long-haul fleet
The verdict
JAL takes the edge with a 9/10 rating compared to 7/10 for TAP Air Portugal. JAL stands out with its Sky Suite III, while TAP Air Portugal offers Lie-flat. Both airlines provide lie-flat business class seats, so the best choice depends on your route, schedule, and personal preferences.