Japan Airlines vs Qantas Business Class Comparison
| Japan Airlines | Qantas | |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 9/10 | 8/10 |
| Seat type | Sky Suite III with Privacy Doors | Lie-flat |
| Lie-flat | Yes | Yes |
| Seat width | 23 inches | 22 inches |
| Alliance | Oneworld | Oneworld |
| IATA | JL | QF |
| Hubs | Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND), Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT) | Sydney (SYD), Melbourne (MEL) |
Japan Airlines — Pros & Cons
- + Sky Suite offers excellent privacy
- + Outstanding Japanese service
- + Premium lounges with dining
- − Premium pricing
- − Some older 787 cabins without doors
- − Limited US destinations
Qantas — Pros & Cons
- + Excellent A380 upper-deck product
- + Award-winning Australian wines
- + Strong Oneworld partnership network
- − Ageing A330 cabins on some routes
- − Limited non-stop routes from Australia
The verdict
Japan Airlines takes the edge with a 9/10 rating compared to 8/10 for Qantas. Japan Airlines stands out with its Sky Suite III with Privacy Doors, while Qantas offers Lie-flat. Both airlines provide lie-flat business class seats, so the best choice depends on your route, schedule, and personal preferences.