KLM Royal Dutch Airlines vs WestJet Business Class Comparison
| KLM Royal Dutch Airlines | WestJet | |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 7/10 | 7/10 |
| Seat type | Lie-flat | Business Class Pods |
| Lie-flat | Yes | Yes |
| Seat width | 20 inches | 21 inches |
| Alliance | SkyTeam | None |
| IATA | KL | WS |
| Hubs | Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) | Calgary International Airport (YYC), Toronto Pearson Airport (YYZ) |
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
WestJet — Pros & Cons
- + Excellent 787 business class product
- + Canadian friendly service
- + Competitive pricing
- − Limited international network
- − 767 has older cabin
- − Smaller route network than Air Canada
The verdict
Both KLM Royal Dutch Airlines and WestJet earn a 7/10 rating, making this a close call. KLM Royal Dutch Airlines offers Lie-flat while WestJet features Business Class Pods. Your decision should come down to route availability, alliance loyalty, and which seat product appeals more to you.