Korean Air vs Starlux Airlines Business Class Comparison
| Korean Air | Starlux Airlines | |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 8/10 | 8/10 |
| Seat type | Prestige Suite 2.0 | Lie-flat |
| Lie-flat | Yes | Yes |
| Seat width | 21 inches | 22 inches |
| Alliance | SkyTeam | |
| IATA | KE | JX |
| Hubs | Seoul Incheon (ICN) | Taipei Taoyuan (TPE) |
Korean Air — Pros & Cons
- + Prestige Suite 2.0 with sliding door on 787
- + Excellent Korean cuisine
- + Strong Asian network
- − Inconsistent product across fleet
- − Older 777 product still flying
Starlux Airlines — Pros & Cons
- + Brand new fleet and cabin
- + Luxury-focused brand
- + Excellent Taiwanese hospitality
- − Limited network still growing
- − New airline with small track record
The verdict
Both Korean Air and Starlux Airlines earn a 8/10 rating, making this a close call. Korean Air offers Prestige Suite 2.0 while Starlux Airlines features Lie-flat. Your decision should come down to route availability, alliance loyalty, and which seat product appeals more to you.