Korean Air vs United Airlines Business Class Comparison
| Korean Air | United Airlines | |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 8/10 | 7/10 |
| Seat type | Prestige Suite 2.0 | Polaris lie-flat |
| Lie-flat | Yes | Yes |
| Seat width | 21 inches | 22 inches |
| Alliance | SkyTeam | Star Alliance |
| IATA | KE | UA |
| Hubs | Seoul Incheon (ICN) | Newark (EWR), San Francisco (SFO), Chicago O'Hare (ORD), Houston (IAH) |
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
United Airlines — Pros & Cons
- + Polaris seats with excellent bedding
- + Dedicated Polaris lounges at hubs
- + Massive global route network
- − Inconsistent product across fleet
- − Older 767s lack direct aisle access
The verdict
Korean Air takes the edge with a 8/10 rating compared to 7/10 for United Airlines. Korean Air stands out with its Prestige Suite 2.0, while United Airlines offers Polaris lie-flat. Both airlines provide lie-flat business class seats, so the best choice depends on your route, schedule, and personal preferences.