Philippine Airlines vs Royal Brunei Airlines Business Class Comparison
| Philippine Airlines | Royal Brunei Airlines | |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 7/10 | 7/10 |
| Seat type | Lie-flat Suite on Airbus A350-900 | Lie-flat Seat in 1-2-1 Layout on 787 |
| Lie-flat | Yes | Yes |
| Seat width | 22 inches | 22 inches |
| Alliance | None | None |
| IATA | PR | BI |
| Hubs | Manila Ninoy Aquino (MNL) | Bandar Seri Begawan (BWN) |
Philippine Airlines — Pros & Cons
- + Excellent A350 business class with enclosed suites
- + Warm Filipino hospitality
- + Competitive fares from Manila
- − Older 777 product still in service
- − Manila airport experience is challenging
- − Not part of any alliance
Royal Brunei Airlines — Pros & Cons
- + Modern 787 product with spacious lie-flat seats
- + Calm and attentive service
- + Dry airline but generous soft product
- − No alcohol served (dry airline)
- − Very small route network
- − Limited lounge options at outstations
The verdict
Both Philippine Airlines and Royal Brunei Airlines earn a 7/10 rating, making this a close call. Philippine Airlines offers Lie-flat Suite on Airbus A350-900 while Royal Brunei Airlines features Lie-flat Seat in 1-2-1 Layout on 787. Your decision should come down to route availability, alliance loyalty, and which seat product appeals more to you.