Philippine Airlines vs Sichuan Airlines Business Class Comparison
| Philippine Airlines | Sichuan Airlines | |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 7/10 | 7/10 |
| Seat type | Lie-flat Suite on Airbus A350-900 | Business Class Lie-Flat |
| Lie-flat | Yes | Yes |
| Seat width | 22 inches | 21 inches |
| Alliance | None | None |
| IATA | PR | 3U |
| Hubs | Manila Ninoy Aquino (MNL) | Chengdu Shuangliu Airport (CTU), Chengdu Tianfu Airport (TFU) |
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
Sichuan Airlines — Pros & Cons
- + Modern A350 fleet
- + Growing international network
- + Competitive Chinese pricing
- − Limited brand awareness outside China
- − Variable product quality
- − Language barriers
The verdict
Both Philippine Airlines and Sichuan Airlines earn a 7/10 rating, making this a close call. Philippine Airlines offers Lie-flat Suite on Airbus A350-900 while Sichuan Airlines features Business Class Lie-Flat. Your decision should come down to route availability, alliance loyalty, and which seat product appeals more to you.