Philippine Airlines vs TAP Air Portugal Business Class Comparison
| Philippine Airlines | TAP Air Portugal | |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 7/10 | 7/10 |
| Seat type | Lie-flat Suite on Airbus A350-900 | Lie-flat |
| Lie-flat | Yes | Yes |
| Seat width | 22 inches | 20 inches |
| Alliance | None | Star Alliance |
| IATA | PR | TP |
| Hubs | Manila Ninoy Aquino (MNL) | Lisbon (LIS) |
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
TAP Air Portugal — Pros & Cons
- + Strong network to Brazil and Africa
- + Competitive pricing from Lisbon
- + New A330neo product
- − Seat width below average at 20 inches
- − Limited long-haul fleet
The verdict
Both Philippine Airlines and TAP Air Portugal earn a 7/10 rating, making this a close call. Philippine Airlines offers Lie-flat Suite on Airbus A350-900 while TAP Air Portugal features Lie-flat. Your decision should come down to route availability, alliance loyalty, and which seat product appeals more to you.