Philippine Airlines vs Vistara Business Class Comparison
| Philippine Airlines | Vistara | |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 7/10 | 8/10 |
| 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 (Star Alliance connecting partner) |
| IATA | PR | UK |
| Hubs | Manila Ninoy Aquino (MNL) | Delhi Indira Gandhi Airport (DEL), Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Airport (BOM) |
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
Vistara — Pros & Cons
- + India's best business class product
- + Modern 787 fleet
- + Excellent Indian hospitality
- − Merged into Air India
- − Limited international network
- − Premium pricing for India market
The verdict
Vistara takes the edge with a 8/10 rating compared to 7/10 for Philippine Airlines. Vistara stands out with its Business Class Lie-Flat, while Philippine Airlines offers Lie-flat Suite on Airbus A350-900. Both airlines provide lie-flat business class seats, so the best choice depends on your route, schedule, and personal preferences.