Philippine Airlines vs WestJet Business Class Comparison
| Philippine Airlines | WestJet | |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 7/10 | 7/10 |
| Seat type | Lie-flat Suite on Airbus A350-900 | Business Class Pods |
| Lie-flat | Yes | Yes |
| Seat width | 22 inches | 21 inches |
| Alliance | None | None |
| IATA | PR | WS |
| Hubs | Manila Ninoy Aquino (MNL) | Calgary International Airport (YYC), Toronto Pearson Airport (YYZ) |
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
WestJet — Pros & Cons
- + Excellent 787 business class product
- + Canadian friendly service
- + Competitive pricing
- − Limited international network
- − 767 has older cabin
- − Smaller route network than Air Canada
The verdict
Both Philippine Airlines and WestJet earn a 7/10 rating, making this a close call. Philippine Airlines offers Lie-flat Suite on Airbus A350-900 while WestJet features Business Class Pods. Your decision should come down to route availability, alliance loyalty, and which seat product appeals more to you.