Qantas vs Sichuan Airlines Business Class Comparison
| Qantas | Sichuan Airlines | |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 8/10 | 7/10 |
| Seat type | Lie-flat | Business Class Lie-Flat |
| Lie-flat | Yes | Yes |
| Seat width | 22 inches | 21 inches |
| Alliance | Oneworld | None |
| IATA | QF | 3U |
| Hubs | Sydney (SYD), Melbourne (MEL) | Chengdu Shuangliu Airport (CTU), Chengdu Tianfu Airport (TFU) |
Qantas — Pros & Cons
- + Excellent A380 upper-deck product
- + Award-winning Australian wines
- + Strong Oneworld partnership network
- − Ageing A330 cabins on some routes
- − Limited non-stop routes from Australia
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
Qantas takes the edge with a 8/10 rating compared to 7/10 for Sichuan Airlines. Qantas stands out with its Lie-flat, while Sichuan Airlines offers Business Class Lie-Flat. Both airlines provide lie-flat business class seats, so the best choice depends on your route, schedule, and personal preferences.