Qatar Airways vs SAS Scandinavian Airlines Business Class Comparison
| Qatar Airways | SAS Scandinavian Airlines | |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 10/10 | 7/10 |
| Seat type | Qsuite with Sliding Privacy Doors | Lie-flat |
| Lie-flat | Yes | Yes |
| Seat width | 21.5 inches | 21 inches |
| Alliance | Oneworld | SkyTeam |
| IATA | QR | SK |
| Hubs | Hamad International Airport (DOH) | Copenhagen (CPH), Stockholm Arlanda (ARN), Oslo Gardermoen (OSL) |
Qatar Airways — Pros & Cons
- + Qsuite offers industry-leading privacy with sliding doors
- + Quad configuration for couples or groups
- + Consistently top-ranked business class globally
- − Hub-and-spoke routing adds layovers via Doha
- − Qsuite not available on all routes
SAS Scandinavian Airlines — Pros & Cons
- + New A350 product
- + Strong Scandinavian network
- + SkyTeam partner benefits
- − Older A330 product on some routes
- − Recently switched from Star Alliance to SkyTeam
The verdict
Qatar Airways takes the edge with a 10/10 rating compared to 7/10 for SAS Scandinavian Airlines. Qatar Airways stands out with its Qsuite with Sliding Privacy Doors, while SAS Scandinavian Airlines offers Lie-flat. Both airlines provide lie-flat business class seats, so the best choice depends on your route, schedule, and personal preferences.