Royal Brunei Airlines vs Shenzhen Airlines Business Class Comparison
| Royal Brunei Airlines | Shenzhen Airlines | |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 7/10 | 7/10 |
| Seat type | Lie-flat Seat in 1-2-1 Layout on 787 | Business Class Lie-Flat |
| Lie-flat | Yes | Yes |
| Seat width | 22 inches | 21 inches |
| Alliance | None | Star Alliance |
| IATA | BI | ZH |
| Hubs | Bandar Seri Begawan (BWN) | Shenzhen Bao'an Airport (SZX) |
Royal Brunei Airlines — Pros & Cons
- + Modern 787 product with spacious lie-flat seats
- + Calm and attentive service
- + Dry airline but generous soft product
- − No alcohol served (dry airline)
- − Very small route network
- − Limited lounge options at outstations
Shenzhen Airlines — Pros & Cons
- + Star Alliance member
- + Modern 787 Dreamliner
- + Good connectivity from Shenzhen
- − Limited international exposure
- − Older A330 cabins
- − Mainly domestic focused
The verdict
Both Royal Brunei Airlines and Shenzhen Airlines earn a 7/10 rating, making this a close call. Royal Brunei Airlines offers Lie-flat Seat in 1-2-1 Layout on 787 while Shenzhen Airlines features Business Class Lie-Flat. Your decision should come down to route availability, alliance loyalty, and which seat product appeals more to you.