Royal Brunei Airlines vs Thai Airways Business Class Comparison
| Royal Brunei Airlines | Thai Airways | |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 7/10 | 7/10 |
| Seat type | Lie-flat Seat in 1-2-1 Layout on 787 | Lie-flat |
| Lie-flat | Yes | Yes |
| Seat width | 22 inches | 21 inches |
| Alliance | None | Star Alliance |
| IATA | BI | TG |
| Hubs | Bandar Seri Begawan (BWN) | Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK) |
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
Thai Airways — Pros & Cons
- + Excellent Thai-inspired cuisine
- + Generous amenity kits
- + Competitive pricing on Asian routes
- − Inconsistent hard product across fleet
- − Aging cabins on some 777s
The verdict
Both Royal Brunei Airlines and Thai Airways 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 Thai Airways features Lie-flat. Your decision should come down to route availability, alliance loyalty, and which seat product appeals more to you.