Royal Brunei Airlines vs Vistara Business Class Comparison
| Royal Brunei Airlines | Vistara | |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 7/10 | 8/10 |
| 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 | None (Star Alliance connecting partner) |
| IATA | BI | UK |
| Hubs | Bandar Seri Begawan (BWN) | Delhi Indira Gandhi Airport (DEL), Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Airport (BOM) |
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
Vistara — Pros & Cons
- + India's best business class product
- + Modern 787 fleet
- + Excellent Indian hospitality
- − Merged into Air India
- − Limited international network
- − Premium pricing for India market
The verdict
Vistara takes the edge with a 8/10 rating compared to 7/10 for Royal Brunei Airlines. Vistara stands out with its Business Class Lie-Flat, while Royal Brunei Airlines offers Lie-flat Seat in 1-2-1 Layout on 787. Both airlines provide lie-flat business class seats, so the best choice depends on your route, schedule, and personal preferences.