TAP Air Portugal vs Vietnam Airlines Business Class Comparison
| TAP Air Portugal | Vietnam Airlines | |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 7/10 | 7/10 |
| Seat type | Lie-flat | Lie-flat |
| Lie-flat | Yes | Yes |
| Seat width | 20 inches | 21 inches |
| Alliance | Star Alliance | SkyTeam |
| IATA | TP | VN |
| Hubs | Lisbon (LIS) | Hanoi (HAN), Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) |
TAP Air Portugal — Pros & Cons
- + Strong network to Brazil and Africa
- + Competitive pricing from Lisbon
- + New A330neo product
- − Seat width below average at 20 inches
- − Limited long-haul fleet
Vietnam Airlines — Pros & Cons
- + 787 and A350 fleet with lie-flat
- + Good value pricing
- + Strong Southeast Asia network
- − Service not consistent across routes
- − Older A330 still on some routes
The verdict
Both TAP Air Portugal and Vietnam Airlines earn a 7/10 rating, making this a close call. TAP Air Portugal offers Lie-flat while Vietnam Airlines features Lie-flat. Your decision should come down to route availability, alliance loyalty, and which seat product appeals more to you.