Vietnam Airlines vs WestJet Business Class Comparison
| Vietnam Airlines | WestJet | |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 7/10 | 7/10 |
| Seat type | Lie-flat | Business Class Pods |
| Lie-flat | Yes | Yes |
| Seat width | 21 inches | 21 inches |
| Alliance | SkyTeam | None |
| IATA | VN | WS |
| Hubs | Hanoi (HAN), Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) | Calgary International Airport (YYC), Toronto Pearson Airport (YYZ) |
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
WestJet — Pros & Cons
- + Excellent 787 business class product
- + Canadian friendly service
- + Competitive pricing
- − Limited international network
- − 767 has older cabin
- − Smaller route network than Air Canada
The verdict
Both Vietnam Airlines and WestJet earn a 7/10 rating, making this a close call. Vietnam Airlines offers Lie-flat while WestJet features Business Class Pods. Your decision should come down to route availability, alliance loyalty, and which seat product appeals more to you.