Virgin Atlantic vs Vistara Business Class Comparison
| Virgin Atlantic | Vistara | |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 8/10 | 8/10 |
| Seat type | Upper Class Suite | Business Class Lie-Flat |
| Lie-flat | Yes | Yes |
| Seat width | 22 inches | 21 inches |
| Alliance | None (Star Alliance connecting partner) | |
| IATA | VS | UK |
| Hubs | London Heathrow (LHR) | Delhi Indira Gandhi Airport (DEL), Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Airport (BOM) |
Virgin Atlantic — Pros & Cons
- + Social space 'The Loft' bar
- + Distinctive design and brand
- + New A350 suites with privacy door
- − Smaller network than BA
- − Older A330 product being replaced
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
Both Virgin Atlantic and Vistara earn a 8/10 rating, making this a close call. Virgin Atlantic offers Upper Class Suite while Vistara features Business Class Lie-Flat. Your decision should come down to route availability, alliance loyalty, and which seat product appeals more to you.