Airline vs Airline
Singapore AirlinesvsANA
Business Class
0 shared routes · Star Alliance vs Star Alliance
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Seat & Cabin Specs
| Feature | Singapore Airlines | ANA |
|---|---|---|
| Product | Business Class | The Room |
| Alliance | Star Alliance | Star Alliance |
| Seat Type | Lie-flat Wide Body | Suite with Door (The Room) |
| Layout | 1-2-1 | 1-2-1 |
| Bed Length | 78 inches | 76 inches |
| Seat Width | 28 inches | 38 inches (Bench style) |
| Screen | 18-inch | 24-inch 4K |
| Privacy | Open suite | ✓ Door |
| Rating | 9.1/10 | 9.4/10 |
| Avg. Price | $3,000 | $3,000 |
Singapore Airlines
Business Class
Singapore Airlines positions its business class as a premium, service-forward product that rivals many airlines' first class offerings, anchored by consistently high JD Power and Skytrax rankings. It sits at the top tier of Star Alliance business class products, competing directly with Qatar's Qsuite and Cathay Pacific's Aria Suite on quality, though its seat does not offer the same degree of privacy as fully enclosed suites. The brand's reputation is built on meticulous cabin crew training, culinary partnerships, and a genuinely generous amenity program rather than gimmicks.
Lounge: SilverKris Lounge — Located at Singapore Changi Airport Terminal 3, featuring an à la carte restaurant, local hawker favorites, premium bar, and shower suites. The design reflects Singapore's blend of heritage and modernity.
Widest seats in the sky'Book the Cook' diningTurn-down reliabilitySilverKris Lounge
ANA
The Room
ANA positions 'The Room' as a flagship, near-first-class business product, competing directly with Qatar's Qsuite and Delta One Suite in terms of privacy and space. It reflects ANA's broader strategy of using Japanese hospitality and design sensibility — omotenashi — to differentiate a premium cabin experience beyond hard product specs alone.
Lounge: ANA Lounge — Located at Tokyo Haneda and Narita airports, featuring Japanese cuisine, noodle bar, sake and whisky selections, shower rooms, and serene interiors. The Haneda ANA Suite Lounge is exceptional for higher-tier passengers.
The Room (B777)Huge Privacy DoorsJapanese HospitalityMassage Seat
Expert Take: Singapore Airlines vs ANA
Singapore Airlines operates its latest Business Class product across long-haul routes, featuring fully lie-flat seats in a 1-2-1 configuration on Boeing 777-300ERs and A350s. The seats offer direct aisle access for every passenger, though they lack true door-enclosed suites in business class. ANA's "THE Room" business class represents a significant advancement, delivering staggered door-equipped suites in a 1-2-1 layout on 777-300ERs with exceptional personal space measuring up to 43 inches wide. Both airlines provide full lie-flat beds exceeding 74 inches in length.
Singapore Airlines dominates in catering quality, offering its legendary "Book the Cook" service with restaurant-quality meals prepared by renowned chefs and an extensive champagne selection including Dom Pérignon. ANA delivers excellent Japanese-inspired cuisine with seasonal kaiseki options but cannot match Singapore's culinary prestige. For lounge access, Singapore's SilverKris Lounges provide premium spaces, while ANA's lounges in Tokyo Narita and Haneda feature superior facilities including shower suites and extensive Japanese dining.
KrisFlyer offers better redemption value and more partner airlines through Star Alliance, whereas ANA Mileage Club provides exceptional award availability on partner carriers and straightforward earning rates. ANA excels with superior suite privacy and Japanese hospitality, while Singapore Airlines delivers unmatched dining and overall service refinement.
Singapore Airlines business class wins for food-focused travelers seeking luxury service, while ANA's "THE Room" suits passengers prioritizing privacy and personal space.
Expert Verdict
Choose ANA for the superior cabin experience (9.4/10). Choose Singapore Airlines if value matters most — fares average ~$3,000 on shared routes.
Choose Singapore Airlines if…
- ✓Fully flat 1-2-1 seat with direct aisle access on long-haul aircraft (A350, 787-10, 777-300ER, refreshed A380)
- ✓Book the Cook pre-order dining program with input from renowned international chefs
- ✓Consistently top-ranked cabin crew service and attention to detail
Choose ANA if…
- ✓Exceptionally wide, suite-style seat with sliding privacy door and 1-2-1 configuration guaranteeing direct aisle access
- ✓Distinctive Japanese hospitality and washoku-inspired dining, including sake sommelier selections
- ✓Dedicated ottoman space allowing two travelers to dine together face-to-face
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Singapore Airlines vs ANA: FAQ
Is Singapore Airlines or ANA business class better?▾
Choose ANA for the superior cabin experience (9.4/10). Choose Singapore Airlines if value matters most — fares average ~$3,000 on shared routes.
Which has better seats, Singapore Airlines or ANA?▾
Singapore Airlines features Business Class with 1-2-1 layout. ANA offers The Room in a 1-2-1 configuration with privacy doors. Singapore Airlines beds are 78 inches; ANA beds are 76 inches.
How do Singapore Airlines and ANA compare on price?▾
On shared routes, Singapore Airlines averages $3,000 while ANA averages $3,000 round-trip. Through BestBusinessClass.com, you can save an additional 20–40% on either carrier.
What routes do Singapore Airlines and ANA both serve?▾
Singapore Airlines and ANA share 0 destinations in our network.
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