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Aer Lingus vs ANA All Nippon Airways

Side-by-side policy and rating comparison — baggage, Wi-Fi, legroom, lounges, and loyalty programmes.

Verdict

ANA All Nippon Airways scores higher on FlightLogic at 8.8/10 vs 8.0/10 for Aer Lingus. Policy comparison below covers cabin baggage, checked bags, Wi-Fi, and seat pitch.

Comparison data last updated 6 July 2026

Policy comparison

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Policy Aer Lingus ANA All Nippon Airways
Cabin baggage IncludedIncluded
Checked baggage 1×23 kg long-haul economy; 2×32 kg business2×23 kg international economy
In-flight Wi-Fi PaidPartial (messaging/select routes)
Economy seat pitch 30–32"34"
Loyalty programme AerClub (Avios)ANA Mileage Club
Lounge access Aer Lingus lounge DUB; oneworld Emerald/SapphireANA lounges; Star Alliance Gold
Changes & refunds Flex fares allow changes; Saver restrictedFlex allows changes; Value fares charge fee

Individual profiles

Aer Lingus

EI · Ireland

Expert Editorial Review

FlightLogic score: 8.0/10

Editorial profiles

Ireland · EI/EIN · #1 in this comparison

Aer Lingus

Smart flies Aer Lingus

#25 Global 4-Star
8.0 / 10
Quick Answer

Aer Lingus scores 8.0/10 on FlightLogic (safety 9.2/10), ranking #25 globally. in-flight Wi-Fi is paid or partial on most long-haul routes. Special meals require pre-order on long-haul.

Is Aer Lingus a good airline?

Aer Lingus scores 8.0/10 (Excellent) on FlightLogic, ranking #25 globally with a safety score of 9.2/10. Aer Lingus is Ireland's flag carrier, an IAG group airline outside the global alliances, operating transatlantic routes from Dublin with US Pre-Clearance and AerClub Avios shared with BA and Iberia. See full profile →

Overall 8.0 Excellent
Safety 9.2 Excellent Safety
Service 8.2 Cabin crew & ground
Value 8.4 Fare vs product
Star rating 4★ FlightLogic tier
Rating basis Editorial FlightLogic methodology

Score breakdown

Customer Service
8.2
Seat Comfort
7.8
Food & Beverage
8.0
In-Flight Entertainment
7.5
On-Time Performance
8.1
Value for Money
8.4

Key facts

Hub
Dublin (DUB)
Alliance
Independent
Founded
1936
Fleet
60 aircraft
Region
europe
IATA / ICAO
EI / EIN

Passenger policies

Cabin baggage Included — standard carry-on allowance applies
Checked baggage 1×23 kg long-haul economy; 2×32 kg business
In-flight Wi-Fi Paid Wi-Fi or messaging packages
Economy seat pitch 30–32"
Lounge access Aer Lingus lounge DUB; oneworld Emerald/Sapphire
Changes & refunds Flex fares allow changes; Saver restricted
Loyalty programme AerClub (Avios)

Strengths

  • US Pre-Clearance at Dublin — arrive in US as domestic
  • AerClub shares Avios with BA and Iberia
  • Competitive transatlantic business vs direct LHR fares

Weaknesses

  • Dublin positioning adds time from UK regions
  • A321XLR narrowbody on some transatlantic routes

Awards & recognition

  • US Pre-Clearance at Dublin

Japan · NH/ANA · #2 in this comparison

ANA All Nippon Airways

Inspiration of Japan

#5 Global 5-Star
8.8 / 10
Quick Answer

ANA All Nippon Airways scores 8.8/10 on FlightLogic (safety 9.9/10), ranking #5 globally. in-flight Wi-Fi is paid or partial on most long-haul routes. Special meals require pre-order on long-haul.

Is ANA All Nippon Airways a good airline?

ANA All Nippon Airways scores 8.8/10 (Excellent) on FlightLogic, ranking #5 globally with a safety score of 9.9/10. ANA delivers meticulous Japanese hospitality, exceptional punctuality, and industry-leading cleanliness across domestic and international networks. See full profile →

Overall 8.8 Excellent
Safety 9.9 Maximum Safety
Service 9.2 Cabin crew & ground
Value 8.3 Fare vs product
Star rating 5★ FlightLogic tier
Rating basis Editorial FlightLogic methodology

Score breakdown

Customer Service
9.2
Seat Comfort
8.8
Food & Beverage
8.9
In-Flight Entertainment
8.2
On-Time Performance
9.4
Value for Money
8.3

Key facts

Hub
Tokyo Haneda & Narita
Alliance
star alliance
Founded
1952
Fleet
220 aircraft
Region
asia pacific
IATA / ICAO
NH / ANA

Passenger policies

Cabin baggage Included — standard carry-on allowance applies
Checked baggage 2×23 kg international economy
In-flight Wi-Fi Partial — free messaging or select routes/cabins only
Economy seat pitch 34"
Lounge access ANA lounges; Star Alliance Gold
Changes & refunds Flex allows changes; Value fares charge fee
Loyalty programme ANA Mileage Club

Strengths

  • The Room business class
  • Exceptional on-time record
  • Premium Japanese dining

Weaknesses

  • Limited IFE on some domestic 737s
  • Narita vs Haneda confusion for transfers

Awards & recognition

  • World's Cleanest Airline
  • Best Airport Service Japan

FAQ

Which is better — Aer Lingus or ANA All Nippon Airways?

ANA All Nippon Airways scores higher on FlightLogic at 8.8/10 vs 8.0/10 for Aer Lingus. Policy comparison below covers cabin baggage, checked bags, Wi-Fi, and seat pitch.

Does Aer Lingus or ANA All Nippon Airways include a carry-on bag?

Aer Lingus: Included. ANA All Nippon Airways: Included.

Which has free Wi-Fi — Aer Lingus or ANA All Nippon Airways?

Aer Lingus: Paid. ANA All Nippon Airways: Partial (messaging/select routes).

Does Aer Lingus include checked baggage?

Aer Lingus checked baggage: 1×23 kg long-haul economy; 2×32 kg business.

Does ANA All Nippon Airways include checked baggage?

ANA All Nippon Airways checked baggage: 2×23 kg international economy.