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Air France vs Thai Airways

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

Verdict

Air France scores higher on FlightLogic at 8.1/10 vs 8.0/10 for Thai Airways. 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 Air France Thai Airways
Cabin baggage IncludedIncluded
Checked baggage 1×23 kg long-haul; Light no checked short-haul1×23 kg international economy; 2×32 kg Royal Silk
In-flight Wi-Fi PaidPartial (messaging/select routes)
Economy seat pitch 31"32–34"
Loyalty programme Flying BlueRoyal Orchid Plus
Lounge access Air France lounges Business/La PremièreRoyal Silk lounge BKK; Star Alliance Gold
Changes & refunds Flex allows changesFlex fares allow changes; restricted fares charge fee

Individual profiles

Air France

AF · France

Expert Editorial Review

FlightLogic score: 8.1/10

Thai Airways

TG · Thailand

Expert Editorial Review

FlightLogic score: 8.0/10

Editorial profiles

France · AF/AFR · #1 in this comparison

Air France

France is in the air

#13 Global 4-Star
8.1 / 10
Quick Answer

Air France scores 8.1/10 on FlightLogic (safety 9.2/10), ranking #13 globally. in-flight Wi-Fi is paid or partial on most long-haul routes. Special meals require pre-order on long-haul.

Is Air France a good airline?

Air France scores 8.1/10 (Excellent) on FlightLogic, ranking #13 globally with a safety score of 9.2/10. Air France is France's flag carrier and a SkyTeam founding member, operating a global network from Paris CDG with La Première first class, reverse-herringbone business on long-haul, and deep African and Caribbean connectivity. See full profile →

Overall 8.1 Excellent
Safety 9.2 Excellent Safety
Service 8.3 Cabin crew & ground
Value 7.6 Fare vs product
Star rating 4★ FlightLogic tier
Rating basis Editorial FlightLogic methodology

Score breakdown

Customer Service
8.3
Seat Comfort
8.2
Food & Beverage
8.5
In-Flight Entertainment
8.0
On-Time Performance
7.8
Value for Money
7.6

Key facts

Hub
Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG)
Alliance
skyteam
Founded
1933
Fleet
220 aircraft
Region
europe
IATA / ICAO
AF / AFR

Passenger policies

Cabin baggage Included — standard carry-on allowance applies
Checked baggage 1×23 kg long-haul; Light no checked short-haul
In-flight Wi-Fi Paid Wi-Fi or messaging packages
Economy seat pitch 31"
Lounge access Air France lounges Business/La Première
Changes & refunds Flex allows changes
Loyalty programme Flying Blue

Strengths

  • La Première first class and CDG lounge
  • Strong African and Caribbean network
  • Flying Blue shared with KLM

Weaknesses

  • CDG connection complexity
  • Economy density on short-haul

Awards & recognition

  • Best Business Class Dining Europe
  • SkyTeam founding member

Thailand · TG/THA · #2 in this comparison

Thai Airways

Smooth as Silk

#24 Global 4-Star
8.0 / 10
Quick Answer

Thai Airways scores 8.0/10 on FlightLogic (safety 9.1/10), ranking #24 globally. in-flight Wi-Fi is paid or partial on most long-haul routes. Special meals require pre-order on long-haul.

Is Thai Airways a good airline?

Thai Airways scores 8.0/10 (Excellent) on FlightLogic, ranking #24 globally with a safety score of 9.1/10. Thai Airways is Thailand's flag carrier and a Star Alliance member, operating from Bangkok with renowned Royal Silk business class and a gateway hub for UK–Southeast Asia and Australia routings. See full profile →

Overall 8.0 Excellent
Safety 9.1 Excellent Safety
Service 8.5 Cabin crew & ground
Value 8.0 Fare vs product
Star rating 4★ FlightLogic tier
Rating basis Editorial FlightLogic methodology

Score breakdown

Customer Service
8.5
Seat Comfort
7.8
Food & Beverage
8.7
In-Flight Entertainment
7.5
On-Time Performance
7.8
Value for Money
8.0

Key facts

Hub
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK)
Alliance
star alliance
Founded
1960
Fleet
80 aircraft
Region
asia pacific
IATA / ICAO
TG / THA

Passenger policies

Cabin baggage Included — standard carry-on allowance applies
Checked baggage 1×23 kg international economy; 2×32 kg Royal Silk
In-flight Wi-Fi Partial — free messaging or select routes/cabins only
Economy seat pitch 32–34"
Lounge access Royal Silk lounge BKK; Star Alliance Gold
Changes & refunds Flex fares allow changes; restricted fares charge fee
Loyalty programme Royal Orchid Plus

Strengths

  • Royal Silk lounge at BKK — see /guides/bkk-airport-lounge-guide-2026
  • Exceptional Thai meal service in all cabins
  • Strong UK–Bangkok direct and one-stop Asia connections

Weaknesses

  • Fleet renewal ongoing — verify aircraft on long-haul bookings
  • BKK hub congestion at peak banks

Awards & recognition

  • Star Alliance member
  • Best Thai cuisine in-flight among global carriers

FAQ

Which is better — Air France or Thai Airways?

Air France scores higher on FlightLogic at 8.1/10 vs 8.0/10 for Thai Airways. Policy comparison below covers cabin baggage, checked bags, Wi-Fi, and seat pitch.

Does Air France or Thai Airways include a carry-on bag?

Air France: Included. Thai Airways: Included.

Which has free Wi-Fi — Air France or Thai Airways?

Air France: Paid. Thai Airways: Partial (messaging/select routes).

Does Air France include checked baggage?

Air France checked baggage: 1×23 kg long-haul; Light no checked short-haul.

Does Thai Airways include checked baggage?

Thai Airways checked baggage: 1×23 kg international economy; 2×32 kg Royal Silk.