transatlantic · 7h 35m · 5,785 km
New York (EWR) to Madrid
2 airlines · 2 aircraft ranked
In business class, Iberia's Business Plus (A350-900) edges out the field with a 6.9/10.In premium economy, Iberia's Premium Economy (A350-900) leads the field with a 5.2/10.
Quick pick
Fly Iberia. It scores higher across seat comfort and amenities.
If fares are comparable, this is the better cabin.
Fly Iberia. It scores higher across seat comfort and amenities.
If fares are comparable, this is the better cabin.
Fly Iberia. It has a bigger screen (12" vs 9").
If prices are similar, go with this one.
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- In business class, Iberia's Business Plus (A350-900) edges out the field with a 6.9/10.
- In premium economy, Iberia's Premium Economy (A350-900) leads the field with a 5.2/10.
- In economy, Iberia's Economy (A350-900) edges out the field with a 4.4/10.
Frequently asked
Which is better in business: United or Iberia on EWR-MAD?
Polaris (United Airlines, 777-200ER) and Business Plus (Iberia, A350-900) score virtually the same in business: 6.7 vs 6.9/10. The biggest gap is power — AC + USB-C vs no power — but neither carrier pulls ahead overall.
Which is better in premium economy: United or Iberia on EWR-MAD?
Premium Economy (Iberia, A350-900) edges out Premium Plus (United Airlines, 777-200ER) in premium economy, scoring 5.2/10 vs 4.5. The deciding factor: AC + USB-C vs no power.
Which is better in economy: United or Iberia on EWR-MAD?
Economy (Iberia, A350-900) edges out Economy (United Airlines, 777-200ER) in economy, scoring 4.4/10 vs 4. The deciding factor: USB-C only vs USB-A only.
What are the best seats in United Polaris on EWR-MAD?
Best: Odd-row window seats (1A, 3A, 5A, etc.) are closest to the window with most privacy. Avoid: Even-row window seats are closer to the aisle. Staggered 1-2-1 Polaris seats with direct aisle access. 16-inch IFE. Saks Fifth Avenue bedding with optional mattress pad. Panasonic Ku-band wifi (paid). Different hard product from the 767-300ER Polaris.
What are the best seats in United Premium Plus on EWR-MAD?
Best: Window pairs for only 2 across. Avoid: Center section inner seats. 2-4-2 premium economy. 13.3-inch IFE. Enhanced plated meals with beer/wine/spirits.
What are the best seats in Iberia Business Plus on EWR-MAD?
Best: True solo window seats (honeycomb layout) for maximum privacy. Center pairs with electronic divider work well for couples. Avoid: Row 1 can be close to the galley. Check which aircraft has the Recaro CL6720 with doors vs the older Stelia Solstys III without doors. Newer A350-900 deliveries have Recaro CL6720 suites with sliding privacy doors in a staggered 1-2-1 honeycomb layout. Older aircraft have Stelia Solstys III without doors. 18.5-inch Panasonic 4K touchscreens. Center pairs have electronic full-length privacy dividers. 79-inch fully flat bed. Bluetooth audio. Dine-on-demand service with Spanish cuisine.
What are the best seats in Iberia Premium Economy on EWR-MAD?
Best: Window pairs (A-B or J-K) for couples with direct window and aisle access. Avoid: Inner center seats (E, F) in the 2-4-2 have no aisle or window access. 8-abreast seating (vs 9-abreast in economy) means wider seats. 37-inch pitch with leg rest and foot rest. 18 cm of recline. Dedicated cabin with priority boarding. 13.3-inch IFE screens. AC power and USB at every seat.
What are the best seats in Iberia Economy on EWR-MAD?
Best: Exit row seats for extra legroom. Window seats throughout for sleeping. Avoid: Last rows near galley and lavatories. Middle seats (B, E, H) throughout. Standard 3-3-3 economy on A350. 18.1-inch seat width is slightly wider than average. Newer NPS (New Production Standard) aircraft have Panasonic Next IFE with 12-inch 4K screens. AC power between seats. Complimentary meals on long-haul with up to 3 meal services on 9+ hour flights. Blanket and pillow provided.