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Air France vs British Airways Business Class Comparison

Air France British Airways
Rating 8/10 8/10
Seat type Lie-flat Seat with French Fine Dining Club Suite with Privacy Door
Lie-flat Yes Yes
Seat width 21 inches 21 inches
Alliance SkyTeam Oneworld
IATA AF BA
Hubs Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

Air France — Pros & Cons

  • + Outstanding French-inspired fine dining at altitude
  • + Reverse herringbone 1-2-1 on most long-haul aircraft
  • + Elegant cabin design and amenity kits
  • No enclosed suite or door on current product
  • Some older A330 routes have less competitive seats

British Airways — Pros & Cons

  • + Club Suite features a closing door in a 1-2-1 layout
  • + Extensive long-haul network from London
  • + Oneworld partner lounge access worldwide
  • Older 777 and 787 still use outdated Club World without doors
  • Soft product (food, amenities) lags top Asian and Gulf carriers

The verdict

Both Air France and British Airways earn a 8/10 rating, making this a close call. Air France offers Lie-flat Seat with French Fine Dining while British Airways features Club Suite with Privacy Door. Your decision should come down to route availability, alliance loyalty, and which seat product appeals more to you.

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