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Air France vs flydubai Business Class Comparison

Air France flydubai
Rating 8/10 7/10
Seat type Lie-flat Seat with French Fine Dining Lie-flat Seat on Boeing 737 MAX
Lie-flat Yes Yes
Seat width 21 inches 21 inches
Alliance SkyTeam None
IATA AF FZ
Hubs Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) Dubai International (DXB)

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

flydubai — Pros & Cons

  • + Lie-flat seats on a narrowbody — rare feature
  • + Strong network to underserved destinations
  • + Partnership with Emirates for connectivity
  • Narrowbody comfort limits on longer flights
  • No lounge of its own
  • Entertainment via streaming only on some aircraft

The verdict

Air France takes the edge with a 8/10 rating compared to 7/10 for flydubai. Air France stands out with its Lie-flat Seat with French Fine Dining, while flydubai offers Lie-flat Seat on Boeing 737 MAX. Both airlines provide lie-flat business class seats, so the best choice depends on your route, schedule, and personal preferences.

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