Austrian Airlines vs flydubai Business Class Comparison
| Austrian Airlines | flydubai | |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 7/10 | 7/10 |
| Seat type | Lie-flat Seat in 1-2-1 Layout | Lie-flat Seat on Boeing 737 MAX |
| Lie-flat | Yes | Yes |
| Seat width | 20 inches | 21 inches |
| Alliance | Star Alliance | None |
| IATA | OS | FZ |
| Hubs | Vienna International (VIE) | Dubai International (DXB) |
Austrian Airlines — Pros & Cons
- + Charming Austrian hospitality
- + Famous onboard espresso service
- + Strong Central European hub connectivity
- − 767 product is aging
- − Smaller long-haul network
- − Entertainment screens smaller than competitors
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
Both Austrian Airlines and flydubai earn a 7/10 rating, making this a close call. Austrian Airlines offers Lie-flat Seat in 1-2-1 Layout while flydubai features Lie-flat Seat on Boeing 737 MAX. Your decision should come down to route availability, alliance loyalty, and which seat product appeals more to you.