Azul Brazilian Airlines vs flydubai Business Class Comparison
| Azul Brazilian Airlines | flydubai | |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 7/10 | 7/10 |
| Seat type | Lie-flat Seat in 1-2-1 Layout on A330 | Lie-flat Seat on Boeing 737 MAX |
| Lie-flat | Yes | Yes |
| Seat width | 21 inches | 21 inches |
| Alliance | None | None |
| IATA | AD | FZ |
| Hubs | Campinas Viracopos (VCP), São Paulo Guarulhos (GRU) | Dubai International (DXB) |
Azul Brazilian Airlines — Pros & Cons
- + Modern A330neo with lie-flat product
- + Brazilian warmth in service
- + Competitive fares from Brazil
- − Limited international network
- − No alliance for global mileage earning
- − Campinas hub less convenient than GRU
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 Azul Brazilian Airlines and flydubai earn a 7/10 rating, making this a close call. Azul Brazilian Airlines offers Lie-flat Seat in 1-2-1 Layout on A330 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.