British Airways vs Qantas Business Class Comparison
| British Airways | Qantas | |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 8/10 | 8/10 |
| Seat type | Club Suite with Privacy Door | Lie-flat |
| Lie-flat | Yes | Yes |
| Seat width | 21 inches | 22 inches |
| Alliance | Oneworld | Oneworld |
| IATA | BA | QF |
| Hubs | London Heathrow Airport (LHR) | Sydney (SYD), Melbourne (MEL) |
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- − Older 777 and 787 still use outdated Club World without doors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
Qantas — Pros & Cons
- + Excellent A380 upper-deck product
- + Award-winning Australian wines
- + Strong Oneworld partnership network
- − Ageing A330 cabins on some routes
- − Limited non-stop routes from Australia
The verdict
Both British Airways and Qantas earn a 8/10 rating, making this a close call. British Airways offers Club Suite with Privacy Door while Qantas features Lie-flat. Your decision should come down to route availability, alliance loyalty, and which seat product appeals more to you.