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British Airways vs Qatar Airways Business Class Comparison

British Airways Qatar Airways
Rating 8/10 10/10
Seat type Club Suite with Privacy Door Qsuite with Sliding Privacy Doors
Lie-flat Yes Yes
Seat width 21 inches 21.5 inches
Alliance Oneworld Oneworld
IATA BA QR
Hubs London Heathrow Airport (LHR) Hamad International Airport (DOH)

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  • Older 777 and 787 still use outdated Club World without doors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

Qatar Airways — Pros & Cons

  • + Qsuite offers industry-leading privacy with sliding doors
  • + Quad configuration for couples or groups
  • + Consistently top-ranked business class globally
  • Hub-and-spoke routing adds layovers via Doha
  • Qsuite not available on all routes

The verdict

Qatar Airways takes the edge with a 10/10 rating compared to 8/10 for British Airways. Qatar Airways stands out with its Qsuite with Sliding Privacy Doors, while British Airways offers Club Suite with Privacy Door. Both airlines provide lie-flat business class seats, so the best choice depends on your route, schedule, and personal preferences.

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