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Emirates vs Royal Brunei Airlines Business Class Comparison

Emirates Royal Brunei Airlines
Rating 9/10 7/10
Seat type Lie-flat Seat with Personal Minibar Lie-flat Seat in 1-2-1 Layout on 787
Lie-flat Yes Yes
Seat width 20 inches 22 inches
Alliance None None
IATA EK BI
Hubs Dubai International Airport (DXB) Bandar Seri Begawan (BWN)

Emirates — Pros & Cons

  • + Onboard bar and lounge on A380
  • + Personal minibar at every seat
  • + Massive global route network
  • 777 business class uses 2-3-2 layout without direct aisle access
  • No enclosed suites on current fleet

Royal Brunei Airlines — Pros & Cons

  • + Modern 787 product with spacious lie-flat seats
  • + Calm and attentive service
  • + Dry airline but generous soft product
  • No alcohol served (dry airline)
  • Very small route network
  • Limited lounge options at outstations

The verdict

Emirates takes the edge with a 9/10 rating compared to 7/10 for Royal Brunei Airlines. Emirates stands out with its Lie-flat Seat with Personal Minibar, while Royal Brunei Airlines offers Lie-flat Seat in 1-2-1 Layout on 787. Both airlines provide lie-flat business class seats, so the best choice depends on your route, schedule, and personal preferences.

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