EVA Air vs flydubai Business Class Comparison
| EVA Air | flydubai | |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 8/10 | 7/10 |
| Seat type | Royal Laurel Class | Lie-flat Seat on Boeing 737 MAX |
| Lie-flat | Yes | Yes |
| Seat width | 23 inches | 21 inches |
| Alliance | Star Alliance | None |
| IATA | BR | FZ |
| Hubs | Taipei Taoyuan (TPE) | Dubai International (DXB) |
EVA Air — Pros & Cons
- + One of the widest business class seats at 23 inches
- + Excellent Taiwanese and Western cuisine
- + Consistently high service
- − Limited direct routes from Europe
- − Older 777 product still in service
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
EVA Air takes the edge with a 8/10 rating compared to 7/10 for flydubai. EVA Air stands out with its Royal Laurel Class, while flydubai offers Lie-flat Seat on Boeing 737 MAX. Both airlines provide lie-flat business class seats, so the best choice depends on your route, schedule, and personal preferences.