flydubai vs Hawaiian Airlines Business Class Comparison
| flydubai | Hawaiian Airlines | |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 7/10 | 7/10 |
| Seat type | Lie-flat Seat on Boeing 737 MAX | Lie-flat Seat in 2-2-2 Layout on A330 |
| Lie-flat | Yes | Yes |
| Seat width | 21 inches | 19 inches |
| Alliance | None | Oneworld |
| IATA | FZ | HA |
| Hubs | Dubai International (DXB) | Honolulu Daniel K. Inouye (HNL) |
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
Hawaiian Airlines — Pros & Cons
- + Hawaiian hospitality and island-inspired service
- + Lie-flat seats to Hawaii on A330
- + Incoming 787-9 fleet with new premium product
- − 2-2-2 layout lacks direct aisle access
- − Limited route network beyond Hawaii
- − Seat width narrower than competitors
The verdict
Both flydubai and Hawaiian Airlines earn a 7/10 rating, making this a close call. flydubai offers Lie-flat Seat on Boeing 737 MAX while Hawaiian Airlines features Lie-flat Seat in 2-2-2 Layout on A330. Your decision should come down to route availability, alliance loyalty, and which seat product appeals more to you.