flydubai vs KLM Royal Dutch Airlines Business Class Comparison
| flydubai | KLM Royal Dutch Airlines | |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 7/10 | 7/10 |
| Seat type | Lie-flat Seat on Boeing 737 MAX | Lie-flat |
| Lie-flat | Yes | Yes |
| Seat width | 21 inches | 20 inches |
| Alliance | None | SkyTeam |
| IATA | FZ | KL |
| Hubs | Dubai International (DXB) | Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) |
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
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines — Pros & Cons
- + Strong Amsterdam hub with short connections
- + Full lie-flat on all long-haul
- + Dutch-designed amenity kits
- − Narrow 2-2-2 layout on 777s lacks privacy
- − No direct aisle access for all seats
The verdict
Both flydubai and KLM Royal Dutch Airlines earn a 7/10 rating, making this a close call. flydubai offers Lie-flat Seat on Boeing 737 MAX while KLM Royal Dutch Airlines features Lie-flat. Your decision should come down to route availability, alliance loyalty, and which seat product appeals more to you.