flydubai vs Malaysia Airlines Business Class Comparison
| flydubai | Malaysia Airlines | |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 7/10 | 7/10 |
| Seat type | Lie-flat Seat on Boeing 737 MAX | Lie-flat Seat in 1-2-1 Layout |
| Lie-flat | Yes | Yes |
| Seat width | 21 inches | 21 inches |
| Alliance | None | Oneworld |
| IATA | FZ | MH |
| Hubs | Dubai International (DXB) | Kuala Lumpur International (KUL) |
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
Malaysia Airlines — Pros & Cons
- + Excellent A350 business class product
- + Malaysian hospitality (MH stands for Malaysian Hospitality)
- + Competitive fares from Kuala Lumpur
- − Older A330 product on some routes
- − Network has shrunk from peak size
- − Lounge access varies at outstations
The verdict
Both flydubai and Malaysia Airlines earn a 7/10 rating, making this a close call. flydubai offers Lie-flat Seat on Boeing 737 MAX while Malaysia Airlines features Lie-flat Seat in 1-2-1 Layout. Your decision should come down to route availability, alliance loyalty, and which seat product appeals more to you.