flydubai vs Philippine Airlines Business Class Comparison
| flydubai | Philippine Airlines | |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 7/10 | 7/10 |
| Seat type | Lie-flat Seat on Boeing 737 MAX | Lie-flat Suite on Airbus A350-900 |
| Lie-flat | Yes | Yes |
| Seat width | 21 inches | 22 inches |
| Alliance | None | None |
| IATA | FZ | PR |
| Hubs | Dubai International (DXB) | Manila Ninoy Aquino (MNL) |
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
Philippine Airlines — Pros & Cons
- + Excellent A350 business class with enclosed suites
- + Warm Filipino hospitality
- + Competitive fares from Manila
- − Older 777 product still in service
- − Manila airport experience is challenging
- − Not part of any alliance
The verdict
Both flydubai and Philippine Airlines earn a 7/10 rating, making this a close call. flydubai offers Lie-flat Seat on Boeing 737 MAX while Philippine Airlines features Lie-flat Suite on Airbus A350-900. Your decision should come down to route availability, alliance loyalty, and which seat product appeals more to you.