flydubai vs Shenzhen Airlines Business Class Comparison
| flydubai | Shenzhen Airlines | |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 7/10 | 7/10 |
| Seat type | Lie-flat Seat on Boeing 737 MAX | Business Class Lie-Flat |
| Lie-flat | Yes | Yes |
| Seat width | 21 inches | 21 inches |
| Alliance | None | Star Alliance |
| IATA | FZ | ZH |
| Hubs | Dubai International (DXB) | Shenzhen Bao'an Airport (SZX) |
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
Shenzhen Airlines — Pros & Cons
- + Star Alliance member
- + Modern 787 Dreamliner
- + Good connectivity from Shenzhen
- − Limited international exposure
- − Older A330 cabins
- − Mainly domestic focused
The verdict
Both flydubai and Shenzhen Airlines earn a 7/10 rating, making this a close call. flydubai offers Lie-flat Seat on Boeing 737 MAX while Shenzhen Airlines features Business Class Lie-Flat. Your decision should come down to route availability, alliance loyalty, and which seat product appeals more to you.