flydubai vs Thai Airways Business Class Comparison
| flydubai | Thai Airways | |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 7/10 | 7/10 |
| Seat type | Lie-flat Seat on Boeing 737 MAX | Lie-flat |
| Lie-flat | Yes | Yes |
| Seat width | 21 inches | 21 inches |
| Alliance | None | Star Alliance |
| IATA | FZ | TG |
| Hubs | Dubai International (DXB) | Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK) |
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
Thai Airways — Pros & Cons
- + Excellent Thai-inspired cuisine
- + Generous amenity kits
- + Competitive pricing on Asian routes
- − Inconsistent hard product across fleet
- − Aging cabins on some 777s
The verdict
Both flydubai and Thai Airways earn a 7/10 rating, making this a close call. flydubai offers Lie-flat Seat on Boeing 737 MAX while Thai Airways features Lie-flat. Your decision should come down to route availability, alliance loyalty, and which seat product appeals more to you.