Qantas vs Qatar Airways Business Class Comparison
| Qantas | Qatar Airways | |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 8/10 | 10/10 |
| Seat type | Lie-flat | Qsuite with Sliding Privacy Doors |
| Lie-flat | Yes | Yes |
| Seat width | 22 inches | 21.5 inches |
| Alliance | Oneworld | Oneworld |
| IATA | QF | QR |
| Hubs | Sydney (SYD), Melbourne (MEL) | Hamad International Airport (DOH) |
Qantas — Pros & Cons
- + Excellent A380 upper-deck product
- + Award-winning Australian wines
- + Strong Oneworld partnership network
- − Ageing A330 cabins on some routes
- − Limited non-stop routes from Australia
Qatar Airways — Pros & Cons
- + Qsuite offers industry-leading privacy with sliding doors
- + Quad configuration for couples or groups
- + Consistently top-ranked business class globally
- − Hub-and-spoke routing adds layovers via Doha
- − Qsuite not available on all routes
The verdict
Qatar Airways takes the edge with a 10/10 rating compared to 8/10 for Qantas. Qatar Airways stands out with its Qsuite with Sliding Privacy Doors, while Qantas offers Lie-flat. Both airlines provide lie-flat business class seats, so the best choice depends on your route, schedule, and personal preferences.