Qantas vs Virgin Atlantic Business Class Comparison
| Qantas | Virgin Atlantic | |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 8/10 | 8/10 |
| Seat type | Lie-flat | Upper Class Suite |
| Lie-flat | Yes | Yes |
| Seat width | 22 inches | 22 inches |
| Alliance | Oneworld | |
| IATA | QF | VS |
| Hubs | Sydney (SYD), Melbourne (MEL) | London Heathrow (LHR) |
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
Virgin Atlantic — Pros & Cons
- + Social space 'The Loft' bar
- + Distinctive design and brand
- + New A350 suites with privacy door
- − Smaller network than BA
- − Older A330 product being replaced
The verdict
Both Qantas and Virgin Atlantic earn a 8/10 rating, making this a close call. Qantas offers Lie-flat while Virgin Atlantic features Upper Class Suite. Your decision should come down to route availability, alliance loyalty, and which seat product appeals more to you.