Emirates Vs. Qatar Airways Vs. Etihad: Which Carrier Wins Business Class?

The Middle East is home to one of the most premium and competitive airline markets on the planet. Legacy carriers such as Emirates, Qatar Airways, and Etihad Airways all offer business class products that are among the strongest in the market. Determining a winner among these three can be challenging and varies based on which aircraft one actually flies. We aim to break down these cabins across multiple channels, including hard product, soft product, and ground game. These carriers compete for all kinds of travelers, with connecting passengers increasingly becoming a major part of all their business models. The Qatar Airways Qsuite remains a key reference point for a business class seat with a suite-like feel, especially on routes where it is installed.