Cathay Pacific debuted its new Aria Suite in early 2025 and it's now being progressively retrofitted on its Boeing 777-300ER aircraft. Each Business Class suite features a privacy door and sliding partition creating a private, quiet, and relaxing space. As you would expect, the suite features a lie-flat bed in a 1-2-1 configuration and the middle seats have an adjustable divider. The cabin looks elegant with subtle colours and even some artwork. Dining onboard features meals crafted in partnership with Hong Kong’s leading chefs and restaurants. 

The Aria Suite is amongst the most technologically advanced Business Class cabin in the sky with an array of intuitive features. This includes a large, ultra-high-definition IFE screen, Bluetooth connectivity and customisable seat and lighting controls. 

TF top tip: Cathay Pacific operates its own highly acclaimed dedicated lounge at Heathrow Terminal 3. Be sure to try the assorted dim sum which are freshly cooked to order. Cathay also operates several lounges at Hong Kong Airport. One of them, known as ‘The Pier’, features a tearoom, noodle bar, a fine dining room with full a la carte menu, private suites for relaxing and stylish shower rooms.

Qatar Airways launched its ‘Qsuite’ to widespread acclaim, and it remains one of the most highly regarded Business Class cabins to this day. Now available on Qatar Airways A350’s and B777’s, every suite features a sliding privacy door and direct aisle access, offering the utmost in privacy and comfort. Be assured of a great night’s sleep with comfortable lie flat beds, quilted mattresses and plush duvets. Qatar Airways operates dedicated lounges worldwide, but the massive Al Mourjan lounge in Doha is truly memorable. At 10,000 square meters – 10 times the size of an Olympic swimming pool - the lounge is one of the largest and most lavish in the world. 

As well as being named the World’s Best Airline for a record ninth time in the Skytrax 2025 World Airline Awards, Qatar Airways was also awarded the World’s Best Business Class and World’s Best Business Class Lounge!

Most Qatar Airways aircraft are now fitted with Starlink Wi-Fi. This service is entirely complimentary and offers high-speed, uninterrupted internet access throughout the flight.  Passengers can even stream live sports to their personal devices.

TF top tip: If you are travelling together as a couple, book the centre seats which can be combined to become a double bed!

British Airways redesigned its long-haul Business Class cabin (known as Club World) back in 2019 with the launch of its highly acclaimed ‘Club Suite’. Since then, the airline has rolled out the Club Suites to all of its A350’s and most of its B777 aircraft. Laid out in a spacious 1-2-1 configuration, each suite has sliding doors for enhanced privacy, direct aisle access and a touchscreen to control the seat recline – from upright to fully lie-flat. The bed measures an impressive length of 79 inches when in the fully lie-flat position and is complemented by luxurious bedding and amenity kits designed by the White Company. 

Business Class dining on long-haul routes often uses quality British ingredients and look out for the signature afternoon tea which is served on some routes.  British Airways is also gradually rolling out high speed Starlink internet access to their fleet throughout 2026. 

TF top tip: If travelling to the USA or Canada, book at least six months ahead and travel mid-week for some of the very cheapest Business Class fares on British Airways.

Often considered as amongst the best in the business, Emirates Business Class looks and feels luxurious with gold and wood finishes. All seats are equipped with a control panel that allows you to adjust the seat recline to a lie-flat bed and each seat on the A380 also features a well-stocked private minibar and plenty of storage space. On the A380 check out the onboard bar and relax on comfortable leather seating where you can socialise with other passengers and help yourself to snacks, sandwiches and cakes. 

Another highlight of flying Emirates is the incredible onboard entertainment system with up to 6,500 channels of the latest movies, boxsets, music and games. 

TF top tip: Emirates provides a complimentary chauffeur service where you are picked up from your home or hotel, whisked to the airport and dropped off at your final destination. Emirates offers this at nearly 70 destinations. Your Trailinders Travel Consultant will be happy to book this for you.

Etihad has introduced a new refreshed Business Class cabin which is available onboard their new A350 and select new B787 aircraft. These suites feature a fully enclosed space with privacy door laid out in a 1-2-1 configuration. The seats convert to become spacious lie-flat beds and come complete with tableware, designer soft furnishings, plush bedding, and branded amenity kits. Each suite also features a huge 18.5-inch entertainment screen. Onboard dining includes an extensive dine on demand a la carte menu.

Etihad has recently launched new routes direct from Abu Dhabi to Chiang Mai, Hanoi, Krabi, Phnom Penh and Medan using its new A321neo aircraft. These narrow body aircraft feature just 14 Business Class seats laid out in a 1-1 configuration. All seats convert into a fully lie-flat position and give the cabin an intimate, exclusive feel. 

TF top tip: When available, be sure to try the mezze onboard which includes a delicious assortment of hot and cold Arabic appetisers.

An airline that needs no introduction, Singapore Airlines is well known for delivering superb service and is one of the most awarded airlines in the world. All seats are semi-enclosed suites with lie-flat beds complete with an extremely comfortable duvet and plush pillows. Dining onboard has received widespread acclaim with meals served on fine porcelain and paired with the finest wines and Champagnes.

TF top tip: Pre-order your Business Class meal using Singapore Airlines ‘Book the Cook’. There are a huge range of options to choose from with menu choices from around the World. Be sure to try the famous Singapore Airlines chicken satay!

To help maintain its ‘cool’ and innovative image, Virgin Atlantic has recently introduced a brand new stylish Upper Class cabin onboard its A350 and A330-Neo aircraft. Also known as Upper Class Suites, all seats are forward facing and offer direct aisle access. There are retractable privacy screens, and the seat has a motorised recline function so you can adjust the recline to any angle yourself. 

As a nod to the fun and social side of the airline, Virgin Atlantic has added social spaces known as the Loft or Retreat where passengers can relax with a drink in the company of friends or even fellow passengers and cabin crew! Travellers flying in Upper Class can experience the acclaimed Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse – amongst the best in the world. This lounge offers showers, a full a la carte menu, a huge bar area and even Peleton bikes and a pool table. 

TF top tip: If flying on Virgin Atlantic Upper Class and being driven to Heathrow airport, make sure you are dropped off at the Virgin Upper Class Wing. This is like a private airport where you will be personally greeted, have your baggage processed and whisked through the private security channel straight to the Clubhouse!