Best Business Class Seats & Cabins: Complete 2026 Guide

Qatar Airways Qsuite is still our pick for the best Business Class seat, especially if you’re traveling as a couple or with friends. ANA’s THE Room gives you plenty of space to stretch out, and JAL’s A350-1000 suites are another strong choice for flights to Japan. For sleeping, we’d also put Finnair’s AirLounge high on the list.

There’s plenty of competition in 2026. American has started flying its refurbished 777 with 70 Business Class suites, while United, Air New Zealand, and Virgin Atlantic offer larger suites at the front of Business. Some airlines are removing First Class altogether. For travelers using miles, that means more cabins to compare, including several that give you much of the space we used to associate with First.

We’ve flown and booked many of these airlines ourselves. I recently reviewed Air France’s latest A350-900 Business cabin from Papeete to Los Angeles, after paying $466 USD to upgrade a Flying Blue Premium Economy award through the app at check-in. I’ve also reviewed KLM’s updated 777 Business cabin, its 787, China Airlines’ A350, and American’s First and Business cabins. Philip’s Finnair and SAS reviews and Richard’s JAL and Cathay reports add more of the team’s experience.

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Best Business Class Seats: Quick Comparison

All nine picks below are flying, with fully flat beds and direct aisle access in the layouts listed. We’ve ranked the seats, but your route and mileage price matter too. I’d take a comfortable nonstop over a long connection just to try a slightly better seat.

On a small screen, scroll the comparison sideways. Select a cabin name for its route examples, tradeoffs and booking advice.

How We Rank the Best Business Class Airlines and Seats

We look at how much room you have to sit and sleep, privacy, storage, and how the seats work for solo travelers and companions. A door is nice, but I’d pay more attention to the bed and footwell on an overnight flight. Qsuite stands out because you can share space with the people you’re traveling with. THE Room is unusually wide, while JAL gives each passenger a private suite.

The ranking is a starting point. Singapore Airlines, Emirates, EVA, STARLUX, and the other airlines below may be a better fit for your trip. We’ve also compared the larger front-row suites separately, since you may need to pay extra to select them.

Our picks combine the team’s flight experience with published cabin details for seats we haven’t tried yet. Each review names the aircraft and seat it covers. Richard’s JAL 777 review, for example, is useful if you’re considering Sky Suites, while the newer A350 has a different cabin.

What We’ve Actually Paid for These Cabins

Some of my best bookings haven’t been straightforward Business Class awards. For Air France, I upgraded a Premium Economy award. For KLM, I used a voucher on a mixed-cabin trip. And for China Airlines, I paid cash because the Business awards didn’t fit my dates. Here’s what those trips actually cost, alongside my American First and Business bookings.

These are the costs of our trips, not current offers. The KLM voucher and Air France check-in upgrade are especially important to the comparison: neither amount represents a standard Business award available on its own. Philip also paid €350 to upgrade on Finnair in January 2023. Check all the options before deciding how to use your miles.

Which Seat Is Best for Your Situation?

• Solo travel and privacy: A Qsuite window seat, JAL A350-1000 suite, or Cathay Aria Suite. For reverse-herringbone cabins, window seats face away from the aisle; center seats give you a neighbor even with a divider.
• Couples: Qsuite’s paired center seats can create a double bed. Other center pairs let you talk across a lowered divider, but check how far apart the seats actually are.
• Families or four traveling together: Qsuite’s Quad arrangement is the standout. You still need four suitable seat assignments and four tickets. A Business Class award for four people doesn’t reserve a Quad. Check the airline’s child-seat and bassinet rules before booking.
• Sleeping: THE Room for width; AirLounge if you like changing position inside a fixed shell. Tall travelers should also examine Lufthansa’s Extra Long Bed Seat below. Bed length alone doesn’t tell you how much room your feet and knees get.
• A trip you can book with your existing miles: Start with your program’s inventory. A nonstop in your second-choice cabin can be a better trip than a long connection to reach the highest-ranked seat.

My Aerolíneas Argentinas Buenos Aires–Miami review is a useful reminder to check the bed itself. I flew the older A330-200 cabin on LV-FVH, with angled-flat seats in 2-2-2. Other aircraft in the same fleet have fully flat seats. The Business Class label alone would not have told me which one I was booking.

Is Business Class Replacing First Class?

Some airlines are replacing First with larger Business cabins. Others are keeping both. Doors and flat beds are now only the starting point. Airlines are adding larger front-row suites, bigger beds, companion seating and more premium seats across the aircraft. For an award traveler, that creates two different opportunities: more Business seats to search, and a premium seat within Business that may cost extra.

American is the clearest 2026 example. Its September 2 announcement confirms 70 Flagship Suites and 44 Premium Economy seats on the refitted 777-300ER, with Flagship First no longer sold for 777 travel from November 19, 2026. These larger Business cabins take over the top end of the aircraft. Our dedicated AA fleet update covers the route rollout.

Oman Air went further with the naming: it replaced First with Business Studio while retaining the spacious seat. Korean Air’s 11-aircraft 777 retrofit removes First to make room for a new three-class cabin. First Class is staying on other airlines, though. Air France has invested in a new La Première, and Qantas’ Project Sunrise aircraft will carry both enclosed Business suites and a separate First cabin.

What I Noticed Flying American’s First and Business Cabins

I flew the older 777 in both cabins: First Class from Buenos Aires to New York in 1A, then Business Class back to Buenos Aires in 9A. First gave me a spacious seat, excellent bedding, and particularly attentive service. It also had an aging screen and no privacy door. Business still gave me a comfortable bed and mattress pad, but the service on that flight was unusually poor.

My Flagship First seat before the 777 retrofit. The space and service were the highlights; there was no closing door.

That’s why I’d separate the new seat from the full First Class experience. A private Business suite can improve the bed, storage, and technology, while cabin size, bedding, and crew attention still make a difference. My reviews cover the older cabins; the new 70-suite layout is shown below.

Which Business Seats Feel Closest to First?

The feeling of First can come from the seat, but First Class also includes cabin size, crew attention, dining flexibility, ground service and exclusivity. A 70-seat Business cabin can have an excellent bed without providing the same experience as a four-seat First cabin. More installed Business seats also do not guarantee more partner awards; airlines decide how much inventory each program receives.

1. Qatar Airways Qsuite: Best Overall

Qsuite earns the top spot because it works for different kinds of trips. A solo traveler can close a door; selected center seats form a double bed or a four-person shared space. The forward- and rear-facing, staggered 1-2-1 layout preserves direct aisle access. Choose it when privacy and time with your companions matter equally. Qatar’s Qsuite page shows the different arrangements.

Look for the original Qsuite on equipped A350-1000s, A350-900s and 777s. Qatar’s 787-9 Business Class Suite is a different product, and an A380 Business seat isn’t Qsuite. Even “1-2-1” alone isn’t enough to distinguish them. Look for Qsuite’s box-like, staggered positions and alternating seat directions. Qatar’s other 1-2-1 cabins can have angled, reverse-herringbone rows instead; those aren’t the same product.

A useful current search is Doha–Philadelphia: Qatar’s August 2026 resumption announcement specifies a Qsuite-equipped A350-900. Its New York offer page also promotes Qsuite.

The main tradeoff is securing the right seats with miles. Check Qatar Privilege Club directly and AAdvantage for partner awards. Qatar may have Avios seats even when AAdvantage shows none. You can search AAdvantage in AwardFares; check the current program coverage for other search options. Our AAdvantage guide covers partner pricing and booking rules.

Qsuite’s center seats can form a shared space for four, as shown here, or selected pairs can form a double bed.

2. ANA THE Room: Best for Seat Width

THE Room offers an unusually wide seat, a door, and alternating forward- and rear-facing rows in 1-2-1. We’d choose it for personal space on a long flight. The width is the attraction; don’t assume it also has the longest bed or the most room in every sleeping position.

ANA THE Room on the 777-300ER. The upcoming 787 seat is a separate product. Image: ANA.

It is a selected Boeing 777-300ER product. Look for 64 Business seats and THE Room’s alternating forward/rear-facing layout, compared with 68 Business seats in the older 212-seat layout. ANA’s product page describes a “new 212-seat” aircraft, but its linked generic 212-seat map also describes an older configuration. Total aircraft capacity alone is therefore an unreliable shortcut. A 787 booking doesn’t mean THE Room; THE Room FX is a separate, upcoming product.

ANA introduced THE Room on all Tokyo Haneda–London Heathrow flights from October 30, 2022. London is a useful route to start with, then check for the 64-seat Business layout on your chosen flight.

Compare ANA Mileage Club directly with partner options such as United MileagePlus. Virgin Atlantic Flying Club also books ANA, but its official instructions require contacting its team. Search ANA-operated flights through MileagePlus in AwardFares as a lead, then ask Virgin to confirm its own access. You’ll need to contact Flying Club to confirm and book the ANA award. Compare surcharges as well as points.

3. JAL A350-1000 Business Class: Our Pick for a Private Suite to Japan

JAL’s A350-1000 Business Class gives each passenger an enclosed suite, a flat bed and direct aisle access in 1-2-1, with 54 Business seats. We’d choose it for an individual space rather than a shared double bed. Its headrest speakers and storage are useful details, but the layout and privacy earn its place. Check the official A350-1000 cabin and route page.

JAL lists Haneda–New York JFK, Dallas/Fort Worth, London, Paris and Los Angeles among A350-1000 services. Frequencies and start dates vary; use the flight-level table. The domestic A350-900 and older international 777/787 Sky Suites are different seats.

Search AAdvantage in AwardFares, or JAL Mileage Bank directly. JAL may offer more seats to its own members than to partners, so compare both programs and nearby dates.

Richard’s 777 Sky Suites review, published June 30, 2025, covers Haneda–Helsinki on the older 777, not this A350 suite. He found shortcomings in the ground experience.

JAL’s A350-1000 suite is a different product from the older 777 Sky Suite.

4. Cathay Pacific Aria Suite: Best for Privacy and Entertainment Together

Aria Suite pairs a sliding door with a 24-inch 4K screen, Bluetooth audio and useful personal storage. Its 1-2-1 layout works particularly well for solo travelers who want to face away from the aisle. The compromise is that it doesn’t offer Qsuite’s shared bed or group arrangement.

Cathay Pacific’s Aria Suite on the refurbished 777-300ER. Image: Cathay Pacific.

Find the retrofitted 777-300ER with 45 Aria Suites, rather than assuming every Cathay 777 or A350 has the new seat. Cathay’s cabin announcement confirms the configuration. The retrofit is still rolling out across the fleet.

Airline-published examples include Hong Kong–London Heathrow, San Francisco and Milan, and Los Angeles. Cathay’s Los Angeles announcement specifies selected flights from April 4, 2026.

Check Cathay using Asia Miles directly and AAdvantage or Qantas Frequent Flyer in AwardFares. American confirms Cathay redemptions, but partner inventory can be smaller or different. AwardFares doesn’t currently list Asia Miles as a supported direct search.

Our Aria launch coverage explains the design. Richard’s London–Hong Kong review, published November 7, 2024, covers the older 777 and A350 cabins. He liked the food but reported rushed service and limited food supply on the return flight. For Aria, use the new cabin details above.

5. Air France’s Latest Business Suites: Suites You Can Book With Flying Blue

The latest Air France Business seats combine a door, direct aisle access and a fully flat bed in 1-2-1. They make a good target if you want a private seat and already collect Flying Blue miles. We aren’t ranking all Air France Business cabins as the same product.

My suite 2A on Air France’s A350-900, photographed before our Papeete–Los Angeles flight. Read the full flight review.

On the A350, look for the new layout with 48 Business suites, rather than the earlier 34-seat Business cabin. Air France lists several total aircraft capacities in its official seat maps, so check the Business cabin layout rather than total capacity alone. There are also door-equipped 777-300ERs, with a different seat design. Older A350 layouts and other 777 configurations need separate checks. Extra space in a bulkhead suite should never be assumed for every seat.

Air France introduced the new 777 cabin on Paris CDG–New York JFK in January 2023. Check the seat map for the New York flight you choose.

Our Air France A350 Experience: PPT–LAX for Miles Plus a Cash Upgrade

I flew AF19 from Papeete to Los Angeles on August 27, 2026, in seat 2A on F-HUVU, an A350-900 that Flighty showed as about seven months old. My full Air France A350 Business Class review covers the suite, meals, lounge, and upgrade booking.

The Tahiti booking report records 67,500 Flying Blue miles + €243.89 per person for Premium Economy. At check-in, I paid another $466 USD to upgrade to Business. I had booked Premium Economy with miles, then accepted the cash upgrade offer through the Air France app. The total per person was 67,500 miles + €243.89 + $466 USD (approximately $748 USD in combined cash charges, using the conversion in the review).

Our original PPT–LAX booking: 67,500 miles + €243.89 per passenger. The later $466 Business upgrade is additional and is not shown on this receipt.

The privacy in 2A, comfortable bed with a mattress pad, and food and service made the upgrade worth it for me. I also had fast, free Starlink WiFi on this aircraft. Lunch took almost two and a half hours, which I enjoyed as a moment for myself; the timing is useful to know if you want to plan your sleep. My main disappointments were messy boarding and faulty headphones. I rated the flight 4.5/5.

It’s worth checking the upgrade offer at check-in, especially when a Business award costs a lot of miles. I’d still book a cabin I’m comfortable flying in, since an upgrade offer may not be available.

Use Flying Blue, which AwardFares supports directly. Compare a few dates, since prices can vary a lot. Verify the long-haul segment’s cabin, total miles and cash charges on Air France or KLM before booking. Our Flying Blue guide explains the booking options.

6. Finnair AirLounge: A Different Approach to Sleeping

AirLounge is a non-reclining seat inside a fixed shell, with panels that complete a flat bed. It has direct aisle access in 1-2-1, but no sliding door. Choose it if you like moving between sitting, lounging and sleeping without repeatedly adjusting a motorized seat. If you need a conventional recline position, it may be the wrong choice.

Finnair says its renewed long-haul cabin is available across its long-haul fleet. Target Finnair-operated A330s and A350s, including searches between Helsinki and Tokyo Haneda or New York. Short-haul European Business and partner-operated codeshares aren’t the same product.

Philip flew Helsinki–Haneda in January 2023 and reported eight hours of sleep. He found the seat comfortable, if slightly firm, and the meal service weaker than the seat. He paid €350 for the cash upgrade on that trip.

Philip's AirLounge bed on Helsinki–Tokyo Haneda, January 2023.

Search Finnair Plus directly in AwardFares, and compare AAdvantage partner inventory if you have American miles. Our Finnair Plus guide covers redemption rules. Families should read Finnair’s Business Class child-seat restrictions: children aged two and over must be able to sit independently and use the regular belt.

7. British Airways Club Suite: Privacy on Flights Through Heathrow

Club Suite is the BA seat to target for a door and direct aisle access. Its 1-2-1 reverse-herringbone arrangement is much more private than the older Club World layout. It doesn’t offer a shared double bed, and center seats aren’t as sociable as Qsuite’s close pairs.

The A350-1000 has 56 Club Suites. For other aircraft, use BA’s seat maps to identify the Club Suite configuration. “Club World” describes the cabin being sold and doesn’t, by itself, guarantee the seat generation. BA’s current product factsheet lists Heathrow–New York JFK as a Club Suite route; equipment changes remain possible.

Book with British Airways Club Avios directly or check AAdvantage partner awards in AwardFares. BA’s own program isn’t currently listed for direct AwardFares searches. Compare the full cash component and seat-selection conditions; the lowest mileage quote isn’t necessarily the lowest total cost. BA confirms the seat’s door, bed and aisle access.

Look for Club Suite on the seat map, rather than relying on the Club World fare name.

8. American Airlines Flagship Suite: New Suites on the 787, 777 and A321XLR

American’s Flagship Suite provides a sliding door, flat bed and direct aisle access. It also replaces American’s international Flagship First cabin. For long-haul trips, target the 787-9 designated 78P with 51 suites, or the newly retrofitted 777-300ER with 70 suites, both in 1-2-1. The A321XLR also carries Flagship Suites, in a narrower 1-1 cabin.

American’s newly unveiled 777-300ER Flagship Suite cabin. Check for the refurbished configuration when booking. Image: American Airlines.

American’s July 2, 2025 route announcement identifies Chicago O’Hare–London Heathrow as a 78P route in its 787 route update. Its September 2, 2026 announcement reports the first retrofitted 777 and names New York JFK–Buenos Aires as its first commercial flight. The retrofit is rolling across the 20-aircraft 777-300ER fleet. Flagship First is no longer sold for 777 travel beginning November 19, 2026; the corresponding transcontinental cutoff is March 28, 2027 as A321XLRs replace the A321T. You’ll still need to check which layout is assigned to your flight during the retrofit.

I’d choose the new suite for the privacy door. On my older 777 Business Class flight to Buenos Aires, the bed was comfortable, but the service was less attentive than on my First Class flight in the other direction. Our September fleet update shows the new cabin and how to identify its 70-seat layout in AwardFares.

Start with AAdvantage in AwardFares. American’s own awards use variable pricing; partner programs need separately released inventory. A standard Business award also doesn’t automatically include a premium front-row Flagship Suite Preferred assignment. Check the Preferred seat-selection price before booking.

A Real AwardFares Example: Identifying AA’s Refurbished 777

Our September 2 AA update includes the seat map for AA953 from New York JFK to Buenos Aires, the new cabin’s first commercial flight. With Business selected, the map shows 70 seats extending from row 1 to row 19. The older aircraft has 52 Business seats and a separate eight-seat First cabin.

Our September 2 seat-map example. Look for the larger Business layout to identify the refurbished 777, then check award availability separately.

Here’s how I’d use that example for another flight:

1. Open AwardFares Seat Maps and enter the flight and date you’re considering.
2. Look for 70 Business seats across rows 1–19. The older layout has 52 Business seats plus eight First seats.
3. Search AAdvantage Business award availability for your dates and passenger count. The map identifies the cabin; the award result tells you whether seats are offered for miles.

In our September 2 screenshots, selecting First displayed the same 70-seat map. That did not make it a First Class cabin. Search Business for the refurbished aircraft. This is a dated cabin-identification example, not a claim that award seats are available today.

9. Delta One Suites: Privacy and a Firm Bed

Delta One Suites offer doors, fully flat beds and direct aisle access in 1-2-1. Target the A330-900neo or a suite-equipped A350-900. Delta One is also sold on aircraft without doors, so the brand name alone is insufficient. Delta’s product description itself distinguishes the suite experience from the broader cabin.

Delta’s January 15, 2025 deployment announcement identifies Atlanta–Buenos Aires as an A330-900neo route. Its A330-900neo announcement specifies 29 Delta One Suites.

On my 2024 Buenos Aires–New York trip, I had good service but found the cushion firm and the doors lower than I’d like. I published the review on December 10, 2024. I bought a paid ticket for this flight as part of my EuroBonus Millionaire challenge.

My Delta One cabin on Buenos Aires–New York during the 2024 trip.

Search SkyMiles in AwardFares. Also compare Flying Club or Flying Blue when Delta releases partner seats, but don’t expect partners to reproduce every SkyMiles result. Variable SkyMiles pricing can make the seat expensive in miles. Our SkyMiles guide covers the booking decision in more detail.

More Business Class Cabins at a Glance

Compare 43 airlines below, including the seats flying now and the new cabins still to come. During a retrofit, the same airline can have several layouts on the same aircraft type.

United, SWISS and Lufthansa: Standard Business vs. Premium Suites

These are central to the new generation of Business Class. Compare the standard seat with the extra-space suite before deciding what to book.

United Polaris and Polaris Studio

United’s Elevated 787-9 interior has 56 standard Polaris seats plus eight Polaris Studio suites, with direct aisle access in 1-2-1. Studio adds space and a larger screen; only six of the eight have a belted companion ottoman. The older Polaris generation is a different seat without a door.

United’s 787-9 Polaris Studio, the larger suite option within its new Business cabin. Image: United Airlines.

United’s July 2026 results confirm that the Elevated 787-9 is operating between San Francisco and Singapore and London. Its March 2026 sales announcement put San Francisco–Singapore UA1 on sale for April 22 and San Francisco–London UA901 for April 30. Doors were locked open at launch. August 2026 reporting says certification was completed and unlocking began across the fleet. United hasn’t published a matching newsroom update, so check with the airline if the closing door is important to you.

Use MileagePlus in AwardFares for United awards; compare Miles&Smiles in AwardFares and Aeroplan directly for partner access. Check the Studio price separately from a standard Polaris award. Our Polaris Studio announcement explains the design. Richard’s 2023 Polaris review covers the older 767 product, not Elevated or Studio.

SWISS Senses Business

SWISS Senses is already operating on A350-900s. The airline’s current cabin page lists Zurich–Boston and Zurich–Seoul for summer 2026. Johannesburg and selected Shanghai services are winter 2026/27 plans, not additional summer routes.

SWISS Senses Business Suite mockup, showing the premium suite option. Image: SWISS.

The Business cabin has multiple seat types and direct aisle access, with staggered 1-2-1 and 1-1-1 sections. Selected Business Suites have sliding doors; the standard seats don’t. SWISS’s seat announcement makes the distinction clear.

Choose Senses if you want an alternative to a conventional suite, but check the exact seat and any reservation charge. Search Miles & More directly, MileagePlus or Miles&Smiles in AwardFares, or Aeroplan directly, subject to each program’s award access. An award in Business doesn’t promise the front-row suite. Look for the A350 cabin map, since Senses service is also offered on aircraft with older seats.

Lufthansa Allegris Business

Allegris is operating on selected A350s from Munich and 787s from Frankfurt. Lufthansa’s current destinations page lists summer examples including Munich–New York JFK and Frankfurt–Austin. Other A350s and 787s can have different interiors.

The staggered layout mixes 1-2-1 and 1-1-1 sections with direct aisle access. The Business Class Suite has a door; Classic, Privacy, Extra Space and Extra Long Bed seats aren’t all enclosed suites. The 2.2-meter Extra Long Bed is particularly relevant for tall travelers. Seat selection and possible charges are part of the decision.

Check Miles & More directly and compare MileagePlus or Miles&Smiles in AwardFares or Aeroplan directly for partner awards. Don’t assume an ordinary award includes the Business Class Suite. Lufthansa confirmed certification of 25 of the 28 Business seats in March 2026, with a Frankfurt–Toronto flight on March 15. Check the remaining seat limitations on your specific flight.

The Latest Operating Business Class Cabins: The Full Comparison

There are plenty of good options beyond our top nine. If you have miles in a particular program or want a nonstop flight, these airlines are worth comparing too.

For each airline, I’ve highlighted the seat difference that matters and the programs to start with. The search workflow below covers the checks shared by every booking: passenger count, each segment’s cabin, the final price, and aircraft changes. Airline and partner programs can offer different award inventory; a seat shown as unassigned on a map is not proof that you can book it with miles.

Alaska Airlines International Business Class: 787 Suites From Seattle

Alaska’s international 787-9 cabin has 34 enclosed, fully flat suites in 1-2-1, all with direct aisle access. This is a long-haul suite product, separate from Alaska’s domestic First Class recliners. If you’re based on the US West Coast and have Atmos Rewards points, I’d start here.

Alaska Airlines’ international Business Class seat on the 787. Image: Alaska Airlines.

The airline’s 2026 cabin announcement describes the new international experience. Its May 2026 European route update confirms Seattle–London Heathrow has launched. London and Rome are useful starting points for a 787 search. Look for the 34-seat 787 cabin when checking your flight.

Start with Atmos Rewards in AwardFares for Seattle departures. Our Alaska 787 guide explains the international expansion.

STARLUX A350-900 and A350-1000: A Bigger Business Cabin in 2026

STARLUX’s A350 Business suites combine doors, flat beds and direct aisle access in 1-2-1. There are 26 Business seats on the A350-900 and 40 on the new A350-1000. The larger aircraft also retains four First Class seats, an example of expanding Business while keeping First.

Business Class aboard STARLUX’s A350-1000. Image: STARLUX Airlines.

The February 10, 2026 airline announcement confirms the A350-1000’s first scheduled flight, JX802 Taipei–Tokyo Narita. The Phoenix route page advertises A350-1000 service from July 2. The A330neo and A321neo have different cabins, so “STARLUX Business” is not enough to select the enclosed long-haul suite.

For points, start with Atmos Rewards in AwardFares, or COSMILE directly. STARLUX partner access is program-specific, not a benefit of every oneworld currency. Our STARLUX and Alaska booking coverage explains the partnership’s origins; the program is now called Atmos Rewards. Choose STARLUX for a Taipei connection with a private suite, while comparing the award cost against EVA and China Airlines on the same route.

Korean Air Prestige Suites 2.0: New Seats on the 787-10 and Refitted 777s

Prestige Suites 2.0 is the generation to look for, rather than the older Prestige Sleeper or Apex-style Prestige Suite. The 787-10 has 36 Business seats, flat beds and direct aisle access in 1-2-1. High walls improve separation, although the airline’s current product page emphasizes the walls and divider; check with Korean Air about door use on your flight.

Korean’s July 2024 launch coverage documents the 787-10 introduction. The first route was Incheon–Tokyo Narita. The airline also announced 11 777-300ER retrofits, replacing First with Premium Economy and installing Prestige Suites 2.0. Check the 777 seat map to see whether the retrofit has reached your flight. See the airline’s retrofit announcement.

Compare SKYPASS directly with Korean-operated awards through Flying Blue, SkyMiles or EuroBonus where offered. Our Korean Air cabin coverage explains the retrofit’s wider context.

Air New Zealand Business Premier and Luxe: The New 787 Cabin

Air New Zealand’s redesigned 787-9 Business Premier has a new angled layout, flat beds and direct aisle access in 1-2-1. Standard seats have privacy screens; Business Premier Luxe adds a full closing door, a larger bed and space for two to dine. On the first retrofit, Luxe comprises four front-row seats sold as paid seat selection on top of Business Premier.

The May 5, 2025 launch announcement names ZK-NZH, Auckland–Brisbane on May 19, and Auckland–San Francisco that evening. The retrofit is being rolled out across the 787 fleet. The old inward-facing herringbone seat is a different experience.

Use Airpoints directly, or search partner Business awards through MileagePlus or Miles&Smiles in AwardFares, with Aeroplan another direct-site comparison. Luxe availability and its supplement need a separate check. Our 2019 Air New Zealand review covers the old seat, not this retrofit. The upcoming 777 cabin is listed separately below because its design and launch date differ.

Business Premier Luxe product illustration. The full door and larger bed belong to Luxe, not every new 787 Business seat.

Riyadh Air Business and Business Elite: A New Airline to Try

Riyadh Air is now selling tickets and flying its new aircraft. Its 2026 newsroom lists launches to London, Dubai, Cairo, and Bangkok, giving you a new option for travel through Saudi Arabia.

The new 787-9 distinguishes Business from the larger front-row Business Elite. The cabin announcement from owner PIF describes fully flat premium products, with 32-inch screens in Elite versus 22-inch screens in Business. Compare the two seat types in Riyadh Air’s booking. If you want the extra space at the front, select Business Elite.

It is an interesting option for travel to Saudi Arabia and for travelers who want to try a new premium product. For points bookings, Sfeer isn’t supported in AwardFares yet. Check Riyadh Air’s own redemption terms. Partner redemptions still need to be confirmed with the program you want to use.

Virgin Atlantic Upper Class and Retreat Suite: Watch the A330neo Configuration

For Virgin’s most private current seat, target the A330-900neo: fully flat 1-2-1 suites with doors, including larger Retreat Suites at the front. The A350’s Upper Class seat and the older 787/A330-300 cabins are different products. Choose the neo when a door and a more conventional private suite matter more than the onboard social space.

The window Retreat Suite in Virgin Atlantic’s newer A330neo configuration. Check the layout of your flight. Image: Virgin Atlantic.

The original A330neo launch identified London–Boston in October 2022 and two Retreat Suites. Virgin’s premium cabin expansion announcement says a larger configuration starts arriving from Q3 2026, with 48 Upper Class seats including six Retreat Suites and 56 Premium seats. Check whether your flight has the original two Retreat Suites or the larger six-suite layout.

Search Flying Club in AwardFares, then check the Retreat seat-selection price separately. Flying Blue, SkyMiles and EuroBonus are alternative searches when Virgin releases partner inventory.

Etihad Business: A350, New 787 Suites and the A321LR

Etihad has several products worth separating. The A350-1000 offers 44 door-equipped Business suites in 1-2-1. Newer 787-9s with 32 Business suites use a different enclosed seat; older 787 Business Studios and the A380’s Business Studios are not that new 787 design. All these long-haul products offer flat beds and direct aisle access, but the doors and seat geometry differ. Etihad’s 787 announcement shows the new suite.

The A321LR cabin announcement adds a further distinction: 14 flat-bed Business seats in 1-1, plus two separately marketed First Suites. A Business award doesn’t buy those First Suites. The August 2025 launch put the aircraft on regional and medium-haul routes; check Abu Dhabi–Phuket and the airline’s current equipment schedule as search leads.

Compare Etihad Guest and AAdvantage in AwardFares where partner seats are available. Our Etihad cabin guide helps distinguish generations, and the Etihad Guest guide covers the program. For a door-equipped long-haul seat, we’d start with the A350 or explicitly identified new 787 suite.

Emirates: A350, Refitted 777 and the A380 Experience

Emirates’ newest seat isn’t confined to its largest aircraft. The A350-900 has 32 flat-bed Business seats in 1-2-1, with direct aisle access and no suite doors. Emirates’ January 4, 2025 announcement confirms its commercial debut to Edinburgh. The A350 is a useful choice for a modern seat without the configuration risk of an unrefitted 777.

Emirates’ A350 Business cabin. Its A380 and 777 seats are different products. Image: Emirates.

The refitted 777-300ER’s 1-2-1 Business cabin is a substantial improvement over the older 2-3-2 layout, which includes a middle seat and lacks universal direct aisle access. The A380 remains distinctive for its upper-deck Business cabin and onboard lounge. That can be more appealing for a sociable daytime flight than choosing solely by screen size or delivery date.

Emirates’ November 18, 2025 retrofit update describes further A350-inspired Business seats on A380s and 777s from August 2026. The seats will change gradually as aircraft are refurbished. Our 777 refresh coverage explains the earlier configuration change.

Check Skywards directly and compare Qantas Frequent Flyer in AwardFares for partner awards. Emirates is not in oneworld, and Qantas access doesn’t extend to every oneworld program.

Singapore Airlines: Current A380 vs. A350/777 Business

Singapore already has several Business cabins to choose from while we wait for its new suites. Its current cabin selector separates the A380, long-haul A350/777, and regional products.

The A380’s 78-seat Business cabin has flat beds and direct aisle access in 1-2-1, with selected center pairs that form a double bed. There are no closing Business doors. The long-haul A350 and 777-300ER have wide seats with a different bed conversion and footwell arrangement. Don’t substitute a regional A350 or 787-10 seat map for the long-haul product.

Start with KrisFlyer directly for Singapore’s own long-haul premium inventory. Partner availability can be more restricted; a MileagePlus or Aeroplan search alone won’t show every seat KrisFlyer offers. KrisFlyer isn’t currently a direct AwardFares search. See the upcoming section for the new A350 cabin.

China Airlines A350 Premium Business: A Cabin We’ve Flown

On my Amsterdam–Taipei A350 flight, I sat in 18A, the last window seat on the left. I’d read warnings about noise from the nearby galley, but it didn’t bother me, even while sleeping. The cabin felt cozy and private despite having no doors, and the crew offered to put the seat cover on for me.

China Airlines’ A350 cabin on my Amsterdam–Taipei trip, reviewed in December 2024. This is the existing Business seat, not the upcoming 787.

There was plenty of covered storage, and the tray table was large. My main complaint was its height when typing on a laptop, since it wasn’t adjustable. Those small details can matter more on a long flight than whether the seat has a door.

I paid $1,385 USD for the full Amsterdam–Taipei–Seoul itinerary during my EuroBonus Millionaire challenge. I had found award options, but none in Business on the dates I needed. The cash fare made more sense for that trip. The price covered both flights, including the onward connection to Seoul.

Compare Dynasty Flyer directly with Flying Blue, SkyMiles, or EuroBonus in AwardFares for partner awards. Match the seat map to the aircraft: China Airlines has different A350 configurations, and my A330 Taipei–Seoul review covers another seat entirely. The new 787 is in the upcoming section.

EVA Air Royal Laurel: A Strong Alternative Without a Door

EVA’s Royal Laurel on the 777-300ER and 787 offers fully flat beds and direct aisle access in 1-2-1, with different seat designs by aircraft. The current Royal Laurel product page distinguishes the 777’s reverse-herringbone seats from the 787 product. Neither should be confused with an A330 Premium Laurel seat.

EVA Air’s Royal Laurel Business cabin on the 787. Image: EVA Air.

Choose EVA when the route, bed and service offering work better for you than chasing a door. The newer three-class 787-9 adds Premium Economy; EVA’s dedicated aircraft page is the reference for that configuration. The Business seat still has no door.

For Taipei long-haul searches, compare Infinity MileageLands directly with MileagePlus or Miles&Smiles in AwardFares, and Aeroplan directly. Our EVA award-redemption guide and booking mistakes guide provide practical background.

Iberia: New A350 Suites vs. A321XLR Flat Beds

Iberia’s newer A350-900 Business cabin uses 1-2-1 flat-bed suites with sliding doors. Older A350s and A330s have other seats without those doors. The seat manufacturer’s announcement confirms the new A350 generation entered service in December 2022. Look for the new suite layout rather than relying on “A350.”

Manufacturer rendering of Iberia’s newer A350 Business suite. Image: Iberia / RECARO Aircraft Seating.

The A321XLR’s November 2024 launch adds 14 flat beds in 1-1 with direct aisle access, but no closing suite doors. Madrid–Boston is its historical transatlantic launch route. This can be a very practical nonstop even if a widebody suite has more room.

Compare Iberia Club directly, plus AAdvantage or Qantas Frequent Flyer in AwardFares when partner awards are released. An Avios balance doesn’t require you to use the same program for every booking. Our Iberia Club guide explains the program changes.

KLM World Business Class: Our Experience in the New 777 Cabin

KLM is one of my favorite airlines, especially between Europe and South America. On my Amsterdam–Buenos Aires flight, reviewed in May 2026, I sat in 3A on Boeing 777-300ER PH-BQA. The seat felt more spacious and private than the 787 I’d flown previously. The sliding door is more like a thin panel than a heavy suite door, but it does a good job.

My seat on the updated KLM 777-300ER. The full review covers KL701 from Amsterdam to Buenos Aires, in seat 3A.

The crew was warm and attentive, the meals were tasty, and the charging setup was useful: AC power, USB-A, USB-C, and wireless charging. On the downside, the seat felt a little hard without a mattress pad. The Crown Lounge was also the weakest part of the experience for me, with ordinary food and a less comfortable atmosphere than some newer flagship lounges.

The sliding panel gives the new 777 seat more privacy. It felt thin, but worked well on my flight.

The updated 777-200ER/777-300ER cabin has 1-2-1 flat beds, doors, and direct aisle access. KLM introduced the seats in 2023. The 787 has a different seat without a door, while the older A330 uses 2-2-2. My 787-9 Buenos Aires–Santiago review gives you a look at that cabin on a short fifth-freedom flight.

I booked the 777 as part of a mixed-cabin EuroBonus round trip with a SAS Amex 2-for-1 voucher. The Business return from Stockholm through Amsterdam worked out to 41,250 points + about 850 SEK per person, using the prices available before the December 1 devaluation described in the review. That was the return half of a larger booking, so it isn’t a standalone AMS–EZE award price you can expect today.

Search Flying Blue or EuroBonus in AwardFares and compare the same dates. SkyMiles and Flying Club are other partner options when seats are released. Our Flying Blue guide explains the redemption options; KLM’s upcoming A350 is covered separately below.

Royal Jordanian 787-9 Crown Class: A New Seat to Check

Royal Jordanian’s 787-9 fleet page lists 32 Crown Class seats in rows 1–8. This is a different cabin from the 24-seat 787-8. One Mile at a Time’s seat comparison identifies the new 787 product as Collins Elements, the suite family also used by STARLUX and Cathay Aria.

Royal Jordanian’s newer Crown Class cabin on the 787-9. Image: Royal Jordanian.

If you’re considering a connection through Amman, look for the 787-9 and its 32-seat map. We haven’t reviewed it ourselves. Start with Royal Club, or compare partner awards through AAdvantage and Qantas Frequent Flyer in AwardFares. Check the flight’s configuration and the seats available through your chosen program.

SAS Long-Haul Business: Useful With EuroBonus, Without Suite Doors

SAS’s A330 and A350 long-haul Business cabins have 1-2-1 flat beds with direct aisle access, without doors. The A350 has 40 Business seats. For a window seat, inspect how the alternating console positions place you closer to the window or the aisle. This is different from SAS’s European Business Class and from the mixed layout on its A321LR.

The summer 2026 network announcement adds A350 capacity and identifies Copenhagen’s long-haul expansion, including Tokyo and Seoul. Our Tokyo A350 report and New York Business review provide firsthand context for the existing product.

Search EuroBonus in AwardFares first if those are the points you hold, then compare partner access via Flying Blue or other supported SkyTeam programs. SAS is a SkyTeam member; old Star Alliance booking advice no longer applies. The absence of a door is a tradeoff, but a workable nonstop award can easily outweigh it.

Philip’s SAS A350 window seat, from the Tokyo–Copenhagen review published in December 2023.

Oman Air Business Studio and Apex Suites: The Former First Class Seat

Oman Air is one of the clearest examples of the shift discussed above. In its August 21, 2024 announcement, Oman replaced First Class with Business Studio, retaining the spacious seat while changing the service and pricing approach. The announcement listed Muscat–London and Bangkok.

Oman Air Business Studio, the seat formerly sold as First Class. Image: Oman Air.

On the relevant 787-9, the former First cabin is distinct from the standard Apex Suite Business cabin. Apex’s staggered 2-2-2 layout is unusual: the window passenger has a separate passage to the aisle. It isn’t the same access problem as a conventional paired 2-2-2 seat. If you want the former First seat, look specifically for Business Studio.

Check Sindbad directly and participating partner programs for the exact cabin offered. Oman Air’s oneworld membership expands the possible booking paths, but award access and Studio treatment still need confirmation with the issuing program. Make sure the booking includes Studio before transferring points.

JetBlue Mint Suite and Mint Studio: Long-Haul Seats on a Single Aisle

JetBlue’s latest A321LR and A321neo with Mint have 1-1 suites, flat beds, sliding doors and direct aisle access. The larger Mint Studios occupy the front row. JetBlue’s current Mint page distinguishes these all-suite aircraft from the original A321 Mint, whose alternating paired and solo seats don’t all have doors or direct aisle access.

JetBlue’s A321LR Mint cabin, with individual suites on a single-aisle aircraft. Image: JetBlue.

The 2021 A321neo launch documents New York JFK–Los Angeles as an early deployment. For transatlantic searches, select the A321LR and compare the suite map. Choose Mint for a direct US–Europe itinerary or a transcontinental flight where the small cabin suits you; the single aisle means less room to move around than on a widebody.

Search TrueBlue in AwardFares, with the Studio seat-selection charge separate from the Mint fare. I’d compare the total with a widebody Business option on the same route.

Malaysia Airlines A330neo: New Suites With Doors

Malaysia’s A330-900neo has 28 fully flat Business suites in 1-2-1, with doors and direct aisle access. The December 2024 launch announcement names MH149 Kuala Lumpur–Melbourne as the maiden service. This is the configuration to target when you want the latest Malaysian Business seat, rather than assuming an older A330 or A350 has the same suite.

The current fleet page calls out the all-suite neo cabin. It is a particularly relevant comparison for Australia–Asia travel.

Check Enrich directly, and compare AAdvantage or Qantas Frequent Flyer in AwardFares when Malaysia releases partner seats. The larger former-First Business Suite on other aircraft is a different product and requires its own booking check.

Air India: A350 Suites, New 787-9s and the First Retrofitted 787-8

Air India’s A350-900 has 28 enclosed Business suites in 1-2-1, with flat beds and direct aisle access. The important 2026 addition is the new 787-9 cabin and the 787-8 retrofit. The airline’s April 19, 2026 release identifies VT-ANT as the first retrofitted 787-8, with 20 door-equipped, fully flat Business suites in 1-2-1 and direct aisle access. Its new three-class interior follows the new 787-9 standard. The old 2-2-2 Dreamliner cabin is not equivalent.

Use the summer 2026 route update and flight-level seat map to identify new, retrofitted and leased configurations. The legacy 777-300ER retrofit is a later program, with the airline’s revised plan starting in 2027, rather than a completed 2026 fleet refresh.

For these new Air India suites, compare Maharaja Club directly, MileagePlus and Miles&Smiles in AwardFares, and Aeroplan directly.

LATAM’s New 787 Premium Business Suites

LATAM’s retrofitted 787-8 and 787-9 introduce 1-2-1 flat-bed Business suites with doors and direct aisle access. These are distinct from the older doorless 1-2-1 product and the remaining 2-2-2 cabins. The airline’s 2025 annual report, published in 2026 confirms the first refurbished 787s began operating in 2025.

For long flights from South America, the door-equipped layout is the one to look for. Santiago–Mexico City was the April 2025 launch deployment reported by The Points Guy.

Check LATAM Pass directly and compare Atmos Rewards or Qantas Frequent Flyer in AwardFares where LATAM partner inventory is offered. LATAM isn’t a member of oneworld, despite those partnerships. Its new Premium Comfort announcement is a separate cabin development and should not be mistaken for the Business suite retrofit.

Philippine Airlines A350-1000: New Suites for Long-Haul Flights

Philippine Airlines’ A350-1000 brings 42 Business suites with privacy doors and fully flat beds, in 1-2-1 with direct aisle access. Airbus’s July 21, 2026 update confirms the configuration and expansion of the flagship fleet.

Philippine Airlines’ rendering of its A350-1000 Business suites. Image: Philippine Airlines.

PAL’s March 2026 airline publication records Manila–New York JFK on January 6, 2026, as the inaugural A350-1000 service. Check the flight-specific A350-1000 map; the older A350-900 and 777 have different cabins. Choose this product when a nonstop to the Philippines works better than a connection through another Asian hub.

Start with Mabuhay Miles directly. Any partner redemption needs confirmation for Philippine-operated flights and the selected cabin; the airline’s own points program is not currently on AwardFares’ direct-search list.

Ethiopian A350-1000 Cloud Nine Business Class

Ethiopian’s A350-1000 has 46 Cloud Nine Business seats according to its official aircraft map. The newer 1-2-1 flat-bed layout offers direct aisle access; Cloud Nine on an older 787 or 777 can be a different seat and layout. The airline lists the type on its London–Addis Ababa page. It is a useful target for journeys through Addis Ababa, with aircraft checks particularly valuable on a connecting itinerary.

Search MileagePlus or Miles&Smiles in AwardFares, or ShebaMiles and Aeroplan directly. On a connection through Addis Ababa, I’d prioritize the better seat on the longer flight.

Thai Airways A321neo: Flat Beds Spread Beyond Widebodies

Thai’s A321neo Royal Silk is another 2026 launch that matters even though it isn’t an enclosed long-haul suite. The January 16, 2026 announcement describes 16 fully flat Business seats, with early services from Bangkok. Its alternating paired and solo layout means not every seat has direct aisle access, and there are no suite doors.

It’s a good option if you want a flat bed on a regional flight. Check Thai’s A321neo fleet page and the live departure map. Royal Orchid Plus directly, or partner searches through MileagePlus/Miles&Smiles in AwardFares, are the starting points for awards.

Qantas’ Current Business Suite: Before Project Sunrise

Qantas’ current 787, refurbished A380 and international A330 Business Suites provide flat beds and direct aisle access in 1-2-1, without the sliding doors announced for Project Sunrise. The choice is often practical: a direct Australia–Europe flight, a US route or a connection through Asia. Compare the current Business product and aircraft map, rather than using the upcoming A350 rendering to judge today’s seat.

Search Qantas Frequent Flyer in AwardFares, with AAdvantage and Atmos Rewards as partner comparisons when inventory is released. Qantas’ own reward options and partner availability differ. Our Qantas program guide covers that decision. The Sunrise suite and its updated launch timeline are below.

Aer Lingus A321XLR: Flat Beds to Smaller Transatlantic Markets

Aer Lingus’ A321XLR has 16 fully flat Business seats, according to its delivery announcement. Nashville and Indianapolis joined its Dublin network in 2025. The appeal is a comfortable nonstop to Ireland from a smaller US market; the paired and solo seating arrangement is different from Iberia’s all-aisle-access XLR cabin. Inspect the official seat maps before choosing a seat.

Use AerClub Avios directly; AerClub isn’t a direct AwardFares search. I’d look for a solo seat when traveling alone, or a pair when traveling with a companion.

Gulf Air Falcon Gold: Another Reason to Look Beyond 1-2-1

Gulf Air’s 787-9 Falcon Gold cabin has 26 seats in 2-2-2, yet every passenger has direct aisle access, as its airline trade brochure explains. The staggered Apex arrangement gives window passengers a separate path to the aisle. It is a useful comparison with Oman Air’s Apex product for travel through Bahrain, including the airline’s UK routes.

Start with Falconflyer directly. The window seats are worth a look for their privacy and separate path to the aisle.

Air China A350: Identify the Recaro Cabin

Air China’s newer Recaro CL6720 A350 Business cabin adds a flat bed, privacy dividers, and more storage. Recaro dates its first flight to Beijing–Chengdu on January 20, 2023. Air China has more than one A350 cabin, and its version of this seat differs from Iberia’s.

Air China’s RECARO-equipped A350 Business cabin. Check the configuration rather than the aircraft type alone. Image: RECARO Aircraft Seating / Air China.

Check the actual A350 layout, then compare PhoenixMiles directly with MileagePlus or Miles&Smiles in AwardFares, and Aeroplan directly. The configuration is especially important when an itinerary combines a domestic positioning flight with a long-haul sector.

Upcoming Business Class Cabins and Retrofit Tracker

These are the new seats and retrofits we’re following. Dates below are airline targets unless a first flight is confirmed. For a trip before then, use the current cabin listed for that airline.

Avianca INSIGNIA: New 787 Suites From 2027

Avianca plans to introduce INSIGNIA suites with privacy doors on its Boeing 787s from 2027. Its September 8 announcement includes privacy dividers, 4K entertainment and Bluetooth. The existing INSIGNIA seat already converts into a fully flat bed; the door is the main change to look for. Avianca has not yet confirmed the inaugural flight or published the new seat layout.

This is one to follow for Colombia to Europe and New York, as well as connections from Buenos Aires or Santiago via Bogotá. An existing INSIGNIA ticket does not confirm the new suite. Compare Avianca awards through Smiles Argentina, Smiles Brazil, MileagePlus or Turkish Miles&Smiles in AwardFares. Check LifeMiles and Aeroplan directly; Aeroplan is not yet supported by AwardFares.

I’ve flown the previous 787 cabin from Bogotá to Buenos Aires as part of a Miami to Buenos Aires redemption for 54,000 EuroBonus points plus about USD 52 in taxes. Our Avianca INSIGNIA guide includes that experience, the published 787 routes, cash and mileage comparisons, and instructions for setting Alerts while we wait for confirmed suite assignments.

The current INSIGNIA experience. Suites with privacy doors are planned from 2027. Photo: Avianca.

Qatar Airways Qsuite Next Gen

Qsuite Next Gen is still one to watch. Qatar unveiled it for the Boeing 777-9, but 777X delays have complicated the rollout. Trade reports point to the A350-1000 arriving first with the seat; we haven’t confirmed the revised aircraft or first flight with Qatar. For now, look for the original Qsuite when booking.

Qsuite Next Gen launch mockup. This is the announced product, not the original Qsuite flying today. Image: Qatar Airways.

ANA THE Room FX

ANA plans to start taking delivery of 787-9s with THE Room FX in November 2026, according to its August schedule update. Routes and the first passenger flight are still to come. This will bring a new version of THE Room to the Dreamliner; the seat flying today is on selected 777-300ERs.

ANA’s official product image of the upcoming 787-9 THE Room FX. Image: ANA.

Singapore Airlines’ New A350 Cabins

Singapore Airlines is refurbishing 41 long-haul and ULR A350s. Its original Q2 2026 target has passed. InsideFlyer now reports a November reveal and early-2027 service, although Singapore hasn’t confirmed that revised timing in the announcement linked above.

We’re still waiting for the final cabin and flight details. In the meantime, you can use KrisFlyer to compare the existing A380, A350, and 777 options.

Turkish Airlines Crystal Business Class

Crystal is an announced 1-2-1 flat-bed suite with doors and direct aisle access, intended for Turkish’s next generation of long-haul cabins and 777 retrofits. The airline’s unveiling describes the TCI-designed product. In its April 30, 2026 earnings call, management still described approvals and entry into operation as ahead of it (company transcript, syndicated). The first Crystal flights remain unconfirmed.

Today’s Turkish 787 and many A350s already offer 1-2-1 flat beds with direct aisle access; the familiar 777 2-3-2 cabin does not. Some acquired A350s have yet another seat. Search Miles&Smiles or MileagePlus in AwardFares, then identify the product in Turkish’s own booking. Look for Crystal by name once those flights go on sale.

LOT Polish Airlines’ New 787-8 Business Cabin

LOT’s planned 787-8 refit moves Business from 2-2-2 to 1-2-1, with fully flat seats and direct aisle access. The RECARO supplier announcement identifies the CL6720 suite family; LOT’s official retrofit image kit shows the planned cabin.

LOT originally planned to introduce the seats in 2026, but we haven’t confirmed the first flight with the new cabin. The Wi-Fi and service updates are separate projects. For flights from Warsaw, search Miles & More directly or MileagePlus/Miles&Smiles in AwardFares, then check which seat is assigned.

Qantas Project Sunrise: Now an October 2027 Target

Qantas’ June 17, 2026 update names Sydney–London from October 2027 for Project Sunrise. The airline’s latest cabin update confirms 52 enclosed Business suites in 1-2-1, with doors, direct aisle access and 80-inch flat beds on the A350-1000ULR.

The aircraft also has six First suites and a shared Wellbeing Zone. Qantas is keeping First while adding more private Business seats. Once flights go on sale, you’ll be able to compare reward options through Qantas Frequent Flyer in AwardFares and participating partner programs.

Qantas Project Sunrise rendering. The first Sydney–London service is targeted for October 2027.

Air New Zealand 777-300ER: Different Seats From the New 787

The airline’s July 15, 2026 announcement specifies 44 Collins Elevation Business Premier seats, all with doors and flat beds, in a reverse-herringbone layout. The 777 retrofit plan schedules the first aircraft’s refit for March 2027, with service targeted for May 2027.

Air New Zealand’s rendering of its planned 777 Business Premier retrofit. Image: Air New Zealand.

Unlike the new 787’s distinction between standard privacy screens and Luxe doors, this announcement gives doors to every 777 Business seat. The first route hasn’t been announced yet, so the new 787 is the one to look for if you’re traveling sooner.

Air Canada Signature Plus and the Operating A321XLR

Air Canada’s A321XLR is operating: its June 9, 2026 release records AC413 Montréal–Toronto and names Montréal–Toulouse for the first transatlantic deployment. It has 14 Signature Class flat beds in 1-1, with direct aisle access.

Air Canada’s A321XLR Signature cabin, not the announced 787-10 Signature Plus product. Image: Air Canada.

The April 14 cabin unveiling separately announces Signature Plus on the 787-10, including four larger front-row seats, two-meter beds and companion-seating features. Signature Plus is planned for the 787-10’s entry into service. We’re still waiting for a confirmed first flight.

Search Aeroplan directly for Air Canada’s own offers, or compare MileagePlus and Miles&Smiles in AwardFares for partner access. Check the separate price and availability for Signature Plus when it becomes bookable.

United A321XLR and Coastliner: Two More Polaris Configurations

United’s March 24, 2026 fleet announcement adds two single-aisle products alongside the operating Elevated 787. Coastliner A321neos are planned for Newark–Los Angeles/San Francisco, with 20 all-aisle-access Polaris flat beds. The A321XLR targets international 757 replacement routes with a door-equipped Polaris seat.

These are different cabins from the 787’s Polaris Studio. The XLR’s 32 premium seats include cabins beyond Business. United originally targeted summer 2026, but we haven’t confirmed the first passenger flights with these new seats. Search MileagePlus in AwardFares, then verify which of the three Polaris generations is being sold.

KLM A350: Business Class Certification Still to Check

KLM’s 2026 A350 announcement names the first aircraft De Nachtwacht and specifies 34 World Business Class seats. June 2026 reporting described certification restrictions on the new seats.

We haven’t confirmed that those restrictions have been resolved. Check whether Flying Blue is selling Business on your A350 flight. If you want a suite with a door now, KLM’s refurbished 777 is another option.

British Airways A380: Club Suite and a New First Cabin

BA’s A380 retrofit is another development to watch alongside the operating Club Suite fleet. Its new First Class announcement set a mid-2026 introduction target as part of the A380 refurbishment. We haven’t confirmed the first passenger flight with the refurbished cabin. The airline’s A380 factsheet still describes the older Club World seat, so do not assume an A380 booking includes Club Suite.

BA is keeping First as it upgrades Business. For Club Suite flights you can book now, start with the A350 or a refurbished 777 and compare the Avios price.

Delta’s Next-Generation Suites: A350-1000 and A330 Retrofits

Delta’s April 13, 2026 announcement introduces a new Delta One suite for the A350-1000, due in early 2027, plus door-equipped suites for the A330-200/300 retrofit. The new A350 seat uses a reverse-herringbone arrangement, a longer bed, pillow-top cushioning and a 24-inch screen. These are distinct from the operating A350-900 and A330-900neo suites ranked above.

Delta’s rendering of its next-generation A350-1000 suites. Image: Delta Air Lines.

Delta’s separate A330-200/300 retrofit rendering. These suites are distinct from the A330-900neo cabin flying today. Image: Delta Air Lines.

Delta says the A350-1000 will have a 50% premium seat mix. That includes premium cabins beyond Business; it does not mean half the aircraft consists of Delta One suites. The A330-200/300 will gain doors as aircraft are refurbished. Look for awards through SkyMiles, Flying Club, or Flying Blue once flights with the new suites are available.

Virgin Atlantic’s 787 Redesign: More Upper Class and Retreat Suites

Virgin’s announced 787-9 redesign targets 2028–2030, increasing Upper Class from 31 to 44 seats, including eight Retreat Suites, and Premium from 35 to 56. Economy falls from 192 to 127 seats. Virgin is making room for more passengers in Upper Class and Premium, although it has never offered a separate First cabin.

The A330neo expansion comes first, with deliveries planned from Q3 2026. The Dreamliner redesign follows from 2028.

Saudia’s New Suites and Widebody Retrofit

Saudia’s own product announcement distributed through GlobeNewswire described A321XLR suites targeted for 2026 and an A330/777 Business retrofit running from late 2025 through 2027. The airline also announced new seats for incoming 787s. We haven’t confirmed the first flights with these suites yet.

Check Alfursan directly or partner inventory through Flying Blue, SkyMiles or EuroBonus in AwardFares where offered. Look for the new suite on the seat map when these flights become available.

China Airlines 787 and Other Announced Fleet Changes

China Airlines’ June 2, 2026 cabin announcement unveils the 787’s Premium Economy, not a confirmed inaugural Business suite flight. We’re still waiting for the full Business Class details and first flight. The airline’s current A350 and 777 Premium Business products remain the configurations to check for long-haul Taipei travel.

Use Dynasty Flyer directly, or compare partner inventory through Flying Blue, SkyMiles or EuroBonus in AwardFares where offered. For now, compare the A350 and 777 cabins for your dates.

EVA’s A350-1000 orders, future Emirates 777X cabins, and Air India’s later 777 retrofits also deserve tracking. We’ll have a better idea of what to book once the airlines release their cabin layouts and first routes.

How to Book the Best Business Class Seats With Points

The bookings near the top show why I compare several ways to pay. Once you’ve chosen a cabin, AwardFares helps you compare live award availability across supported loyalty programs, including prices in points or miles, taxes and seat counts where available. Compare your options before deciding where to transfer or spend your points, then book with the airline or loyalty program.

A seat map helps you check the cabin layout and seat assignments when the airline returns that information. An unassigned seat isn’t necessarily an award seat. Your booking program must offer an award in the right cabin, and your flight must have the configuration you want. Check both.

Which Searches Does AwardFares Support?

The supported-program list includes AAdvantage, Atmos Rewards, Flying Blue, Finnair Plus, SkyMiles, MileagePlus, Flying Club, Qantas Frequent Flyer, SAS EuroBonus, Turkish Miles&Smiles, Etihad Guest, JetBlue TrueBlue and Virgin Australia Velocity, as well as Aeroméxico Rewards, Azul Fidelidade and GOL Smiles in Brazil and Argentina. For Aeroplan, ANA Mileage Club, Cathay Asia Miles, British Airways Club, Miles & More or KrisFlyer, check the program directly or contact its team when required. Coverage can change, so use the current list to check which programs you can search.

Program support also doesn’t mean every partner is searchable through that program. For example, use an ANA result through MileagePlus as a lead when calling Virgin; don’t assume selecting Flying Club in AwardFares will show ANA seats. A supported partner search is useful, but it isn’t a substitute for checking the program you will pay with.

A Practical Search Workflow

1. Choose a realistic route and program. For example, start an AAdvantage Business search from Philadelphia to Doha for Qsuite, or a Finnair Plus Business search from Helsinki to Haneda for AirLounge. Add your own dates to see the results.
2. Filter by operating airline, cabin and the number of travelers. Use Timeline View to compare dates. If you have points in more than one supported program, compare those programs in the same search, within your plan’s limits. Check the points or miles, taxes and available seats where shown, then open the result to inspect every segment. A short connecting segment in Business doesn’t make a long Economy flight a Business award.
3. Open the flight details and its Seat Map, when available, then compare the aircraft and layout with the airline’s configuration. Look for the product name and the layout cues in this guide. Aircraft type alone isn’t enough during a retrofit.
4. Refresh the flight’s availability before transferring points or booking, then recheck the result with the booking program. Broad Search uses recently collected availability to help you explore countries, continents and award zones; refresh a flight you find there to check it live. Confirm miles, taxes, surcharges, cancellation terms and any charge for your preferred seat. If transferring bank points, verify availability first; a transfer doesn’t hold the seat.
5. If nothing works, broaden your dates or departure airport and create an award flight alert. Live Alerts automatically search your chosen routes and dates; Flex Alerts match broader plans against availability already detected in AwardFares. Set your cabin and passenger count, plus a points or miles limit where price data is available. Live Alerts notify you by email with optional push notifications; Flex Alerts require push notifications.
6. After ticketing, retrieve the operating airline’s booking reference, select your seats and recheck the aircraft before departure. If it changes, compare the alternatives and your ticket’s change rules before canceling anything.

More Award Booking Guides

Found a cabin you’d like to try? Start with the program guide for the miles you have, then compare a few dates in AwardFares. Our flight reviews can help you choose between the seats you find.

Last updated September 11, 2026. The main cabin and route research was checked on September 7; Royal Jordanian, our linked flight reviews and AwardFares product wording were checked on September 8. The Air France section was updated on September 9 to match our completed PPT–LAX review. Avianca INSIGNIA was added to the upcoming cabins section on September 11. Airlines can change aircraft, schedules, seat-selection rules, and award availability, so check your flight and total price before booking.