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13.04.2024 - 19:09 / forbes.com / Airlines
Flying business class can be a real treat. And with Emirates, the experience is unparalleled, featuring exceptional service, comfortable seats and top tier in-flight food and beverage. Generally considered one of the best airlines to fly overseas, Emirates offers top tier business class, comparable with (or better than) first class on countless other airlines. A winner of several travel and service awards, Emirates offers outstanding business class, from pre-boarding to de-planing. Here’s what you need to know before booking a seat.
Emirates First Class is the top tier service, offering private suites, caviar, in-flight showers, a set of pajamas and more amenities like private transfers to the airport. Emirates Business Class is also a luxury ticket, with lie back seats, multicourse meals, champagne, personal care kits and more.
Emirates operates two types of aircraft with Business Class, Emirates A380 Business Class and Boeing 777 Business Class. Both experiences are quite similar. Seats recline into a fully flat bed with a soft, comfy mattress, pillow and a cozy blanket. White table clothes are laid out on tray tables for meal service, and an in-seat mini bar is available at all times. Large flat screens offer entertainment and a communal lounge and bar allows passengers to mingle with drinks, snacks and canapes.
Emirates flights vary in price by destination, time and seat class. A Business Class seat on Emirates typically starts at $3000. Some economy seats can also upgrade to business class before boarding, for a lower fare. For deals, check out Emirates featured fares. Currently, an economy class ticket from Newark (EWR) to Athens (ATH) starts at $701 and a business class ticket starts at $4337.
Emirates business class tickets can be purchased directly from Emirates or through credit card loyalty programs and third party booking platforms. American Express Membership Rewards, Chase Ultimate Rewards, Capital One miles, and Citi ThankYou points all transfer to Emirates. Several partner airlines, including Air Canada, TAP Portugal and United Airlines allow you to credit miles to an Emirates account.
Every airport is a bit different, but all business travelers will be entitled to lounge access with an Emirates business class ticket. Lounges typically offer a warm buffet of food, snacks and beverages, plus an open bar, comfy seating, WiFi and views of the tarmack. In Milan (MXP), business class and first class passengers can board the aircraft directly from the lounge.
If you’re looking for a top tier business class experience, Emirates business class is certainly worth the price. Fares can be comparable to other airlines, but passengers can expect a higher quality of service, food and beverage and
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