Air India (AI) has upgraded one of its flagship international services by deploying its newest Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner on flights between Mumbai (BOM) and London Heathrow (LHR).
Business Class
Business class has advanced significantly, with modern cabins offering private suites, fully flat beds, wireless charging, larger entertainment screens, and direct aisle access from every seat.
Emirates (EK), Qatar Airways (QR), and Etihad Airways (EY) each operate business class products that rank among the strongest available, yet picking a single winner is difficult because the experience changes depending on the aircraft a passenger actually flies.
Lufthansa modernizes A380 business class at EFW Dresden with new Thompson seats, Allegris-style design and upgraded WiFi.
Here is a closer look at five airlines offering some of the world’s longest business class beds in 2026.
Singapore Airlines (SQ) has quietly revised its Business Class advance seat selection policy, restricting access to many forward cabin seats for passengers booking cheaper fares and lower-tier KrisFlyer award tickets.
A stranded business class passenger flying with American Airlines (AA) reported being offered accommodation at a Motel 6 following an overnight disruption.
Jetstar (JQ) launches its first refurbished Boeing 787 Dreamliner today on the service from Melbourne (MEL) to Phuket (HKT).
Alaska Airlines (AS) introduces its first ever International Business Class Suites on long-haul routes from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), marking a major step in its global expansion strategy.
Cathay Pacific is upgrading its Hong Kong to Los Angeles route with Aria Suite Business class, new Premium Economy, and refreshed Economy cabins starting April 2026.