Airlines. Traditionally, an airliner is divided into, from the fore to aft, first, business, and economy classes, sometimes referred to as cabins. In recent years, some airlines have added a premium economy class as an intermediate class between economy and business classes.
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Here's a look at the key differences between executive class and business class, to help you decide which is right for your next flight. Executive class is usually found on long-haul flights, and is typically more expensive than business class.
Naturally, this depends on the airline and route. However, generally speaking, business class is the cheaper of the two, by around 1/3 to 1/2 of the price of first class tickets. Although, this does depend on the airline and route.
A key difference is that if the business class cabin follows an economy-style 3-3 configuration, the middle seat will be kept vacant so there's a bit more 'personal space'. British Airways' Club Europe business class blocks off the middle seat with a tray table.
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