The Airline That Offers The Best Business Class Seats For Travelers Craving Comfort

Business class has come a long way from its humble beginnings as an elevated economy seat. It went from providing a slightly more comfortable seating option plus a few perks to offering full on beds, Instagrammable aesthetics, and gourmet menus in the sky. Upgrading your seat to business class on an airplane, especially during long haul flights, is one of the few luxuries in life that's worth the premium price tag. And since many airlines are slowly doing away with first class, business is the ultimate option for luxury air travel.

But not all airlines are made equal, and there's one with a business class that stands out above the rest: Qatar Airways. Not only is its Qsuite business class the best of the best, but it's one of the most luxurious airlines you can fly regardless of your cabin class. The posh Qsuites puts every other airline's business class to shame with their 52-inch-high walls that come equipped with a sliding door to turn your seat into a little secluded cocoon. Along with your 40-103 inches of legroom (depending on the type of aircraft) you'll find tons of extra storage space so your personal belongings are literally just an arm's length away. The soft socks, comfortable pajamas, and luxury amenity kits are the cherry on top of this classy start of your vacation, and perfect for when you're ready to recline your seat into a fully lie-flat bed for a comfortable nap.

You can find these iconic Qsuites on all Qatar Airways Airbus 350-10 and Airbus 350-9 aircraft and some Boeing 777s. They also offer a choice of back- or forward-facing seats, so be aware of that when you're booking if you have a preference for which way you're facing. If you're traveling with someone else, you have the option of booking adjacent middle seats and turning them into a double Qsuite by taking down the privacy screen that divides them, effectively creating a comfortable cabin for two. You can also combine certain middle seats into four-person configurations which is perfect if you're traveling with family or a group of friends.

Before the flight, Qatar Airways business class customers can enjoy perks such as a dedicated check-in lane, lounge access, and a glass of real Champagne before take-off. When you're in the air, you can choose from a menu that includes a range of cocktails, high-end wines, and chef-inspired dishes that come with an amuse bouche to start the meal. Not to mention the added touch of hot towels, silver cutlery, and real glassware, which is much more luxurious than the plastic or wooden kits common in economy.

Keep in mind that this premium service comes at a hefty cost. Average tickets between the U.S. and Qatar's capital city, Doha, range from $6,000 to 11,000 one way and $11,000 to $16,000 round trip. However, if you know how to get the most out of your airline miles and credit card points it's an easy decision to make.