Is flying business class on a short-haul flight worth it?
As far as I can see, I have no idea why you'd pay so much more money to travel business on a short-haul flight: A return flight from London to Madrid in BA's Euro Traveller class (economy) starts at £70 ($85), whereas the same trip in Club Europe (business) starts at £326 ($396).
Yes, going fast-track through security is great and having lounge access in the airport is a perk, but when it comes to what's onboard the actual plane, I don't think it's worth it.
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The food was nice, but given you've just had access to free food in the lounge, you don't really need such a decadent, indulgent meal.
If I'd paid for my flight, I'd probably have felt like I ought to order champagne even though I didn't want to drink, purely so I could get my money's worth.
The best thing about my Club World experience was the comfort, privacy, and spaciousness of the suite, and you don't get any of that in Club Europe. Yes, it's more pleasant than flying economy, but £250 ($300) more pleasant? I don't think so.