Long-haul business class fares to the Gulf and South Asia don't follow the same "book 6 weeks ahead" logic as economy. Airline-specific sales and shifts in corporate travel demand matter more than your booking window — it's worth checking fares periodically rather than assuming an early booking guarantees the best price.
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