AirlineRatings.com has revealed the world's best airlines

Following two extremely difficult years for the aviation industry due to pandemic-related disruptions, AirlineRatings.com agency has announced the annual round-up of best airlines across the globe.

 

Qatar Airways is the absolute winner of the top, as the airline was also recently awarded for Excellence in Long Haul - Middle East/Africa.

"Qatar Airways' decision to remain operating through the pandemic meant that it became the world's largest international airline and posted a huge profit -- the only major airline to do so", commented AirlineRatings.com’s editor-in-chief, Geoffrey Thomas.

In order to create the ranking, the agency rated traveller options, profitability, fleet age, sustainability, safety credentials, passenger reviews and services.

Number two on the list is Air New Zealand, also recognized as the best premium economy and economy carrier, as well as the best choice for long haul travel across the Pacific area.

The third place belongs to Etihad Airways, also Environmental Airline of the Year thanks to its carbon emission reduction commitment.

Number four was awarded to Korean Air, which is as well the Cargo Airline of the Year. Moreover, the carrier won the Excellence in Long Haul - Asia award. And fifth is Singapore Airlines, also winner of Best First Class and Best Lounges.

"The results highlight the very high standard of offering for travellers", Geoffrey Thomas added.

So here it is, AirlineRatings.com's ranking for the world's best 20 airlines this year:

1. Qatar Airways
2. Air New Zealand
3. Etihad Airways
4. Korean Air
5. Singapore Airlines
6. Qantas
7. Virgin Australia
8. EVA Air
9. Turkish Airlines
10. All Nippon Airways
11. Cathay Pacific Airways
12. Virgin Atlantic
13. Japan Air Lines
14. JetBlue
15. Finnair
16. Emirates
17. Hawaiian
18. Air France/KLM
19. Alaska Airlines
20. British Airways

 

source: edition.cnn.com