The Top 10 Best Airlines in the World

Traveling from one country to another can be exhausting, especially during the present Covid era. As compared to post-Covid times, restrictions have been reinforced by countries to protect themselves from the deadly variants. And so is the case with many airlines. However, some airlines offer huge benefits to their passengers. These airlines are considered the best in the world. Head below to read our article about the best airlines worldwide.

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10. Air France

On number 10, we have Air France. The taste of France is class-apart in everything, and so is the deal with its biggest airline. Air France is an international airline of France. It was formed in 1933 by the name Compagnie Nationale Air France. Its headquarters are in the city of Paris.

Although it is certified as a 4-star airline, the services it offers are not less than that of a 5-star. However, the Air France Covid-19 Airline Safety Policies are not lenient at all. The airline is divided into four categories; first class, business class, premium economy, and economy. Other than check-in facilities, staff service, baggage delivery, and board efficiency, the airline offers extra perks and luxuries to its passengers.

9. Hainan Airlines

The next best airline on-board is the Chinese Hainan airlines. In its early days, it was said to be the only Chinese airline to meet the level of the top international carriers, and today, it is among the best airlines in the world. Now that’s dedication and a huge achievement! Hainan Airlines is a 5-star certified airline of China and was formed in the year 1933. Hainan Airlines has more than 400 aircraft in running with over 24 branches.

Hainan aims to provide quality travel sessions to its passengers. The airline is divided into 3 categories; first class-domestic, business class, and economy class. The airline offers cabin comfort, washroom cleanliness and amenities, but also inflight entertainment (including Wifi), decent meals, and wines plus beverages to its passengers. Apart from the above, the business and first-class enjoy several other perks.

8. Qantas Airline

On number 8, we have the famous Australian Qantas airline which is considered one of the best airlines in Australia and rightfully so! It holds a top rank among all of the Australian airlines, because it is a representative of Australia’s Oneworld Airline Alliance. The Qantas airline dates back to 1920 when it started as a domestic airline. Qantas Airline, being a 4-star airline, beats most 5-star airlines in customer care.

Qantas offers a million reasons to fly with them. Some of the million include, their flight quality, customer service, and non-stop flight. The Qantas airline offers quality comfort to its passengers and makes them feel at home while on the flight. Qantas is divided into 4 divisions; first, business, premium, and economy class. The basic benefits of each division include; seat and cabin comfort, washroom comfort, entertainment, and complete meals.

7. EVA Air

Next in line is the world-renowned EVA airline. EVA airline is an abbreviation for Evergreen Airways and was formed in the year 1989. It is owned by the Evergreen Group of Industries. The headquarters of EVA airlines is situated in the Luzhu District of Taiwan. EVA is a certified 5-star airline that connects over 60 major tourist destinations. The EVA jets are operated from Taoyuan International Airport.

When it comes to delivering a great flight, EVA does its best. It is popular for its onboard facilities. EVA makes sure that every flight with its customer is one-of-a-kind, for which it has above 11,147 staff members, ready at passenger’s disposal. The airline offers waiting-lounges, check-in facilities, staff assistance, comfortable and clean cabins, as well as washrooms, entertainment facilities, and exquisite meals to all the passengers, be it first-class or economy.

6. Cathay Pacific Airways

Cathay Pacific Airways has made the list as the sixth-best airline in the world. Being the flag-bearer of Hong Kong in the Oneworld Airline Alliances, Cathay Pacific has proved its worth as one of the leading airlines worldwide. This airline dates back 76 years ago in 1946. Its headquarters is located in Cathay city and it delivers flights to 88 destinations. It is also certified as a 5-star airline with more than 34,000 employees.

Apart from the lavish customer care and comfort, Cathay is best known for its grand meals. Cathay Pacific has a keen taste for food and it offers the best dishes to its passengers. These dishes include; lambs chops, sweet potato mash, the full English breakfast, chicken teriyaki, and much much more. The airline is divided into first-class, business-class, and economy-class, with each having its distinctions.

5. Japan Airlines

Fifth on the list is the outstanding Japan Airlines. It is also known as JAL or Nikko. JAL is an international flag-bearer of Japan with its headquarter being located in Tokyo. The four main hubs of Japan Airlines are Narita International airport, Haneda Airport, Osaka Kansai Airport, and Itani Airport. JAL has been certified as a 5-star airline offering many perks and luxuries to its passengers to make their experience a valuable one, that’s for sure!

According to customer reviews, Japan Airlines receives full points for cleanliness, customer service, and inflight entertainment. It also received the most ratings due to its Michelin star dining onboard. Like almost every other airline, JAL is divided into 3 categories; first-class, business-class, and economy. Each of these categories enjoys several specific benefits apart from the basics.

4. Emirates

Who hasn’t heard of Emirates? Well if you haven’t, Emirates is the largest airline in the United Arab Emirates. It is the first flag carrier of the UAE. Emirates Airline, which was founded in 1985, is based in Garhoud, Dubai and has built its status and reputation from day 1. Most people confuse this 4-star airline for a 5-star, due to its quality travel and probably many high-end commercials. Emirates provides a top-notch experience to its passengers, which makes them want to come for more.

The popular airline has three divisions; the first class, the business class, and the economy class. The first-class benefits from the ambiance, the exclusivity, the comfort, stunning shower facilities, amazing lounges, of course la carte dining and so much more. The business class benefits from all of the above, excluding the la carte dining. And finally, the economy class benefits from all the above-mentioned facilities, excluding la carte dining, lounges, shower facilities, and exclusive ambiance.

3. ANA (AII Nippon Airways)

AII Nippon Airways also known as ANA marks the third-best airline in the world. It was founded in 1952 and is the largest and the best airline in Japan, with a huge number of passengers daily. It’s headquarters is located in Tokyo. Although it is the largest airline in Japan, it will soon be introducing an in-budget carrier. It is also a 5-star rated airline with a top-quality product rating, IFE, and cleanliness.

ANA is divided into four categories; the first class, the business class, the premium class, and the economy class. The first-class and business class enjoy the luxurious dining at Haneda lounge and Narita lounge, while the premium and economy classes benefit from cabin comfort, cleanliness, washrooms, etc.

2. Singapore Airlines

On number 2, we have the prestigious Singapore Airlines. Singapore Airlines has had a history of successful and satisfied passenger flights since 1972. It has dope standards in terms of customer care and ambiance. Plus, it has specified Covid-19 Compliances including social distancing onboarding, flight attendant personal protection equipment, face masks, passenger sanitizer kit, and deep sanitization of aircraft before each flight.

In addition to this, passengers can avail the SIA private room lounge and the SIA  first-class lounge included in their package of first-class and business class while the respectable members of the premium and economy class enjoy the benefits of clean and comfortable seats, comfortable items like blankets and pillows, good quality meals and so on.

1. Qatar Airways

Qatar Airways has been recognized as the topmost efficient and high-standard airline worldwide. It was founded in the year 1993 and has worked its way up in a short period of time. It is the first-ever airline to be awarded a 5-star rating. Qatar airline has its headquarters in Doha and is a Flag Carrier of Qatar in the Oneworld Airline Alliance. It has proved itself as a leading airline in terms of delivering high standards.

Qatar Airlines maintains its high standards and thus has employed over 50,110 employees to look after the aircraft and airline management. It has reached over 140 travel destinations on different continents. It was one of the few airlines to be in operation during the first Covid variant and has also re-stricken its Covid safety policies. It has even been awarded the Airline of the Year award due to its elite inflight services. Its cabin seating is class-apart and as for the business class Qsuite, we have no words to define.

Conclusion

Booking your next flight with either one of the above airlines can be a grand experience of a lifetime. Forget the destination, the journey can itself be a memorable one. Even the economy class of these airlines is fine enough to beat the business class of many other airlines not mentioned here. So, if you ever get a chance to choose your airline, go for these amazing ones. If you disagree with the list, let me know which airlines you think deserved to be included in the comments down below!