Skytrax Airline Awards 2026: the winners
The Skytrax World Airline Awards are Skytrax's annual awards, recognising the world's best airlines and airports based on passenger feedback.
The ranking is based on a global passenger survey covering more than 100 nationalities, conducted between September 2025 and August 2026, across more than 300 airlines worldwide. Singapore Airlines takes the top title for the sixth time in the awards' history.
Top 3 worldwide:
- Singapore Airlines
- Qatar Airways
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Cathay Pacific Airways
Several of our partner airlines also had a strong year:
Airline |
Award |
|---|---|
Turkish Airlines |
Best Airline in Europe (+ Best Business Class and Best Economy Class in Europe) |
Ethiopian Airlines |
Best Airline in Africa |
Cathay Pacific |
Best Cabin Crew worldwide |
Qatar Airways |
World's Best Business Class (13th consecutive year) |
Emirates |
World's Best Inflight Entertainment |
Aegean Airlines |
Best Regional Airline in Europe |
Lufthansa |
Most Family Friendly Airline in Europe |
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