Top 100 Best Airlines

Julie Lambert

Top 100 des Meilleures Compagnies Aériennes

🛫 Which airline to choose for an unforgettable trip?

Every year, travelers from around the world share their opinions about airlines. In-flight service, seat comfort, punctuality, entertainment… all criteria that influence the ranking of the best airlines. In 2024, who dominates the global skies? Dive into our exclusive ranking of the top 100 airlines and discover the trends in air transport this year!


🏆 Ranking Methodology: How are the best airlines selected?

The ranking is based on passenger evaluations, expert opinions, and international awards. Here are the main criteria considered:

In-flight comfort: Legroom, seat quality, cabin ambiance.
Customer service: Friendliness, responsiveness, and quality of flight personnel.
Punctuality and reliability: Delay rates, cancellations, and handling of unexpected events.
Entertainment and connectivity: Wi-Fi, individual screens, movie and music catalogs.
Airport experience: Check-in, VIP lounges, speed of security checks.
Value for money: Balance between prices and services offered.
Innovation and ecology: Modern fleets, reduced carbon footprint, and green initiatives.

👉 Main source: World Airline Awards (world reference for airline rankings)


The TOP 10 Best Airlines

🥇 Qatar Airways: The Qatari airline retains its throne thanks to an ultra-luxurious service and an impeccable customer experience.

🥈 Singapore Airlines: Its legendary hospitality, spacious seats, and premium entertainment keep it among the leaders.

🥉 Emirates: A world-class service, an unmatched entertainment system, and state-of-the-art aircraft make it a favorite among travelers.

4️⃣ ANA (All Nippon Airways): The Japanese airline shines with its exceptional punctuality and excellent service.

5️⃣ Cathay Pacific: Optimal comfort and high-end services allow it to remain in the global top.

6️⃣ Japan Airlines: Seat comfort, refined service, and culinary quality onboard make this airline an absolute reference.

7️⃣ Turkish Airlines: With the largest network of destinations, a recognized catering service, and premium services, the Turkish airline attracts travelers.

8️⃣ EVA Air: Its exceptional passenger experience and services in economy class make it a model of efficiency.

9️⃣ Air France: Its French elegance, modernized cabins, and thoughtful service place it in the top 10.

🔟 Swiss International Air Lines: Known for its Swiss precision, it offers exemplary service quality and comfort.

📌 The complete ranking of the top 100 airlines is available at the bottom of the article!


🚀 The Major Trends in Air Transport in 2024

🌿 Airlines increasingly committed to ecology

With the rise of less polluting planes and the introduction of sustainable fuels, some airlines stand out. Air France, KLM, and Finnair have intensified their efforts towards ecological transition.

🤩 Luxury in economy class becomes a priority

More and more airlines, such as Singapore Airlines and Qatar Airways, are offering wider, more comfortable seats and better entertainment options even in economy class.

🌍 Rise of Asian and Middle Eastern airlines

Qatar Airways, Singapore Airlines, Emirates, and ANA dominate the ranking thanks to ultra-personalized customer service and constant innovations.

🛜 In-flight connectivity: ultra-fast Wi-Fi and more entertainment

Some airlines like Emirates and Delta now integrate high-performance Wi-Fi, allowing passengers to stream Netflix or Disney+ during the flight.


🔥 How to Choose the Best Airline for Your Next Trip?

✈️ Traveling with family? Prefer airlines like Qatar Airways, Emirates, or Singapore Airlines that offer services tailored for children.

💺 Looking for maximum comfort in economy class? EVA Air, Japan Airlines, and Turkish Airlines are known for their spacious seats and excellent customer service.

💼 On a long-haul business flight? Choose Swiss, Lufthansa, or British Airways, which offer excellent services in business and first class.

💰 Looking for good value for money? Vistara, Air New Zealand, and Oman Air provide a great balance between comfort and accessible prices.

🌱 Looking for an eco-friendly airline? Air France, KLM, Finnair, and Alaska Airlines are at the forefront for their environmental commitment.


📜 Complete Ranking: Top 100 Airlines in 2024

Source :worldairlineawards

  1. Qatar Airways – 1st in 2023
  2. Singapore Airlines – 2nd in 2023
  3. Emirates – 3rd in 2023
  4. ANA All Nippon Airways – 4th in 2023
  5. Cathay Pacific Airways – 5th in 2023
  6. Japan Airlines – 6th in 2023
  7. Turkish Airlines – 7th in 2023
  8. EVA Air – 8th in 2023
  9. Air France – 9th in 2023
  10. Swiss International Air Lines – 10th in 2023
  11. Korean Air – 11th in 2023
  12. Hainan Airlines – 12th in 2023
  13. British Airways – 13th in 2023
  14. Fiji Airways – 14th in 2023
  15. Iberia – 15th in 2023
  16. Vistara – 16th in 2023
  17. Virgin Atlantic – 17th in 2023
  18. Lufthansa – 18th in 2023
  19. Etihad Airways – 19th in 2023
  20. Saudia – 20th in 2023
  21. Delta Air Lines – 21st in 2023
  22. Air New Zealand – 22nd in 2023
  23. Finnair – 23rd in 2023
  24. Qantas Airways – 24th in 2023
  25. Oman Air – 25th in 2023
  26. KLM Royal Dutch Airlines – 26th in 2023
  27. Bangkok Airways – 27th in 2023
  28. Austrian Airlines – 28th in 2023
  29. Air Canada – 29th in 2023
  30. AirAsia – 30th in 2023
  31. China Southern Airlines – 31st in 2023
  32. Scoot – 32nd in 2023
  33. Thai Airways – 33rd in 2023
  34. Garuda Indonesia – 34th in 2023
  35. STARLUX Airlines – 35th in 2023
  36. Ethiopian Airlines – 36th in 2023
  37. Asiana Airlines – 37th in 2023
  38. Air Astana – 38th in 2023
  39. Malaysia Airlines – 39th in 2023
  40. Aegean Airlines – 40th in 2023
  41. Gulf Air – 41st in 2023
  42. United Airlines – 42nd in 2023
  43. LATAM – 43rd in 2023
  44. China Airlines – 44th in 2023
  45. Vietnam Airlines – 45th in 2023
  46. Azerbaijan Airlines – 46th in 2023
  47. Volotea – 47th in 2023
  48. Flynas – 48th in 2023
  49. Aer Lingus – 49th in 2023
  50. Rex Airlines – 50th in 2023
  51. Transavia France – 51st in 2023
  52. IndiGo – 52nd in 2023
  53. Azul Brazilian – 53rd in 2023
  54. Virgin Australia – 54th in 2023
  55. Royal Air Maroc – 55th in 2023
  56. Vueling Airlines – 56th in 2023
  57. Porter Airlines – 57th in 2023
  58. AirBaltic – 58th in 2023
  59. Air Transat – 59th in 2023
  60. Alaska Airlines – 60th in 2023
  61. Hong Kong Airlines – 61st in 2023
  62. Iberia Express – 62nd in 2023
  63. Ryanair – 63rd in 2023
  64. WestJet – 64th in 2023
  65. JetBlue Airways – 65th in 2023
  66. EasyJet – 66th in 2023
  67. FlyDubai – 67th in 2023
  68. Jet2.com – 68th in 2023
  69. South African Airways – 69th in 2023
  70. Eurowings – 70th in 2023
  71. TAP Portugal – 71st in 2023
  72. SunExpress – 72nd in 2023
  73. Royal Brunei Airlines – 73rd in 2023
  74. ITA Airways – 74th in 2023
  75. Jetstar Airways – 75th in 2023
  76. SKY Airline – 76th in 2023
  77. Kenya Airways – 77th in 2023
  78. American Airlines – 78th in 2023
  79. SAS Scandinavian – 79th in 2023
  80. JetSMART Airlines – 80th in 2023
  81. RwandAir – 81st in 2023
  82. Allegiant Air – 82nd in 2023
  83. TUI Airways – 83rd in 2023
  84. Jetstar Asia – 84th in 2023
  85. Air Mauritius – 85th in 2023
  86. Sun Country Airlines – 86th in 2023
  87. PLAY – 87th in 2023
  88. EgyptAir – 88th in 2023
  89. Peach – 89th in 2023
  90. Air India – 90th in 2023
  91. Breeze Airways – 91st in 2023
  92. Kuwait Airways – 92nd in 2023
  93. Southwest Airlines – 93rd in 2023
  94. Air Arabia – 94th in 2023
  95. LOT Polish – 95th in 2023
  96. Philippine Airlines – 96th in 2023
  97. Copa Airlines – 97th in 2023
  98. Air Dolomiti – 98th in 2023
  99. Hawaiian Airlines – 99th in 2023
  100. FlyArystan – 100th in 2023

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