The World’s Most Awarded Airline as of the End of 2025

Qatar Airways: Setting the Global Benchmark

At the 2025 Skytrax World Airline Awards—widely regarded as the Oscars of the aviation industry—Qatar Airways was named “World’s Best Airline” for the ninth time, a record unmatched by any other carrier in history.

In addition to the top global title, Qatar Airways also received multiple major honors in 2025, including:

* World’s Best Business Class

* Best Airline in the Middle East

* World’s Best Business Class Lounge (Al Mourjan Garden Lounge)These awards are based on millions of verified passenger surveys worldwide, evaluating service quality, onboard product, operational excellence, and overall customer experience.

Consistent Excellence Beyond Skytrax

Qatar Airways’ dominance extends beyond a single award body. Throughout 2025, the airline continued to collect accolades from other leading institutions such as the Business Traveller Awards, where it was recognized for:

* Best Business Class in the World

* Best Economy Class

* Best Frequent Flyer Programme

This consistency across multiple independent organizations underscores the airline’s long-term strategic focus on premium service, fleet modernization, and network connectivity.

How Other Airlines Compare

While airlines such as Singapore Airlines and Etihad Airways also achieved significant success—each winning multiple international awards in 2025—no other carrier matches Qatar Airways in terms of total top-tier awards accumulated over time.

Conclusion

As of the end of 2025, Qatar Airways stands as the most awarded airline in the world, setting a global standard for service quality, innovation, and passenger experience. Its sustained recognition reflects not only annual performance, but a long-term commitment to excellence across all aspects of airline operations.