World’s Best Airlines For 2025, According to AirlineRatings
Each year, AirlineRatings.com publishes its prestigious ranking of the “World’s Best Airlines”, evaluating passenger comfort, service consistency, and the financial stability of each airline.
Korean Air: The Best Airline of the Year 2025
The South Korean airline took home the award for its focus on passenger comfort, with Economy Class seats offering 33 to 34 inches of space on wide-body aircraft. Additionally, the company provides exclusive amenities, such as slippers and generous meal portions on long-haul flights. Its financial stability, merger with Asiana Airlines, and investments in modern and efficient aircraft solidified its position as the best airline in the world.
Top 25 Full Service Airlines in 2025
- Korean Air
- Qatar Airways
- Air New Zealand
- Cathay Pacific
- Singapore Airlines
- Emirates
- Japan Airlines
- Qantas
- Etihad Airways
- Turkish Airlines
- EVA Air
- Fiji Airways
- Virgin Atlantic
- ANA
- Aeroméxico
- Air Caraibes
- Thai Airways
- STARLUX Airlines
- Vietnam Airlines
- Sri Lankan Airlines
- Air France
- KLM ((note the airline are trialling a Hybrid model on some routes)
- Air Calin
- Air Mauritius
- Garuda Indonesia
New Category in 2025: Hybrid Airlines
This year, AirlineRatings.com introduced the category of Best Hybrid Airlines, which combines elements of low-cost carriers with premium services. Among the top 20 are:
- JetBlue
- WestJet
- Virgin Australia
- Delta Airlines
- United Airlines
- American Airlines
- Lufthansa
- Air Canada
- LOT Polish Airlines (transitioning to full service)
- TAP Portugal
- Alaska Airlines
- SWISS
- Avianca
- Iberia
- British Airways
- Finnair
- Austrian Airlines
- Hawaiian Airlines
- ITA Airways
- SAS
Best Low Cost Airlines in 2025
Low-cost airlines continue to evolve, offering quality services at affordable prices. The top 20 include:
- AirAsia
- Jetstar
- AirBaltic
- HK Express
- EasyJet
- FlyDubai
- Ryanair
- Scoot
- Breeze
- Southwest
- SKY Airline
- FlyNas
- TUI
- Norwegian
- IndiGo
- Air Arabia
- Volaris
- Jet2
- Wizz Air
- Vueling
Best Regional Airline
The best regional airline in 2025 was Virgin Australia Regional Airlines (VARA), followed by Aegean Air. Both were recognized for their service, reliability, and passenger experience.
Best Ultra Low Cost Airline
VietJet took home the award, with Cebu Pacific as the runner-up. The Vietnamese airline was recognized for its balance between competitive fares and high customer satisfaction.
Other Notable Categories
- World’s Best Cabin Crew: Virgin Australia
- World’s Best Airport: Singapore Changi
- World’s Best Airline Branded Lounges: Qantas
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