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Thai Airways Soars Back into Top 20 as Korean Air Takes World's Best Airline Crown

Thai Airways Soars Back into Top 20 as Korean Air Takes World's Best Airline Crown

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AirlineRatings.com's rankings go beyond safety, taking into account passenger comfort, service, and network consistency.

 

Thai Airways has made a triumphant return to the world's top airline rankings, landing in 17th place in AirlineRatings.com’s highly anticipated 2025 awards.

 

This significant leap follows the airline's absence from the top 25 in 2024.

 

Korean Air has been crowned the world's best airline for 2025, dethroning last year’s winner, Qatar Airways, which now occupies second place. Air New Zealand secured the third spot in this year's rankings.

 

AirlineRatings.com's rankings consider a wide range of factors beyond just safety, including passenger comfort, service feedback, and the consistency of services across the airline’s network.

 

The website emphasises that these awards are not popularity contests but rather in-depth assessments based on what each airline offers its passengers and its route network.

 

Other Southeast Asian carriers also made a strong showing in the rankings. Singapore Airlines climbed to 5th place, up from 11th last year, while Vietnam Airlines secured 19th position, down from 10th in 2024.
  

Korean Air's winning formula

Korean Air’s ascent to the top is attributed to its exceptional passenger comfort, particularly in economy class. The airline remains a leader in maintaining generous seat pitch of 33-34 inches on its wide-body aircraft.

 

Unlike many competitors, Korean Air has resisted the trend of shrinking seat sizes, ensuring a more comfortable journey for passengers. The airline also excels in other areas, such as providing slippers and full meals on long-haul flights.

 

Beyond passenger experience, Korean Air's financial stability, its merger with Asiana Airlines, and significant investments in modern, fuel-efficient aircraft demonstrate its commitment to innovation and future readiness. These factors contributed to Korean Air earning the title of the world's best airline for 2025.
  

AirlineRatings.com also recognised top performers in other categories:


Best Regional Airline: Virgin Australia Regional
Best Low-Cost Airline: Vietjet
Best Cabin Crew: Virgin Australia
Best Airport: Singapore Changi Airport
Best Airline Lounge: Qantas


 


Top 25 Airlines in the World for 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
Aero Mexico
Air Caraibes
Thai Airways
STARLUX Airlines
Vietnam Airlines
Sri Lankan Airlines
Air France
KLM
Air Calin
Air Mauritius
Garuda Indonesia

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