The Top 10 Airlines 2023

31 MAY, 2023

Adhya Moona

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According to AirlineRatings.com these are the world's best airlines for 2023. Criteria include safety & government audits, passenger reviews, profitability, airline fleet age, investment rating, etc.

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Air New Zealand is based in Auckland. The airline operates flights to 20 domestic and 30 international destinations, primarily around and within the Pacific Rim.

1. air new zealand

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Qatar Airways is headquartered in Doha. The airline operates a hub-and-spoke network, flying over 150 international destinations across Asia, Africa, Europe, Americas, Oceania.

2. qatar airways

A good blend of comfort and luxury, Etihad Airways is the national airline of the UAE. Its head office is in Abu Dhabi. It is second largest airline in the UAE after Emirates.

3. ETIHAD AIRWAYS

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Korean Air is the flag carrier of South Korea, based in Seoul. It is ranked as a 5-star airline and one of the top international cargo airlines.

4. KOREAN AIR

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Singapore Airlines is also one of the luxurious and comfortable airlines. This 5-star airline is known for its good service and high passenger satisfaction.

5. SINGAPORE AIRLINES

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Qantas Airways is the flag carrier of Australia. It is Australia's largest airline by fleet size, international flights & international destinations. It is the second oldest airline in operation, founded in 1920.

6. qantas

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Australian based Virgin Australia Airline made to the 7th position in the list. This budget-friendly flight is headquartered in Bribane.

7. VIRGIN AUSTRALIA

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Virgin Australia shares the 7th position on the list with Virgin Atlantic. The British airline offers fabulous service and flies to more than 340 destinations.

7. VIRGIN ATLANTIC

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EVA, or Evergreen Airways, is one of the largest airlines of Taiwan. It flies to over 40 international destinations in Australia, Asia, Europe & North America.

8. EVA AIR

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Cathay Pacific is the largest airline in Hong Kong. The airline was founded in 1946. It has passenger and cargo services to more than 190 destinations.

9. cathay pacific airways

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One of the most popular international airlines, Emirates, is also a flag carrier of the UAE. Based in Dubai, this airline flies to 150 cities across 80 countries.

10. EMIRATES