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AirlineRatings.com has published its list of top airlines for 2025. The list of 25 carriers isn't evaluated by popularity, but rather a careful assessment of each airline's quality, value, and safety. Recently, the assessment has also taken into account the companies' positive impact on the industry.
The first thing that may catch your eye when booking your flight is the ticket price. Low-cost carriers are often quite competitive in comparison to their full-service counterparts. Yet, the difference in travel conditions is also stark between the two.
While a low-cost airline may offer lower ticket prices, any additional services such as baggage, a printed boarding pass, and drinks or snacks, among other options, are not included in the ticket price.
In contrast, full-service airlines often include a series of benefits in the standard, economy ticket price. This often includes services like baggage, meals, entertainment, and seat selection, among other benefits. In this gallery, we'll explore the top 25 full-service airlines.
Garuda Indonesia occupies the 25th spot on this list! Indonesia's flag carrier airline operates flights to 96 destinations across three continents, averaging 500 departures per day.
In 24th place, we have Air Mauritius. Mauritius is known as the perfect island getaway with its crystal blue waters, and the nation's airlines offer an incredible travel experience, as well.
Did you know that KLM is the oldest operating airline in the world? Coming in at number 22, the Dutch airline carries nearly 30 million passengers a year on its aircraft.
Founded in 1933, Air France certainly carries a reputation for innovation in the aviation industry. It was one of the first airlines to offer transatlantic services. Air France and KLM merged in 2004, so their proximity in the top 25 makes their similarities even clearer.
SriLankan Airlines lands at the 20th place on the list of best full-service carriers. Formerly known as Air Lankan, the airline flies to over one thousand destinations in 160 countries.
Starlux is Taiwan's full-service carrier. The young airline, founded in 2018, took its first flight in 2020 from Taipei to Macau.
Thailand offers so many beautiful destinations to enjoy (pictured are Chinese Lunar Year celebrations in Bangkok). With Thai Airways achieving number 17 on the list, navigating flights to 35 countries, it's never been easier to catch a ride.
Aeroméxico is Mexico's flag carrier airline, servicing over 90 destinations throughout the region and beyond. The airline is one of the founding members of the SkyTeam airline alliance.
All Nippon Airways (ANA) is a Japanese airline seeking greater sustainability in the airline industry. It is one of the 10 airlines to have received a five-star rating from Skytrax.
Australia's flag carrier, Qantas, originated from the acronym for “Queensland and Northern Territory Aerial Services.” It's the country's largest airline and the only airline in the world that flies to all seven continents.
Emirates is the United Arab Emirates' leading airline. Founded in 1985 with just two airplanes, their fleet and operations are now some of the largest in the world, operating over 3,600 flights per week.
As the flag carrier of Singapore, Singapore Airlines has been ranked as Skytrax's world's best airline five times. Their cabin crew has also received awards for their extraordinary services.
Drumroll, please! The number one spot goes to Korean Air. The airline, founded in 1969, is the largest airline in South Korea. The five-star airline operates in more than 50 countries.
Sources: (CNN) (Airline Ratings) (OhMyFacts)
Are you a frequent traveler? Planning your summer holiday? What do you look for when booking your air travel? There are so many options to consider. Low-cost airlines can get you to your destination on a tighter budget, but many travelers find the added costs to be stressful. Full-service airlines, which include baggage and other services in the ticket cost, can appear a bit more expensive but offer considerable benefits.
The list of the best airlines issued by AirlineRatings.com consists of a list of options to help travelers like you choose the best company to travel with, evaluated by quality, safety, value, and positive impact. Check out this gallery to help make your next big travel decision.
The best airlines of 2025
Top full-service airlines
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Are you a frequent traveler? Planning your summer holiday? What do you look for when booking your air travel? There are so many options to consider. Low-cost airlines can get you to your destination on a tighter budget, but many travelers find the added costs to be stressful. Full-service airlines, which include baggage and other services in the ticket cost, can appear a bit more expensive but offer considerable benefits.
The list of the best airlines issued by AirlineRatings.com consists of a list of options to help travelers like you choose the best company to travel with, evaluated by quality, safety, value, and positive impact. Check out this gallery to help make your next big travel decision.