10 best airlines in the world

The life of most modern people is closely related to travel. Every year in the spring and summer season, hundreds of thousands of holidaymakers flock to the sea and to the cultural capitals of the world. And with many successful professionals, entrepreneurs and public figures, the rest of the time is filled with various trips and meetings. Regardless of the purpose of travel, the choice of transport in most cases is obvious - the plane. This is the fastest and most convenient way to get anywhere in the world; you just need to find a suitable flight.

However, choosing the best solution is not always as easy as it may seem. There are thousands of airlines in the world and each offers flights to various destinations and at different prices, promising perfect service and attracting the eye with beautiful advertising. Understanding all this diversity will take a long time, and an error can greatly spoil the impression of a holiday and even disrupt a business trip. After all, not all airlines can boast exceptional punctuality, reliability, thoughtful service, well-developed work with baggage, tasty food on board, polite staff, a reasonable ratio of ticket cost and level of services and other important qualities that are so highly appreciated by many tourists. At the same time, some leading airlines have significantly expanded the range of services in recent years, often offering travelers both additional amenities during check-in and on board, as well as favorable discounts on reservations and purchases from partners, which most often become popular hotels, restaurants and insurance companies, which helps easy to plan the whole trip.

Top 10 best airlines in the world

10 Victory

Often the exorbitant price of a flight becomes the only obstacle on the way to rest. Fortunately, the most low-cost airlines, also known as low-cost airlines, allow you to see the world with a small budget. A special place in this niche in Russia is occupied by the domestic airline Victory, which has become famous for the best prices in most of its destinations. The cost of flights of this low-cost airline starts from 499 rubles for a one-way flight, which is good news for budget travelers. Of course, the price varies depending on the direction and range of the flight, but still it is always different accessibility.

But, like everything cheap, the available flights have their own nuances. The best deals will benefit only those who fly light. You can register for free only in advance on the official website, as check-in at the airport is paid. Tourists say not too much legroom. Meals on board are not offered even for a fee, so food will have to be bought at the airport, however, for those who like to sleep in flight, this is rather a plus.

9 Aeroflot

Aeroflot is the largest and most famous Russian airline. Of all domestic firms, only Aeroflot entered the first half of TOP-100 of the best airlines in the world according to Skytrax, which already says a lot. Although not all travelers believe that the quality of service corresponds to a quite solid price for airline tickets, the company has many advantages, the main of which was the abundance of routes and additional services. A large airline with a long history flies across the country and in many popular destinations and offers all sorts of flights from affiliated companies, which means that wherever the route lies, there is a solution on the Aeroflot website. Agreements with popular hotels and car rental companies allow you to book everything on the airline's website.

In addition, many people appreciate this carrier for not old airplanes, clean modern salons, comfortable seats with built-in screen. However, the food in economy class Aeroflot leaves much to be desired. On flights up to three hours, passengers are usually offered only sandwiches and tea.

8 KLM Royal Dutch Airlines

KLM is the world-famous Dutch airline, which this year celebrates its centenary anniversary. Founded back in 1919, the company nevertheless keeps up with the times and continues to improve, improving service and expanding the network of routes, thanks to which today it offers more than a hundred destinations. At the same time, despite the great experience and good level of services, this TOP participant offers very competitive prices for a wide variety of destinations. In addition, the airline has developed an innovative system of choice of seats, which allows you to choose a place with the best environment for free - interesting neighbors or away from noisy teenage and youth companies. To find travel companions, all you need is to specify your interests and integrate your account in social networks.

KLM advantages include following the schedule, friendly and friendly crew, enough legroom. All passengers also note good food on board and excellent service in all classes.

7 Qatar Airways

The Qatar company is getting better every year and today it is able to make a serious competition to the most famous and major air carriers of our time. The Qsuite business class zone has become the most powerful and important feature for Qatar Airways, thanks to which the company was able to take a prominent place in many of the world's tops, including the Forbes rating. Unlike other airlines, this hero of our review offers business class passengers not only ordinary seats in a row, but also a quad zone, designed for four. The space is organized so that the seats are located opposite each other and are separated by a comfortable double table. All of this has turned Qatar Airways' business-class places into excellent meeting rooms for business people or a cozy corner for a company of four.

Also, according to the comments of passengers, the airline on its flights offers quality food with the ability to choose from several options. Nevertheless, the whole breadth of choice usually goes only to those with whom the distribution of food began.

6 Emirates airline

The United Arab Emirates are among the most sought-after destinations in the world, but this is not the only reason for the popularity of this country's main airline. Emirates Airline is the record for reviews on Tripadvisor, the largest travel site. Moreover, it is one of the best air carriers estimated by more than 40 thousand travelers. Not everyone considers this company an ideal price-quality ratio or too customer-oriented, but nevertheless very many passengers choose it.After all, here rest in a mysterious Arab atmosphere with bright notes of modernity begins on board the aircraft. The staff in Arabic attire during the flight offers the delicious dishes that this country is famous for.

Also, passengers can take advantage of various entertainment and additions: charging for gadgets even in economy class, free Wi-Fi, video and audio in different languages. But at the same time, the company does not indicate some details about the services - the hotel is provided free of charge not to all passengers, but only those who bought tickets are more expensive.

5 Austrian Airlines

Tickets for a flight with good service, tasty onboard meals and comfortable seats do not have to be too expensive, and this Austrian airline is a good proof of that. The cost of traveling with Austrian Airlines, as a rule, is noticeably lower than the price of a flight by most well-known companies. Moreover, some flights of this participant TOPA are financially even comparable to low-cost airlines, because the cost of air tickets of Austrian Airlines starts with a dozen or so thousand rubles. At the same time, the level of service is really high.

Polite and attentive staff always listens to requests and wishes. Even on short flights, passengers are offered full meals, as well as a wide selection of drinks, including not only tea, coffee and several types of juice, but also light and dark beer and even genuine Austrian wine, which is not so easy to find in the store. Also, tourists celebrate the opportunity to take a few different drinks at a time free of charge, clean aircraft cabins, ample legroom and forethought.

4 Swiss International Air Lines

Modern, practical and accurate as a Swiss watch, this airline is one of the most punctual carriers in the world, and this has earned universal recognition and popularity. Even in those rare cases, when due to bad weather or waiting for passengers to sit down, small hitch-ups occur, as a rule, the plane still arrives at the destination just in time, which speaks of thoughtfulness and professionalism. A special highlight of the Swiss airline has become a variety of applications.

The most important of them makes it easy to book tickets, quickly check-in for a flight and have constant access to current flight information. Another practical application contains both important information about flights and baggage rules, as well as useful tips for tourists on the choice of hotels, cafes, bars, clubs, places of memory of the city. This TOPA member also has a purely entertaining software: an airplane control simulator and an educational children's app that introduces the kids to the airport and the airplane. In addition, children on board are given toys.

3 Air new zealand

Although until recently the main carrier of New Zealand was not so widely known, today it is one of the most progressive and popular airlines. Constantly receiving good reviews from numerous passengers, Air New Zealand has not been overlooked even by such well-known companies like Forbes and Skytrax, who consider the airline one of the best and mark its aircraft as the most comfortable. This is not surprising, because the SkyCouch or “heavenly bed” seats became their original piece. Unlike seats on airplanes of all other airlines, Air New Zealand economy seats easily transform from comfortable seats to a full bed for two, making them an excellent option for traveling with loved ones and children.

At the same time, according to reviews, when buying three places in the same row, a good discount is made to third place. Also, the strengths of the airline include food, a good selection of drinks, including wine, cleanliness and novelty of the aircraft, comfortable foot rests and high comfort, especially when using the SkyCouch.

2 Singapore Airlines

The Singapore airline is not the first to occupy an honorable place in the TOP of the best versions of various resources, including Business Insider and Forbes. This airline not only broke the record for the range of flights without refueling, creating the route Singapore - New York, but is notable for its friendship with many prestigious hotels, tour organizers and many well-known companies. Therefore, Singapore Airlines offers its passengers favorable discounts and promotions for staying in hotels, car rentals and tour packages. Moreover, this carrier is very generous with gifts, especially when it comes to transit at Changi airport in Singapore. Transit passengers can relax in one of the popular hotels for free, go on an exciting city tour or get a voucher for purchases at the airport depending on the flight.

Another advantage, thanks to which the airline is known to the whole world, has become a luxurious first class. Full luxury rooms with a bed, an armchair and all amenities are ideal for those who appreciate comfort.

1 Lufthansa

The German airline Lufthansa is a real leader in terms of the most important criteria for most tourists, for which it gets its rightful first place. First of all, this company became famous as the most reliable air carrier. Lufthansa almost never delays its flights indefinitely. If the weather conditions do not allow to take off on time, the airline clearly reports the length of the delay, provides passengers with everything they need and warns the destination airport so that transit passengers can pass through the passport control without a queue and quickly get to the next plane.

In addition, Lufthansa offers a ton of additional services. On board, passengers can have a good time while playing, listening to music, watching movies, and on intercontinental flights and live broadcasts, use Wi-Fi. Also on the airline's website you can find convenient transfers, car rental, pre-order goods in duty-free shops, a hotel, excursions, and even international prepaid SIM cards.

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Aeroflot

Air new zealand

Austrian Airlines

Emirates airline

KLM Royal Dutch Airlines

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Qatar Airways

Singapore Airlines

Swiss International Air Lines

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