Qatar Airways Crowned ‘Best Airline in the World’ at Business Traveller Awards 2025

Qatar Airways, the flag carrier renowned for redefining luxury in aviation, has once again claimed the top spot in the sky—winning ‘Best Airline in the World’ at the coveted Business Traveller Awards 2025. The awards ceremony, held at the Sky Garden in London, gathered the travel industry’s best and brightest to celebrate leaders in comfort, innovation, and service. For Qatar Airways, it was a night of big wins and even bigger recognition.

A Clean Sweep of Global Honours

The accolades didn’t stop at ‘Best Airline in the World’. Qatar Airways took home a host of other major titles, including:

• Best Business Class in the World
• Best Economy Class in the World
• Best Airline Lounge in the World (Al Mourjan Lounge, Doha)
• Best Frequent Flyer Programme in the World
• Best Airline Between Europe and the Middle East

Judged by industry experts and based on feedback from thousands of frequent flyers, these awards confirm Qatar Airways’ unwavering commitment to excellence at every point of the travel experience.

Chief Commercial Officer Thierry Antinori said, “These awards reflect our dedication to delivering unparalleled experiences to customers at every travel touchpoint. Being named World’s Best Airline, alongside so many category wins, inspires our entire team to keep setting new standards for comfort, connectivity, and world-class service.”

Why Qatar Airways Stands Apart

The Business Traveller panel and readers ranked Qatar Airways highly for its cutting-edge Business Class product—think revolutionary Qsuite privacy, on-demand dining, and exceptional inflight service. Even Economy Class is a stand-out, with spacious cabins, superior dining, and free Starlink Wi-Fi for all.

The Al Mourjan Lounge in Doha was singled out as ‘Best Airline Lounge in the World’, winning praise for its peaceful ambience, gourmet cuisine, luxurious showers and tranquil workspaces.

Plus, the airline’s global network now stretches to more than 170 destinations, making it one of the most connected and ambitious airlines operating today.

Industry Leaders Applaud the Win

Ink Global’s Michael Keating summed it up: “Qatar Airways performed outstandingly well—winning five of seven global airline categories and six awards in total. From its Business Class to innovative inflight features, Qatar Airways is a truly deserving winner and continues to pioneer world-class travel.”

A Year of Expansion and Innovation

2025 has been monumental for Qatar Airways—with continued route launches, product enhancements, loyalty program upgrades, and industry-leading technology. As they continue to elevate the journey for business travellers and holidaymakers alike, these awards shine a spotlight on why so many choose Qatar Airways for comfort, reliability and hospitality.

Ready to book your next journey with the world’s best? Discover the experience for yourself and plan your itinerary at Qatar Airways.