Qatar Airways Wins Four Skytrax Awards, Retains Prestigious 5-Star Airline Rating
Qatar Airways has once again reinforced its position at the very top of global aviation with a stellar showing at the 2026 Skytrax World Airline Awards:
Awards Won
- World’s Best Business Class — 13th time, thanks to the acclaimed Qsuite with its private suites and patented quad seating configuration.
- Best Airline in the Middle East — 14th time, underscoring regional leadership and consistency.
- World’s Best Business Class Lounge — 8th time, awarded to the Al Mourjan Business Lounge – The Garden, a tranquil, wellness‑focused space overlooking The ORCHARD.
- World’s Best Onboard Wi‑Fi — first airline ever to receive this award, powered by its Starlink‑equipped widebody fleet.
Why It Matters
- Qatar Airways retains its prestigious 5‑Star Airline Rating, a benchmark for excellence in service and operations.
- More than 25 million passengers have already used its Starlink Wi‑Fi across 96,000 flights, setting a new industry standard for connectivity.
- The airline continues to expand services across the Middle East, with daily flights up 14% this winter season.
Leadership Perspective
- Hamad Al‑Khater, Group CEO: dedicated the awards to the airline’s 60,000 colleagues, praising their professionalism as Qatar Airways approaches its 30th anniversary.
- He also highlighted the recognition of the oneworld Alliance as World’s Best Airline Alliance, reflecting collective excellence.
These accolades cement Qatar Airways’ reputation as a global leader in premium travel, blending luxury, innovation, and connectivity.
