Korean Air secures top honors across three categories at 2026 USA Today 10Best Awards

Korean Air secured the highest ranking in three categories at the 2026 USA Today 10Best Readers' Choice Awards. This is the first time the airline has topped all three major airline categories.

Won:
- Best Business & First Class
- Best Inflight Food
- Best Cabin Crew

Best Business & First Class
- Recognized for enhanced premium cabin offerings.
Prestige (Business) Class features:
- Prestige Suites 2.0
- 180-degree lie-flat seats
- Upgraded inflight entertainment systems
- First Class passengers receive:
- Luxury-brand loungewear and bedding
- Premium amenity kits
- High-end amenities available across both premium cabins.

Best Inflight Food
- Korean Air has upgraded its premium dining experience.
Features:
- Multi-course meals
- Curated beverage and wine selections
- Modern interpretations of traditional Korean cuisine
- Pre-order meal service
- Expanded snack options on long-haul Economy flights

Best Cabin Crew
- Recognized for consistent service standards across all cabin classes.
The airline has:
- Reviewed cabin service procedures
- Standardized safety training protocols ahead of its planned integration in December
- Committed to maintaining service excellence through systematic crew training programs

Key Highlights
- Awards Won: Best Business & First Class, Best Inflight Food, Best Cabin Crew
- Award: 2026 USA Today 10Best Readers' Choice Awards
- Business Class Feature: Prestige Suites 2.0 with lie-flat seats
- Dining Enhancement: Multi-course meals and Korean-inspired cuisine
- Cabin Crew Recognition: Consistent service and enhanced training standards