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Best Airline Overall

Flying is more than just getting from one place to another. It’s about excellence in the skies, as expressed through the overall experience. This year’s DestinAsian Readers’ Choice Awards (RCA) honor the airlines that continue to elevate air travel with impeccable service, top-tier cabin amenities, and seamless connectivity.

Once again, Singapore Airlines claimed the top spot for best airline. The global carrier is renowned for its world-class hospitality, elegant cabin design, and industry-leading inflight experience. Emirates ranked second, offering luxurious long-haul travel with its signature onboard lounges and private suites. In third place, Thai Airways earns praise for its warm service and refined Thai hospitality. Discover all the airlines that made our readers’ shortlist.

Best First & Business Class

With plush premium cabins and consistently reliable service, these airlines continue to set the standard for global travel. In this category, Singapore Airlines also took the lead for redefining exclusivity with its luxurious Suites, thoughtfully designed business class, and well-appointed Premium economy.

Emirates follows with its private First-Class cabins and signature onboard lounge, while Qatar Airways, celebrated for its revolutionary Qsuite that brings first-class comfort to Business Class, comes in third. Click here for the full shortlist of our readers’ favorite airlines for premium classes.

Best Economy Class

Flying in economy class doesn’t mean sacrificing comfort, especially when traveling with the best airlines in the world. From generous legroom to attentive service and thoughtfully curated inflight entertainment, these carriers ensure that even the most budget-conscious travelers enjoy a seamless journey.

For yet another year, Singapore Airlines took the top spot, setting the benchmark for economy-class excellence with its seat design, meal quality, and outstanding hospitality. Emirates is the runner-up, offering a refined experience with its spacious cabins, gourmet dining, and an award-winning inflight entertainment system.

These top the list of airlines that our readers feel offer exceptional economy-class services that elevate the travel experience beyond expectations.

Economy-class travel is no longer just about getting from point A to point B—it’s about enjoying the journey along the way. See the full list of winners in the 2025 DestinAsian Readers’ Choice Awards here.

Singapore Airlines Sweeps the Board at DestinAsian Readers’ Choice Awards

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