Korean Air Ranks Among Top 10 Global Airlines, Leading in Economy Seats and Crew

By KimSuJi Posted : September 23, 2026, 09:08 Updated : September 23, 2026, 09:08

Korean Air has been recognized for its strong competitiveness by passengers worldwide.
 
The airline announced on September 23 that it ranked 10th in the overall category of 'World's Best Airline' at the 2026 World Airline Awards held in London, organized by Skytrax.

The World Airline Awards is one of the most prestigious ceremonies in the aviation industry, selecting outstanding airlines based on survey results from passengers globally. This year's survey was conducted from September of last year to August of this year, involving over 300 airlines.
 
Korean Air achieved notable results, placing within the top 15 in 14 categories. It secured first place in two categories: Best Economy Class Seat and Best Cabin Crew in South Korea.
 
In common categories, it was ranked 6th for Best Airline in Asia, 7th for Best Family-Friendly Airline, 10th for Best Clean Airline, 13th for Best Cabin Crew, and 13th for Best Airport Service.
 
In the Premium Economy category, it ranked 7th for Best Seat, 10th for Best Catering, and 15th overall. In the Economy Class overall evaluation, it placed 14th.
 
In the First Class category, it also received high praise, ranking 8th for Incheon Airport's First Class Lounge, 9th for First Class Seat, and 10th for First Class Lounge Dining.
 
A Korean Air representative stated, "Our continuous efforts to renew and improve service quality have resulted in enhanced customer experiences. We aim to exceed customer expectations and further develop into the most beloved airline worldwide."
 
Meanwhile, Korean Air is preparing for the launch of its merged airline with Asiana Airlines on December 17, initiating service integration tasks such as transferring reservation information and changing flight numbers.




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