Cathay Pacific Airways has been named the World’s Best Economy Class Airline for 2025 at the prestigious Skytrax World Airline Awards, topping the global rankings ahead of Qatar Airways in second place and Singapore Airlines in third.
The awards, often referred to as the “Oscars of the aviation industry,” recognise excellence across multiple categories based on millions of passenger surveys from around the world.
Top Honours for Comfort and Service
The Hong Kong–based carrier also secured second place in the category for Best Economy Class Airline Seats, just behind Japan Airlines, which took out the top spot for its spacious, ergonomic seating. Third place went to Korean Air.
Meanwhile, EVA Air was awarded Best Economy Class Onboard Catering, praised for its high-quality inflight meals. Cathay Pacific and Qatar Airways rounded out the top three in this category.
World’s Best Economy Class Airlines 2025
- Cathay Pacific Airways
- Qatar Airways
- Singapore Airlines
- ANA All Nippon Airways
- Japan Airlines
- EVA Air
- Emirates
- STARLUX Airlines
- Hainan Airlines
- Turkish Airlines
Regional Winners
- Africa: Ethiopian Airlines
- Asia: Cathay Pacific Airways
- Australia/Pacific: Qantas Airways
- China: Hainan Airlines
- Central Asia & CIS: Azerbaijan Airlines
- Europe: Turkish Airlines
- India & South Asia: IndiGo
- Middle East: Qatar Airways
- North America: Delta Air Lines
- South America: LATAM Airlines Group
Best Economy Class Onboard Catering 2025
Africa: Egyptair
Australia/Pacific: Qantas Airways
Asia: EVA Air
China: Hainan Airlines
India & South Asia: Air India
Central Asia & CIS: Azerbaijan Airlines
Middle East: Qatar Airways
Europe: Turkish Airlines
North America: Delta Air Lines
South America: LATAM Airlines Group
Best Economy Class Airline Seats 2025
Japan Airlines
Cathay Pacific Airways
Korean Air
Singapore Airlines
Qatar Airways
ANA All Nippon Airways
Emirates
STARLUX Airlines
China Airlines
Malaysia Airlines
A Strong Year for Asia-Pacific
Asia-Pacific carriers dominated the 2025 Skytrax rankings, taking out seven of the top ten places for Economy Class.
Cathay Pacific’s win underscores its reputation for quality service and comfort, reaffirming its position as a leading global carrier as travel demand continues to surge post-pandemic.
