Top airlines in 2011

Many airlines are growing rapidly in their services to international destinations. The services of different airlines are also the most valued and offer customers great hospitality.

Asiana Airlines

It is a South Korean airline established in 1988 and based in Osoe-dong, Gangseo-gu, Seoul. It is a member of the Star Alliance and operates its national hub at Gimpo International Airport and its international hub at Incheon International Airport. It serves various international destinations on four continents, including Asia, Europe, North America, and Oceania. It operates a frequent flyer program, ‘Asiana Club’ with five levels of membership, including Silver, Gold, Diamond, Diamond Plus and Platinum. Asiana Airline has won a number of awards including “Best Airline Airline” from Global Travelers Magazine, 2010 Skytrax “Airline of the Year”, 2010 “Best North Asian Airline” and many more. It is also classified as a 5-star airline by Skytrax.

Singapore Airlines

It is a Singapore flag carrier established in 1947 and is headquartered at Airline House, Singapore and is a member of the Star Alliance. It operates its hub at Changi airport and operates service to 62 destinations in 35 countries. It serves six continents, but has a stronger presence in the Southeast Asian region. It operates its frequent flyer program in two categories, namely KrisFlyer and The PPS Club and the ‘KRISWORLD’ inflight entertainment system. Singapore Airlines is ranked as one of the top airlines in the world in different categories.

Qatar airlines

It is a Qatari flag carrier established in 1993 and is headquartered at Qatar Airways Towers, Doha and operates its hub at Doha International Airport. The airline operates services to 101 destinations in 55 countries on six continents, including Africa, Asia, Europe, North America, South America and Oceania. It is a member of the Star Alliance and has codeshare agreements with several airlines. The Privilege Club loyalty program of Qatar Airways has agreements with the loyalty programs offered by different airlines and also collaborations with numerous hotels and car rental companies. Qatar Airways is one of the fastest growing airlines and is currently undergoing a major expansion.

Cathay Pacific Airways

Cathay Pacific Airways is a Hong Kong flag carrier established in 1946. The airline is based at Hong Kong International Airport, where it operates its hub. The airline serves 115 destinations in 36 countries and territories, thus forming a well-connected Asian network. It is the founding member of the Oneworld alliance and operates codeshare agreements with many other airlines. The airline offers two loyalty programs, namely The Marco Polo Club and Asia Miles. Cathay Pacific Airways received the “Airline of the Year” award in 2009 and is also rated a 5-star airline by Skytrax.

Air New Zealand

Air New Zealand is a flag carrier and national carrier of New Zealand established in 1940. The airline is headquartered in Western Reclamation, Auckland City, New Zealand and operates its hub at Auckland Airport. The airline serves 27 national destinations and 26 international destinations in 14 countries on 4 continents. The airline has been a member of the Star Alliance since 1999 and operates codeshare agreements with many other airlines. Air New Zealand operates a frequent flyer program called Airpoints. The airline was rated ‘8th Best Airline in the World’ in 2009 by Skytrax and ‘Airline of the Year’ in 2010 and 2012 by the Air Transport World Global Airline Awards.

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