Oneworld has been awarded the title of 'World's Best Airline Alliance' at the 2026 Skytrax World Airline Awards, held in London on 18 September. This accolade marks the fifth time the alliance has received this honour, underscoring its commitment to providing a superior travel experience.
The Skytrax awards are determined by a large-scale customer satisfaction survey, which gathers feedback from millions of travellers worldwide. Luis Gallego, CEO of International Airlines Group and Chairman of the oneworld Governing Board, expressed gratitude for the recognition, stating, "This prestigious award reflects how oneworld's continued commitment to creating a more connected and rewarding journey is valued by global travellers."
Oneworld's CEO, Ole Orver, highlighted the alliance's dedication to customer benefits, loyalty, and sustainability initiatives. "This recognition is acknowledgement of the elevated consistent experience our member airlines provide to customers around the world each day," Orver noted. The alliance is renowned for its premium offerings, including First Class lounge access, which contribute to its esteemed reputation.
Oneworld comprises 15 world-class airlines, including British Airways, Cathay Pacific, and Qantas, serving nearly 1,000 destinations globally. The alliance offers frequent flyers special rewards and privileges, such as earning and redeeming miles across its network, access to airport lounges, priority check-in and boarding, and extra baggage allowances.
This latest accolade reinforces oneworld's position as a leader in the aviation industry, continually striving to enhance the travel experience for its passengers
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