From top-tier airlines to exclusive lounges and private jet services, see who ranked highest in the luxury air travel experience.
Before you step into a luxurious hotel or explore a new city, your journey often starts at the airport—and that experience is just as crucial as the destination itself. That’s why Forbes Travel Guide has launched its inaugural Verified Air Travel Awards, celebrating exceptional airline and airport experiences.
The 22 awards span various categories, including outstanding airport restaurants, lavish lounges, top-tier first-class suites, and in-flight cocktail bars. For those seeking a more exclusive travel experience, the awards also highlight private jet services and premium airport amenities.
Emirates was named Best International Airline, while Delta Air Lines took home the title of Best U.S. Airline. Singapore Changi Airport earned the accolade for Best International Airport, and LaGuardia was recognized as the Best U.S. Airport for its recent transformation. The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) also won Innovation of the Year for introducing facial recognition at major U.S. airports.
Forbes Travel Guide’s airline experts traveled globally to gather nominations, and the winners were chosen through an exclusive survey of 5,000 seasoned hospitality professionals, including luxury travel advisors, FTG’s frequent flyers, undercover inspectors, and trainers. The results were validated by FTG experts, renowned for their unbiased and meticulous Star Ratings system, in place for over 66 years.
“Many travel awards are simply popularity contests,” says Peter Greenberg, Emmy Award-winning travel journalist and host of Eye on Travel on CBS Radio. “The Verified Air Travel Awards stand out because they rely on real-world experiences and measurable data. In a world flooded with luxury brands, it’s not about glossy images or marketing spin—it’s the genuine opinions of veteran travelers and hard facts that define true excellence.”
So buckle up and get ready to discover these global winners.
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