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The world's 20 best airlines for 2026 have been announced – with only six in Europe
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· September 18, 2026
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Key points Air France, Turkish Airlines, and Vueling were among the winners in specific categories. The world's top airlines for 2026 have been revealed, with a total of six European carriers making the list of 20 best airlines.
The world's top airlines for 2026 have been revealed, with a total of six European carriers making the list of 20 best airlines. Air France, Turkish Airlines, and Vueling were among the winners in specific categories.
However, European airlines did not fare as well as those from other regions, with Asia and the Middle East claiming a larger share of awards.
Further information on the rankings and individual category winners can be found through the source, which provides a more detailed breakdown of the awards and the performance of airlines from different regions.
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Category: News Published: September 18, 2026 Source: Euronews Reading time: 1 min
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