The 10 safest airlines in the world in 2024: the list

AirlineRatings.com has released its annual rating, which takes into account the age of the fleet, pilot professionalism, security measures, and the number of incidents. Learn more about the airlines that provide the highest safety standards and the most reliable low-cost carriers

Passenger safety remains a top priority for the aviation industry. Every year, AirlineRatings.com evaluates the world's airlines based on a number of criteria, including fleet age, pilot professionalism, security measures, and the number of incidents.

We will tell you about the top safest airlines in the article below.

Top 10 safest airlines in the world according to AirlineRatings

1. Air New Zealand (New Zealand)

The leader of the rating due to its modern fleet, the highest service standards, and innovative approaches to security.

2. Qantas (Australia)

Known as one of the oldest and most reliable airlines in the world, Qantas lost the lead only because of its slightly older fleet.

3. Cathay Pacific (Hong Kong), Qatar Airways (Qatar), Emirates (UAE)

The three companies shared third place due to identical safety performance. Their modern aircraft, impeccable staff training, and minimal incidents make them among the best in the world.

4. Virgin Australia (Australia)

The Australian carrier demonstrates a high level of operational reliability and safety.

5. Etihad Airways (UAE)

The luxury airline from Abu Dhabi has been recognized for its advanced safety technologies and thorough crew training.

5. ANA (All Nippon Airways, Japan)

One of the largest airlines in Japan, known for discipline, punctuality, and high safety standards.

6. EVA Air (Taiwan)

The Taiwanese carrier continues to demonstrate an impeccable reputation in the field of aviation safety.

7. Korean Air (South Korea)

An airline that constantly improves its standards using advanced technologies.

8. Alaska Airlines (USA)

One of the most reliable air carriers in North America, which stands out for its safety and environmental initiatives.

9. Turkish Airlines (Turkey)

The national carrier of Turkey has earned a place in the ranking due to its operational reliability and safety.

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Leaders among low-cost carriers

In the low-cost carrier segment, Hong Kong Express was recognized as the safest airline in the world. It is followed by Jetstar Group (Australia) and Ryanair (Ireland).

Top 10 safest low-cost airlines in the world in 2024:

1. Hong Kong Express (Hong Kong)

2. Jetstar Group (Australia)

3. Ryanair (Ireland)

4. easyJet (Great Britain)

5. Frontier Airlines (USA)

6. AirAsia (Malaysia)

7. Wizz Air (Hungary)

8. VietJet Air (Vietnam)

9. Southwest Airlines (USA)

10. Volaris (Mexico)

2024 was a record year for the airline industry. As Bloomberg previously reported, the growth of travel in the United States has pushed airline stocks to a significant rise - the S&P Supercomposite Airlines index rose by 60%. This is the best performance since 2014.

Safety remains a key criterion for choosing a carrier, so these ratings are important benchmarks for travelers around the world.

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