I flew the best airline in the world – here’s why it definitely lives up to the hype

The world’s best airline for 2024 has been revealed – and I was lucky enough to fly with them.

Revealed by the annual Skytrax awards, Qatar Airways knocked Singapore Airlines out of first place.

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Winning the award for the 8th time, it also won Best Business Class, Best Business Class Lounge and Best Airline in the Middle East

It was even named the best airline earlier this year by Airlineratings.com, knocking Air New Zealand out of first place.

Qatar Airways Group CEO, Eng. Badr Mohammed Al-Meer said: “This is a proud moment for Qatar Airways and it is an honor to share this award with my fellow workers.

“This award is a testament to our tireless dedication to providing unparalleled service and innovation. We look forward to more wins in the future.”

I flew with the airline last year whilst traveling from London to Sri Lanka via Doha.

A highlight for me was the crew – they were extremely helpful and friendly whilst toeing the line and giving you space.

The planes are also clean, unlike other airlines where you are likely to encounter a crispy or sticky table.

I was lucky enough to also experience their award-winning business class, QSuite.

Having flown several other business classes with other airlines, I also understand why it is often considered the best in the world.

One of the highlights was the door that closes, which allows complete privacy.

Other airlines are now replicating this, but Qatar was one of the first to implement it in the airline industry.

Along with privacy, it has some of the best amenity kits, offering minis from beauty brand Diptyque, as well as pajamas from White Company.

And the food was top notch too, with an afternoon tea of ​​scones and cakes to boot.

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You know a mocktail is good when people choose it over the free fizz – I was obsessed with the mint and lime mix.

Of course, the main attraction is the flat bed, where even I, who have difficulty sleeping on planes, managed to close my eyes.

It was also helped by the light and soft purple Do Not Disturb blanket.

It’s safe to say it’s clear why they keep winning best airline.

Here are some of our other airline reviews, including what it’s like to fly Emirates.

We also tried Finnair’s unusual non-reclining business class.

And here’s what you can expect from flying with Korean Air, which has the best plane food in the world.