RANKED: The 12 best airlines in Asia

Qatar Airways Business Class Q Suite

Consumer aviation website Skytrax releases an annual list of the best airlines in the world.
Airlines from Asia dominate that list, taking 12 of the top 20 spots.
In fact, Asian airlines have occupied the top spot since 2007.

Every year, consumer aviation website Skytrax releases its list of the best airlines in the world. For 2017, Qatar Airways took home the top prize for the second time in three years and the fourth time in the last seven. Including airlines from the Pacific Rim, South Asia, and the Middle East, carriers from the Asian continent as a whole performed tremendously well in the Skytrax rankings, occupying 12 of the top 20 spots.

In fact, a non-Asian airline hasn't held the top spot since 2006 when British Airways was awarded Airline of the Year.

The Skytrax rankings are based on the impressions of 19.87 million travelers from 105 different countries. The survey, which covered more than 325 airlines, measured 49 parameters ranging from boarding procedures to seat comfort to the quality of service.

Here's a closer look at 12 best airlines from Asia:

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12. Asiana

Overall rank: 20

Why it's awesome: Once again, South Korea's Asiana earns high marks from Skytrax for its cabin crew, cleanliness, and economy class products. Asiana currently operates a fleet of modern Airbus and Boeing jets.

See additional airline information at Skytrax.

11. Japan Airlines

Overall rank: 16

Why it's awesome: Japan's flag carrier is one of the most respected airlines in the world. Reviewers on Skytrax praised Japan's second largest airline for its attentive service, well-coordinated ground staff, and comfortable cabin.

For 2017, Japan Airlines won the award for Best Economy Class Airline Seat.

See additional airline information at Skytrax.

10. Thai Airways

Overall rank: 11

Why it's awesome: Thai Airways has long been an industry leader in quality service, so it's no surprise to find the Thai national carrier high up on the list. Though its most heralded products are its business and first-class services, fliers found its economy seats to be of high quality as well.

Economy fliers on Skytrax also noted the crew's friendly demeanor and delectable dining options.

In 2017, Thai Airways took home the award for the World's Best Economy Class, the World's Best Economy Class Onboard Catering, and the World's Best Airline Spa Facilities.

See additional airline information at Skytrax.

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