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Editors at the Airline ranking website have again come up with a fresh list of top airlines in the Middle East. This ranking is based on various factors which include safety, innovation, passenger comfort, staff engagement, and other services. From leadership to innovation everything is focused on them that make a real difference to the passenger experience. When we talk about the top airlines that come under Middle East 4 among the 8 are from the UAE, and they well deserve their rankings. The factors that put them on top of the list are the best facilities in economic as well as business class, and also their environmentally friendly services.
If we talk about the Middle East then it is one of the fastest-growing travel markets around the globe. The number of international passengers is increasing constantly. Usually, people opt for the airlines that make the largest geographical coverage while traveling. For that, we have the list of top 8 airlines in the Middle East which fit in all the categories of best routes, fleet types, and services. Have a look at the below-mentioned list of airlines.
List of top 8 Middle East airlines-
Emirates
Emirates is based in Dubai and has the world’s largest international connections. It is the biggest airline in the Middle East and operates in around 50 countries with more than 100 destinations. It operates with more than 250 aircraft makes easy for the passenger to travel among the world-famous tourist destinations as well as business destinations. With 55+ years of experience, Emirates is on top of the list of best airlines. It stands in no.1 position for the Middle East ranking whereas on 13th position on the world ranking.
- Founded on 25 march 1985, United Arab Emirates
- Fleet size 250
- Mainly Airbus A380s and Boeing B777
Qatar Airways
Qatar airways based in Doha is on 2nd position by airline ranking. It operates with more than 230 aircraft as it is the second biggest airline in the Middle East, and according to the world ranking, it is in the 17th position. Qatar Airways are the flag carrier of Qatar and are the best if we talk about their booking services that are so convenient according to your needs and requirement. This airline is especially famous for its luxurious Q- Suit and its onboard passenger services. Qatar Airways connects to around 170 destinations. It has more than 50,000 employees serving the passengers at different locations.
- Founded on 22 November 1993, Doha
- Fleet size 235
- Mainly Airbuses A319, A320, A321, A330, A350, A380, and Boeing B777
Saudia
Saudia is ranked as the third biggest airline in the Middle East with a flag carrier of Saudi Arabia. If we talk about the country ranking Saudia is at the top and holds 28th position in the list of the world ranking. This is a famous Arabian aviation brand with its headquarters in Jeddah. This airline is the largest one in Saudi Arabia and comes seventh in terms of the number of passengers carried by them. Saudia airlines connect almost 85 destinations in almost all continents except South America and Antarctica. The main operational base is in headquarters Jeddah itself, and the second hub is the King Khaled airport. It connects to almost all international as well as domestic flights. Saudia is also the third largest airline in terms of revenue.
- Founded in September 1945, Riyadh
- Fleet size 157
- Mainly Airbuses A320-214, A321, A330-343, and a few more.
Etihad
Etihad Airways is in the number 4 position in the list of top 8 airlines in the Middle East. It is the second flag carrier of UAE that comes on 47th position if we talk about the world ranking of the airline. The main hub of Etihad Airways is in Abu Dhabi. It operates more than 1000 daily flights to various extensive and luxurious travel destinations of the continents like Asia, Europe, Africa, North America, and Australia. It is also the second largest airline in UAE. Etihad Airways started its first international flight in 2003. Has its head office in Khalifa city of Abu Dhabi. The most surprising and amazing fact is that Etihad Airlines has earned the environmental airlines of the year award by the airline ratings.
- Founded in July 2003, Abu Dhabi
- Fleet size 103
- Mainly Airbuses A320 family, A350-1000, Boeing 777, Boeing 787, and much more.
Iran Air
Iran Air carrying Iran’s flag is in the 5th position on the list of top airlines in the Middle East. Iran Air is the country’s biggest airline. The headquarter of this airline is in the capital city Tehran. It connects to 70+ destinations in Iran, the Middle East, Asia, and Europe. Iran Air is so convenient that it is a quick option for the passenger to make bookings. The best flights to book are always available at any particular time. It doesn’t come under the world ranking of biggest airlines but though it is in the list of top 5 under Middle East airlines, you will always end up with a comfortable traveling experience.
- Founded on 24 February 1962, Tehran
- Fleet size 80
- Mostly it flies Airbus aircraft that are both narrow and wide body, with one active Boeing plane.
Fly Dubai
Another Dubai-based airway Fly Dubai stands at 6th among the top Middle East airlines. Fly Dubai is the third largest airline in the country after Etihad and Emirates. If we talk about the cost and expenses, then Fly Dubai is the biggest low-cost airline in the Middle East with its hub at Dubai international airport. This airline connects you with nearly 80 destinations in 50 countries like India, Pakistan, Afghanistan, Russia, Thailand, Ukraine, and many others. Fly Dubai is a government-owned airline that comes under a fine budget with the best facilities and services. You can make bookings easily on the official website of Fly Dubai.
- Founded on 15 March 2008, Dubai
- Fleet size 54
- Mainly Airbus Boeing B7373 aircraft model.
Mahan Air
Mahan air is the Iran based airline that is the second biggest airline in the country. If we talk about the best airlines in the Middle East then Mahan air is there at 7th rank in the list. It is another aircraft with Iran’s flag carrier whose headquarter is in Tehran. Mahan air is a privately owned airline that serves great deals and offers to passengers during flight ticket booking. One of their amazing services is that they provide practical assistance to book a flight ticket online quickly and easily.
- Founded in 1991, Kerman
- Fleet size 53
- Mainly Airbus Boeing and BAE planes.
Air Arabia
Sharjah-based Air Arabia ranks 8th among the Middle East’s top biggest airlines. It is the fourth biggest airline in the country of Dubai with its headquarters at Sharjah international airport. It is also a privately owned airline but with a fine low-cost affordable budget. Air Arabia operates in four other additional hubs apart from the main hub at Sharjah which is in Egypt, Morocco, and two in UAE itself. Last year it operated its services to 170 destinations in the Middle East.
- Founded on 3 February 2003, Sharjah
- Fleet size 43
- Mainly Airbus A320, A321 neo LR aircraft, and many more.
So that was the list of top 8 airlines in the Middle East based on all different factors of ratings the main parameters are safety performance, product quality, and services to the passengers according to the charges. It is incredibly amazing to know that among the top 8 best and biggest airlines of the Middle East 4 are from Dubai, UAE itself from which 2 airlines are also in the list of the world ranking. Dubai is always on the top list when it comes to travel destinations as well as for vacation chill. Now it’s also ruling on the airline management that serves the best comfort to the tourists and visitors from different parts of the world. The four mentioned airlines of Dubai connect to almost all countries of the world. Now with your visa to Dubai, you can start your journey from anywhere around the globe, you will get the booking option on any of these airlines at any particular time.