Here's how Canadian airlines rank among the world's best for 2025
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Four Canadian airlines have earned spots among the top 100 in the world — and while only one edged its way into the top 20, some of the nation's air carriers earned definite bragging rights in other categories.
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The Skytrax 2025 World Airline Awards, released Tuesday, are based on the customer satisfaction surveys of about 22 million global travellers, with more than 100 customer nationalities represented and over 325 airlines included in the results.
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Topping Canada's contingent in the top 100 list was Air Canada, which took 19th overall, a significant improvement over the air carrier's performance in the 2024 awards, when it took the 29th spot.
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In another significant milestone, Air Canada was named the best airline in North America at this year's awards ceremony, which was held at the recent Paris Air Show. The airline was also recognized for having the best cabin crew in Canada and North America and took home additional honours for the best low-cost airline for its Rouge subsidiary, and most family friendly airline in North America.
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Air Canada's Signature Suite at Toronto Pearson International Airport was named the best business class lounge in North America and the world's best business class lounge for dining for the second straight year.
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Another Canadian air carrier, Porter Airlines was named 44th overall in this year's top 100 rankings, a significant climb over its 2024 finish at number 57. In addition, Porter was, for the second consecutive year, named the best regional airline in North America.
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