Now more than ever, international airlines are battling for the loyalty of business travelers, rolling out new sleeper seats, transoceanic Wi-Fi access, and spacious work spaces (if you’re not distracted by all the in-flight entertainment, that is).
Here's how the top business airlines, as chosen by Traveler readers, made the cut.
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5. Qatar Airways
Business Travelers' Rating: 82.001
As a launch customer for the world’s newest airliner—the cutting-edge Airbus A350—Qatar has one of the industry’s youngest fleet of ultra-long haul widebodies. With both the A350 and Boeing’s Dreamliner to choose from, business fliers get another bonus: The jets’ composite structure allows lower cabin pressure and higher humidity, which can lessen the effects of jet lag. Qatar is also one of just five airlines to receive 5-star ranking for service by Skytrax.
4. Virgin America
3. Virgin Atlantic
Business Travelers' Rating: 84.761
Ranked #1 for Value, tied with Emirates
Following a reboot of its iconic Upper Class, with fully reclining beds and an in-flight bar, Virgin Atlantic is keeping its edge among tech-savvy transatlantic fliers, getting high marks in the entertainment and website categories. Readers also rated it tops for value: Its premium economy section is frequently voted one of the best in consumer surveys.
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