Africa’s aviation industry is flying higher than ever, with several airlines earning global praise for their service, safety, and innovation. In the 2025 Skytrax World Airline Awards, the continent’s top carriers were recognized based on votes from passengers around the world.
Topping the list once again is Ethiopian Airlines, which retained its crown as the Best Airline in Africa for the seventh year in a row. Known for its expansive global network, smooth operations, and consistent service quality, the airline also won in multiple categories including:
Best Economy Class in Africa
Best Business Class in Africa
Best Business Class Onboard Catering in Africa
The Skytrax Awards are often called the “Oscars of the Aviation Industry” and are based on the world’s largest airline passenger satisfaction survey. Travellers from over 100 nationalities voted between September 2024 and May 2025.
Air Mauritius claimed the second spot, earning praise for its island hospitality and growing network connecting Africa with Europe, Asia, and Australia. RwandAir, South African Airways, and Egyptair round out the top five, showing the growing strength of African carriers across different regions.
Top 10 Airlines in Africa – 2025 Skytrax Rankings
1. Ethiopian Airlines
2. Air Mauritius
3. RwandAir
4. South African Airways
5. Egyptair
6. Royal Air Maroc
7. Kenya Airways
8. FlySafair
9. LIFT
10. Fastjet
these airlines are reshaping Africa’s aviation landscape delivering world-class service.
