Emirates Named Best Long-Haul Airline at 2025 Telegraph Travel Awards

Emirates has once again soared to the top, earning the title of ‘Best Long Haul Airline’ at the 2025 Telegraph Travel Awards. Voted by over 20,000 readers, the win underscores the airline’s ongoing dominance in global travel and its commitment to delivering world-class service.

By Jarryd Sinovich

Held at the elegant Pompadour Hotel Café Royal in London, the award ceremony saw Helen Breen, UK Leisure Sales Manager for Emirates, accept the accolade on behalf of the airline.

A Streak of Excellence

This is not a one-off. Emirates also clinched the same award in 2023 and was named ‘World’s Best Airline’ in 2024. The brand continues to top global rankings for punctuality, modern fleet, service innovation, and loyalty rewards. YouGov even listed Emirates among the Top 10 Most Recommended Global Brands of 2025—the only airline on the list.

Elevating the Travel Experience

In the past year, Emirates has significantly expanded its offerings:

• New Routes: Launched services to Shenzhen, Da Nang, Siem Reap, Damascus, and Hangzhou.
• New Aircraft: Rolled out the A350 to 10 global cities with 17 expected by year-end.
• Fleet Overhaul: Completed 61 aircraft refurbishments as part of a $5 billion programme.
• Business Class Upgrades: Debuted 18 new gourmet dishes with premium Champagne pairings.
• Retail Presence: Opened 9 new travel stores across Asia, Africa, and Europe.

Skywards Loyalty Takes Off

Emirates Skywards has also made notable gains:

• New partnerships with Garuda Indonesia and AEGEAN
• Classic Rewards now available on all flydubai flights
• Expanded hotel rewards with Marriott Bonvoy and Accor’s ALL programme

Deep Ties with the UK

Emirates remains a dominant player in the UK aviation market, with 133 weekly flights serving 8 cities. Highlights include:

• 6 daily A380s to Heathrow
• 3 daily A380s to Gatwick
• Daily A350 to Edinburgh
• Growing demand to long-haul destinations like Japan, Australia, and Mauritius

Why Emirates Stands Out

From regionally inspired gourmet meals to 6,500 channels on the award-winning ice entertainment system, Emirates delivers more than just a flight—it delivers an experience. Its multinational cabin crew, luxurious lounges, and modern fleet make it the long-haul airline of choice for global travellers.

As travel demand surges, Emirates continues to define what it means to “Fly Better.”