Emirates crowned Airline of the Year 2024 at ShareTrip–Monitor Awards

Dhaka: Emirates took home the highest honor at the ShareTrip–Monitor Airline of the Year 2024 Awards, held at Pan Pacific Sonargaon Dhaka on July 5, winning the Gold trophy in the Airline of the Year category. Qatar Airways and Singapore Airlines followed as Silver and Bronze winners respectively in this flagship category.

The award ceremony, based on feedback from over 3,000 Bangladeshi travelers in an open online survey, reflects Emirates’ continued dominance in international aviation.

Based in Dubai, Emirates has grown into one of the world’s largest international carriers, operating a fleet of over 260 wide-body aircraft—mainly Airbus A380s and Boeing 777s. In Bangladesh, it operates direct flights from Dhaka to Dubai, connecting Bangladeshi travelers to over 130 global destinations. Its strong performance in service, reliability, and brand trust helped secure its place as Airline of the Year.

Qatar Airways representative receiving the Silver accolade in Airline of the Year category—Photo: Monitor

Qatar Airways, the national carrier of the State of Qatar, is widely regarded as one of the most prestigious airlines in the world. A member of the oneworld alliance, it has earned accolades for its premium business class “Qsuite,” award-winning cabin crew, and extensive global network. Operating out of Doha, Qatar Airways currently offers frequent flights from Dhaka. The airline’s excellence in both luxury and economy travel, as well as its consistent Skytrax ratings, earned it the Silver trophy in this year’s awards.

Singapore Airlines official receiving Bronze award in the category—Photo: Monitor

A pioneer in inflight innovation and service, Singapore Airlines (SIA) is globally recognized for its polished customer service, operational efficiency, and high safety standards. Operating from its hub at Changi Airport, SIA is a top choice among Asian carriers. The airline connects Dhaka to Southeast Asia and onward to Australia, Europe, and North America. Known for its premium economy and First Class “Suites,” Singapore Airlines continues to set industry benchmarks, justifying its Bronze win in this highly competitive category.

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