KM Malta Airlines has been honoured with the 2026 APEX Four StarTM Major Airline award, one of the most respected distinctions in the global aviation industry. The award is presented by the Airline Passenger Experience Association (APEX) and is based entirely on verified passenger feedback.
The APEX Five StarTM and Four StarTM Airline Awards are the only global airline honours determined solely through neutral, third-party passenger insights gathered via APEX’s partnership with TripIt® from Concur®, the world’s most widely used travel-organising app.
For the 2026 Awards, over one million PNR-verified flights were rated by passengers across more than 600 airlines worldwide using a five-star scale.
These ratings were independently certified by a professional external auditing company to ensure integrity and transparency.
This year, APEX raised its ratings criteria significantly, limiting APEX Five StarTM recognition to the top 40 airlines worldwide — less than 7% of all airlines rated. The APEX Four StarTM designation recognises the next 50 airlines globally, representing just 8% of airlines worldwide, including the top 10 low-cost carriers. Together with the 10 APEX World ClassTM airlines, these carriers represent the Top 100 airlines in the world for passenger experience.
“Just 18 months after our inaugural flight on 31 March 2024, we are honoured to be named an APEX Four StarTM Major Airline for 2026,” said David Curmi, Executive Chairman of KM Malta Airlines. “This award is a testament to our unwavering commitment to delivering an exceptional travel experience for our passengers, and we are proud to be ranked amongst the world’s leading airlines.”
The award was officially presented at the APEX/IFSA Global EXPO on 11 September 2025, where airlines and industry leaders from around the world gathered to celebrate innovation and excellence in passenger experience.
This recognition further strengthens KM Malta Airlines’ commitment to continuous improvement and innovation, as the airline continues building a national carrier of choice.
