KM Malta Airlines is proud to announce that it has been ranked the 5th best airline worldwide out of 117 airlines in the 2025 AirHelp Global Airline Survey, standing out as one of Europe’s strongest performers.
This recognition highlights the airline’s continued investment in reliability, customer service,
and overall passenger support.
AirHelp’s Top 10 Airlines Overall
1. Qatar Airways – 8.16
2. Etihad Airways – 8.07
3. Virgin Atlantic – 8.03
4. Qantas – 7.99
5. KM Malta Airlines – 7.85
6. Aeromexico – 7.84
7. Oman Air – 7.82
8. Saudia – 7.69
9. Brussels Airlines – 7.66
10. LOT Polish Airlines – 7.65
In its category rankings, AirHelp also found that KM Malta Airlines placed 2nd worldwide for On-Time Performance, a remarkable achievement for such a young airline.
Top 10 Airlines by On-Time Performance
1. Oman Air – 8.8
2. KM Malta Airlines – 8.7
3. Copa Airlines – 8.7
4. Saudia – 8.6
5. SAS Scandinavian Airlines – 8.5
6. Aeromexico – 8.4
7. Kuwait Airways – 8.4
8. LOT Polish Airlines – 8.3
9. Vueling Airlines – 8.3
10. Qatar Airways – 8.3
In the 2025 assessment, KM Malta Airlines delivered strong results across all three categories, particularly in punctuality and customer experience, reflecting steady progress since the airline’s launch. Its presence among the world’s top performers underscores the airline’s focus on reliability and its strengthened support for passengers.
The AirHelp Score evaluates airlines across key performance areas including punctuality, customer satisfaction, and the quality of claims-handling processes, using extensive flight data and worldwide passenger feedback.
“Being ranked 5th best airline worldwide and 2nd worldwide for On-Time Performance are two important milestones for KM Malta Airlines,” said David Curmi, Executive Chairman of KM Malta Airlines. “This recognition reflects the dedication of our entire team and our
commitment to delivering a high-quality experience every day. We are especially proud to stand among the top European airlines in this year’s results. Most importantly, I want to thank our customers for their trust and support. This achievement belongs to them as much as to our people, whose professionalism and care set us apart.”
In its analysis of the top-ranked airlines, Newsbreak (USA) highlighted: “A newer name on the list, KM Malta Airlines earned a score of 7.85. Notably, it has one of the highest on-time performance ratings in the top ten. If you’re planning a European trip (or connecting through Malta), this might be your sleeper hit: intimate service, efficient operations, and
a boutique feel that makes each flight feel less like a transaction and more like a pleasant journey.”
AirHelp is a global travel tech company that supports passengers during their journeys. The AirHelp Score provides a trusted and transparent view of airline performance worldwide. This recognition offers valuable insight into the progress KM Malta Airlines is making and encourages continued improvement across every stage of the passenger journey.
Source: KM Malta Airlines
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