Over the entire period of development of aviation and air travel there has been observed constant growth passenger transportation in the world. New airlines are being created, old ones are renewing their aircraft fleets, and constantly improving services. Seven years ago it was difficult to imagine wi-fi on board an airplane, but now it is perceived as the norm. New classes of service on board are being created, “business class” and “first” are becoming more spacious and richer, even in “economy classes” airlines are allocating more space for passengers. Due to the high competition in global markets, every airline strives to become the best.
On this moment There are more than a thousand air carriers in the world from different continents and countries. There are basic major airlines, low-cost carriers, as well as those operating charter and cargo flights.
In order for passengers and travelers to make fewer mistakes when choosing a carrier, numerous ratings of world, and specifically regional, aviation companies are created.
What are airline ratings based on?
The ratings are compiled by many different sociological companies, the editors of aviation magazines and online publishers, and the best airlines also maintain their top lists. Basically, they are all based on a survey of passengers, collecting their impressions of each airline individually, the service at airports and on board, and the quality of service. Safety, the number of passengers transported per year, and the reliability of the vessels are taken into account.
The rating is based on a survey of travelers. The questionnaire asked people to indicate their opinions on 49 points on all details of the flight, from the company’s website to the fun of reading magazines on board and the temperature in the aircraft cabin. More than 20 million people from 105 countries were surveyed. More than 320 airlines participated in the survey.
In the latest survey for 2017, the list was topped by Qatar Airways. She is the winner for the fourth time in a row.
Rating of the best airlines in the world
According to the Skytrax company in 2017, the rating of air carriers looks like this:
- "Qatar Airways". The Qatari air carrier tops the ranking of world airlines. The company was established in 1993 and is based in Doha. The fleet consists of 216 aircraft, the main models being Boeing 777 and Airbus A320.
- Singapore Airlines. IN last years receives a five-star rating - the maximum possible among top airlines. It was founded in 1947 in Singapore. It has 115 aircraft at its disposal, mainly operating Boeing 777.
- "All Nippon Airways". Air carrier from Japan. The company was founded in 1952 and is based in Tokyo. Has a fleet of 221 aircraft. It is the main operator of the Boeing 787 model.
- Emirates Airlines. A carrier from the United Arab Emirates, established in 1985 in Dubai. It communicates with almost all countries of the world on 261 ships, in particular on the A380 from Airbus and the 777 from Boeing. World leader in the number of A380s in the fleet.
- Cathay Pacific. Hong Kong airline founded in 1946. Has 143 vehicles at its disposal. The basis is Boeing 777 and Airbus A330.
- "EVA Air". The airline is from Taiwan, began flying in 1989. The fleet size is 72 aircraft, of which the main ones are Airbus A321.
- Lufthansa. The first European company on the list. Began operations in 1955 in Munich. Owns 272 vessels. Of these, the largest number are Airbus A320 and A321.
- Etihad Airways. State-owned carrier from the United Arab Emirates, located in the capital of Abu Dhabi. The fleet consists of 123 aircraft, most of which are Airbus A330s.
- Hainan Airlines. Founded in China People's Republic in the city of Hainan in 1989. It operates 178 vessels, of which the absolute majority are Boeing 737.
- Garuda Indonesia. Named after the bird of the Hindu god Vishnu, the company began flying in 1949 in Indonesia. It manages 142 aircraft, the majority of which are Boeing 737.
- "Thai Airlines". Operating in Bangkok since 1957, the airline owns 76 aircraft. The leading positions are occupied by the Airbus A330 and Boeing 777.
- "Turkish Airlines". Founded in 1933 in Istanbul, they operate 295 vessels. The leader in number is the Boeing 737.
- "Virgin Australia". The very first Australian carrier on the list. It was founded in 2000 in Brisbane by the famous millionaire Richard Branson. Operates 84 aircraft.
- Swiss International Airlines. Swiss airline from Zurich. Established in 2002. Operates 75 aircraft.
- Qantas Airlines from Australia, Sydney. Operating since 1920. The fleet size consists of 123 vessels.
- Japan Airlines, operating since 1951 and based in Tokyo. The fleet consists of 160 aircraft.
- Austrian Airlines, based in Vienna, was founded in 1957 and operates 80 aircraft.
- Air France. Operating since 1933 in Paris. Today it owns 224 vessels.
- New Zealand Airways. Based in Auckland, they operate 56 aircraft.
- Asiana Airlines is from South Korea, based in Seoul. Began flights in 1988. Operates 82 aircraft.
The best airlines from the United Arab Emirates, Emirates Airlines.
Rating of the largest air carriers in Europe
You can also separately highlight the largest airlines in Europe. Russia is represented in it in ninth place, taken by Aeroflot. European airlines are not leading common list the best, but take pride of place. Passengers are most attracted by the quality of service on board, the attitude of the staff and punctuality. Airlines from the Old World prefer to use aircraft from a local manufacturer from Airbus in their fleet.
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- Lufthansa;
- Turkish Airlines;
- Swiss International Airlines;
- Austrian Airlines;
- Air France;
- Finnair;
- Norwegian Airways;
- Aeroflot;
- Virgin Atlantic.
Trends in the development of global airlines
The main trends in the coming years will continue to be a decrease in air ticket prices and an increase in passenger traffic. This mainly concerns airlines from Europe, which prefer not to inflate the price of a ticket, but to work with a large flow of people. Accordingly, their flights are mostly fully booked. Europe also prefers to operate on a hub system, that is, flights are short and with transfers, while American carriers focus on point-to-point flights without stops. Accordingly, in the Old World it is necessary to develop and expand airports to accommodate a large number of transit passengers, and in America the main thing is to increase the size and range of aircraft to operate non-stop flights.
This development system leaves its mark on aircraft manufacturing. Since European carriers prefer their Airbus, the emphasis is on building wide-body large airliners to transport as many passengers as possible over short distances. Whereas in America they prefer Boeing and focus on narrow-body, economical airliners, which are designed for long-distance flights without transfers.
Also, recently, almost all airlines have been trying to reorient themselves or create their own low-cost subsidiaries to reduce prices and increase passenger traffic.
Important! Rating of airlines is a very important task as it makes it easier for a passenger to choose their desired carrier for travel. A big advantage of these ratings is that the travelers themselves are surveyed and indicate what they liked or didn’t like about the specific airline they chose.
Choosing an airline is an important and responsible matter - because it determines how safe and comfortable the upcoming flight will be. This article will help you decide on the choice of air carrier.
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The national airline of Qatar has been confidently holding its position for several years now. In addition to absolute leadership in the world, it is also 1st place in average eastern region- as well as the best first class lounges, the best business class. The company serves 150 destinations all over the world.
This airline is recognized as the best in Asia. Travelers highly appreciated the first-class service, comfort, and safety.
The price level of this Japanese airline is at the level of European ones, and the service and flights are of a higher quality. Among the advantages, reviews often mention punctuality and extremely rare flight delays.
Every day it makes routes on 6 continents, to 62 countries, to 101 destinations. The aircraft fleet is constantly updated. The largest and fastest growing airline in the UAE.
Hong Kong. In the rating, despite reviews of flight delays. Perhaps thanks to the pilots who are professionals in their field - soft, confident, almost imperceptible landing, smooth flight - as well as attentive to passengers and smiling flight attendants.
The specialty of the Taiwanese air carrier is a huge selection of themed products that can be purchased directly on board.
This is not the first year that the German company has been on the list of the best. A flexible bonus accumulation system, punctuality, comfortable spacious cabins, and polite service are the main advantages of this air carrier.
UAE. The airline set out to pleasantly surprise its passengers with oriental hospitality - and they are doing a good job of it.
These Chinese airlines are characterized by rapid growth, high rates of development and progress.
Award for the best onboard staff.
If you choose among Russian companies, then give preference to Aeroflot. Although our company is not included in the top ten, it occupies a good position in the official ranking.
Watch the video: 10 safest airlines in the world
Airlines of China (Top 5)
This is not the first year that the company has been a leader in its homeland, and recently took pride of place in the global top. It is the largest air carrier operating charter and business flights, cargo transportation, operating on all lines and distances. Many employees have VO. Managers of the organization see main goal in creating the most pleasant conditions for each passenger. The company is actively growing and developing, becoming better every year.
- Air China
A rapidly growing state-owned company.
- China Southern Airlines
Leader in the number of transportations; largest airline group in China. Most flights within the country are carried out by aircraft of this particular company, connecting large and small cities, provinces and business centers.
- China Eastern Airlines
Most routes are connected to Shanghai.
- China Northern Airlines
One of the oldest companies with extensive experience.
HA airliners fly from China to Russia (to Moscow, St. Petersburg and Irkutsk).
Which airline is better to fly with?
The most popular destinations.
To Turkey
Unanimously recognized leaders are companies with regular flights and Turkish Airlines.
Except them, good feedback have: , Onur Air, Russia.
In 2017, the domestic airline Pobeda began flying to Antalya. When ordering a ticket a couple of months before the flight, the price is 1000 rubles.
Prices regular flights higher than for charter flights - but regular ones are more reliable and proven.
To Thailand
According to Runet users, the best conditions are with Thai Airlines.
Direct flights from Russia are operated by Thai Airlines, Aeroflot,. The rest fly with transfers.
Air Asia- a fairly well-known low-cost regional carrier, this is a whole group of different airlines. It is popular, has good reviews - but there is one “but”: flights are often postponed and cancelled, everything must be approved in advance.
Bangkok Air- for those who value luxury and expect the highest level of comfort. Expectations are fully met.
They also have connecting flights to Bangkok.
For those who live near the state. border, it is more convenient to get to Thailand by Chinese, European or Kazakh airlines.
The best in Kazakhstan - Air Astana. It is one of the hundred best companies in the world, there are quite a few rave reviews, one of the top ones in the CIS.
To Greece
Excellent reviews from the company Aegean Airlines. Especially suitable for those traveling with children. Helpful staff and spacious, clean interior. Simple and straightforward ordering of tickets on the website, regular flights to Athens and Thessaloniki.
There are also regular flights to Crete, Rhodes and Thessaloniki. Aeroflot- but only during the season - the rest of the time there are direct flights to Athens.
Astra- the most economical option, but much less comfortable. Airplanes are cramped, which is very inconvenient for passengers with small children, as well as tall and fat people. Positive ratings also from.
Most charter flights are operated by Greek airlines, many of which have few planes on staff, and if one plane breaks down the flight can be cancelled. This happens quite often, and it must be kept in mind.
To Malaysia
Unfortunately, it is impossible to get to Malaysia directly from Russia. You will have to resort to the services of European, Asian and Middle Eastern airlines. These are the Qatari, Arabic, Kazakhstani, and Singaporean airlines indicated above.
In addition to already well-known airlines, we can name:
- Australian company Jetstar;
- Silk Air, known in the Southeast region;
- Batavia Air, specializing in flights within the region;
- Filipino Gebu Pacific Air And Zest Air;
- Malaysian airlines Firefly And Malindo Air.
Flights to Malaysia are operated by many companies from the “black list”, whose planes have crashed more than once. In addition to those already mentioned in the list of the worst, these are Orient Thai And One-Tho-Go.
Turkish airlines (Top 5)
- Pegasus
It is very popular all over the world. It is developing at a fast pace. A definite plus is favorable prices. He is punctual. Routes to 97 destinations. Young air fleet,
- Turkish Airlines
The largest air carrier in the world and in Europe (3rd place), very well known and long loved in Russia. It flies to 200 destinations on 6 continents and has a huge fleet. There are practically no outdated aircraft models. This is a permanent member of the top ratings that has stood the test of time.
- Onur Air
Young, but already proven positive side airline. Operates regular and charter flights. The company employs highly qualified employees who provide security and service at a decent level. In addition, ticket prices are significantly lower than other companies operating at the same level.
- SunExpress
A good budget option that flies on the most popular tourist routes.
- Atlas Global
Quite a large air carrier. Operates flights throughout Russia, Europe and the CIS.
Best European Airline
Voted the best European airline, according to travelers.
Our domestic company was awarded in 4 categories - for the best business class, premium economy class, first place in Russia and in Europe. Passengers from different countries give a lot of praise about Aeroflot. In China, the company is recognized as the most beloved foreign company; the British agency Skytrax awarded the company 4 stars; Aeroflot was given five stars by the APEX passenger association from the USA.
Aeroflot confidently takes 1st position in categories such as ticket price, check-in, comfort and service.
Worst Airlines (Top 5)
They were assessed based on the criteria of flight comfort, cabin cleanliness, and staff competence.
- Turkmenistan Airlines
- Sudan Airways
Only works in Africa and the Middle East region. Received the lowest marks on all points, with the exception of seat comfort. Therefore in 2nd place.
- Ukraine International Airlines
Despite good reviews on thematic forums, it takes 3rd place due to low scores in other evaluation categories.
- Uzbekistan Airways
Repeated accidents with loss of life and ill health organized process registration.
- Air Koryo
The only North Korean airlines. Travelers do not like the musical accompaniment in the form of marches and the quality of food.
Worst airlines for safety
Here is a list of those whose planes are in poor condition, often have accidents, pilots and staff were suspected of using drugs and alcohol, who do not comply with international safety requirements, or if aircraft hijackings and other criminal acts have been committed.
- Nepal Airlines
A huge number of disasters with a tragic end. Not professional pilots and outdated equipment.
- Lion Air
Also a lot of collisions. The pilots and crew used drugs. It has a preference for accepting payment in cash; 2 days before departure it stops accepting plastic cards.
- Batrik Air
Subsidiary of Lion Air. Flights over the EU are prohibited. There are known cases of technical problems during flights.
- Citilink
Another Indonesian company. It operates mainly domestic routes; visiting the space above Europe is prohibited.
- KalStar Avlation
The airliners of these airlines did not pass quality and safety controls.
The choice of airlines in the world is quite diverse, and everyone can choose suitable option according to your taste and budget - and most importantly, choose the best one from those offered by various air transportation agencies on the RuNet.
When buying a ticket for a bus, metro, train or plane, you want to be sure of the reliability and safety of transport. Today we will look at the ranking of the TOP 7 best airlines in Russia in 2018 – 2019 in terms of reliability and safety! Reviews, review and much more you will see in this material.
7 best airlines in Russia 2018 – 2019!
Let's take a closer look at the list of presented carriers:
- S7 Airlines:
- Utair:
It's time to take a closer look at them.
Our airline rating begins today North wind, which has been operating on the Russian air transportation market for 10 years and celebrated its anniversary in 2018. Let's start first with the number of passengers over the past year - 3.5 million people, which is a small figure, but quite confident, it is among the top ten airlines in Russia. The company is a subsidiary Pegas Touristik and has 200 destinations, mostly foreign. Based at Sheremetyevo Airport, Moscow
Price: from 14,000 rubles.
A year ago I paid 46,000 for round-trip tickets for a family flight, 2 adults and a child, from Novosibirsk to Sochi. Overall quite good, the flight was not delayed, the price was adequate, the food was good and the seats were comfortable, the staff was polite and helped if anything happened. We still use the services of this carrier.
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The well-deserved sixth place goes to the well-known low-cost airline. It is not distinguished by its quality of service and comfort, but as you understand, it has fairly low ticket prices. average cost ticket is 4000 rubles within the territory of Russia. We can note a big plus constant promotions and various discounts on company tickets. The company began its operations in 2014 and still carries passengers without fail; by the way, their number amounted to almost four million people in 2017. The main directions are the territory of Russia, partly foreign countries.
Ticket price: from 4000 rubles.
I bought a ticket from Moscow to Sochi for one day, the cost was 9800, I sat in it (well, you get the idea). No food, hand luggage only, otherwise you have to pay extra. A year later I flew again from St. Petersburg to Moscow, paid 1500, the difference in price was 8000. In general, a confident low-cost airline, perfect for students or those who fly frequently.
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Utair
Surgut company ranks 5th among Russian companies in terms of passenger turnover and in our rating Utair receives a well-deserved rating. In 2017, the number of passengers amounted to 6.8 million people, higher than the year before by 9%. Regarding the cost of tickets, it is above average. Let's say a flight from Moscow to Istanbul will cost you 35,000 rubles one way per adult. But from Moscow to St. Petersburg the cost is only 3,000 rubles. The main directions within Russia are flights from Siberia to the Central region. The company's fleet has 150 helicopters at its disposal (the largest helicopter fleet in Russia), and for passenger transportation Boeing 737 (400,500 and 800) and Boeing 767-200.
Price tag: from 3000 rubles.
We flew from Moscow to St. Petersburg, the ticket was bought 2 days in advance and cost 4,500 rubles, quite cheap. The service is normal, the planes are the same, the seats are comfortable, we didn’t find anything special.
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Deservedly takes fourth place Ural Airlines, which has been pleasing us since 1993 with its comfort and relatively low prices. According to statistics, last year the passenger turnover was approximately 7.5 million people - quite a lot. The average cost of a one-way ticket will be about 11,000 rubles per adult. The main directions are the territory of Russia and partly abroad: Thailand and China mainly. A large number of flights occur at Domodedovo and Pulkovo. The Ural Airlines fleet consists of three Airbus models: A319, A320 and A321.
Price for tickets: from 11,000 rubles.
In April I flew with this company from Moscow to St. Petersburg, the ticket cost 8,700 rubles one way, taking into account the shortcomings and positive points, I’ll call the company a middle ground, not a golden one, but a middle ground.
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Aeroflot's subsidiary gives broad hopes in the future to get ahead of even S7 and become second in the ranking of Russian airlines. The average cost of a flight will cost you 15,000 rubles per adult one way and along with this you get excellent service, a full lunch or dinner and, of course, the pleasure of the flight. The main flight directions are similar to the main company Aeroflot (see above). In terms of passenger turnover, Russia ranks second, but is inferior in quality of service to S7. In total, last year the number of passengers amounted to 11 million people.
Price: from 15,000 rubles.
We booked a ticket through the Aeroflot website, tickets from London to Moscow (one way) cost us 33,000 rubles for two, bought a month in advance. It’s quite comfortable on the planes themselves, the flight wasn’t delayed, the seats are comfortable and the food is pretty good. You can pay with miles, but some people don’t have this option, unfortunately. Overall I was pleased with the flight and will use it again.
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S7 Airlines
Siberia Company or S7, which has become a household name for many due to the familiar green aircraft used by the company to transport passengers. The main directions we note are movements from Eastern and Western Siberia to the Central regions, that is, Novosibirsk>>Moscow, Vladivostok>>St. Petersburg and other domestic and foreign destinations, Irkutsk>>Bangkok, Vladivostok>>Beijing and so on. The average cost of a two-way ticket across Russia is 18,000 rubles; regarding destinations abroad, the price is relatively inexpensive, 24,000 rubles Well, it depends only on your wishes and wallet.
The company's fleet is in no way inferior to Aeroflot, because it is equipped with modern models: Airbus A320neo, Boeing 737 MAX and many more representatives of aircraft. Speaking about the number of passenger turnover per year, we boldly call the figure 10 million - less than the previous participant in our rating, but more than other Russian airlines.
Cost: from 18,000 rubles.
We flew from Irkutsk to Bangkok with this company in winter. The cost was approximately 26,000 per adult, two ways. The flight lasted 6 hours and throughout the entire time they provided comfortable seats, with pleasant staff and delicious food. We'll fly again.
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The first place in the hit parade is occupied by an airline that has been transporting passengers for more than 100 years. (since 1923). Aeroflot's main directions: Moscow>>St. Petersburg, Moscow>>Berlin, Moscow>>Sochi, Moscow>>Istanbul and other various destinations from the capital of Russia. Quality and comfort are truly the prerogative of the company and complete pleasure for the client. The planes are well equipped, the staff is only professionals, the flight attendants are friendly and friendly, but you will have to pay at least 20,000 rubles, average price ticket of this carrier. Regarding the aircraft fleet, it’s also pretty good: Airbus A320, Airbus A330 and so on.
The Russian airline has one of the best fleets in the world; by the way, Aeroflot ranks 37th in the global transportation ranking as of 2017, according to information JACDEC. It is worth noting that the passenger turnover is 30 million per year - the highest figure in Russia.
Price: from 18,000 rubles.
We flew with Aeroflot to the Netherlands, more precisely Amsterdam. In principle, I liked everything, the staff is always ready to help, no funny situations arose during the flight. For tickets, as far as I remember, we paid 43,000 for two adults in two directions, that is, Moscow-Amsterdam and back. We have been using Aeroflot services for 4 years and have never regretted our choice.
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Where to buy the cheapest air tickets?
Many people ask an immodest question, because everyone wants to somehow save some of the money for the trip or simply do not have enough funds to buy a ticket. Mostly, airline websites will help you here, where you can directly view the list of current promotions and discounts on airline tickets, and you will definitely find the best option for yourself.
Of course, you can use convenient Internet services such as Aviasales, where offers from low-cost airlines are often posted at very tasty prices, sometimes even for 999 rubles, if you're lucky. You can search for a ticket through a well-known service Skyscanner, the optimal (in terms of price and flight time) flight is indicated here. You can call the company directly at toll-free line and book a flight ticket, they will select the most favorable option for you.
Nowadays, traveling by plane has ceased to be a luxury available only to a few wealthy people. Flights are in increasing demand as modern world time has become a very valuable resource. The decline in air ticket prices is due to many reasons, including sharply increased competition.
Just twenty years ago, the main airline was “ Aeroflot", practically a monopolist in the field of air transportation. Now there are several dozen airlines, so each one is trying to advertise itself by offering discounts, bonuses and promotions. Almost all air carriers operate both domestic and international flights. The problem is choosing a stable airline that is guaranteed to fulfill its obligations.
Most often, when planning an air trip, people rely on reviews from friends and relatives who have flown on various airlines, or look for reviews on the Internet. Based on the results of such responses, as well as surveys of tourists, a rating of the most reliable and safe airlines in Russia is created every year.
The evaluation criteria include factors such as:
- ratio of emergency situations and total number flights;
- frequency of flight cancellations and delays;
- flight conditions – level of comfort and service;
- travel recommendations.
Several of the most popular and sought-after airlines operate in Russia, operating many flights daily.
As of 2019, the list of airlines with the highest number of departures is as follows:
- Aurora
- Royal Flight
- NordStar
- I Fly
- Orenburg Airlines
- Yakutia
The annual passenger turnover of these carriers became the largest among all airlines in the country.
The number of flights performed and its own huge transport fleet do not yet guarantee that the carrier will conscientiously and carefully treat its responsibilities and passengers. But grateful user reviews can help in compiling a list of the most reliable airlines in the Russian Federation.
RATING OF THE MOST RELIABLE:
- leader, as always, became Aeroflot;
- second place went to the company Russia;
- on the third is the budget Siberia (S7);
- Ural Airlines came fourth;
- UTair– fifth;
From year to year, the list is repeated almost completely, with variations in airline movements only between the lines. This is due to the consistently high quality of services provided by carriers and confirmed by passengers, as well as a large number of flights, a variety of destinations and our own air fleet.
The airline is almost as popular and famous as Aeroflot, operating great amount air transport every year. In the northwestern region, Rossiya is generally in first place, since the overwhelming majority of flights made from St. Petersburg are carried out by airliners of this company. Russia practically does not allow cancellations or delays of flights; departure and arrival times usually coincide up to minutes, for which the air carrier was included in the rating of the most punctual airlines in Europe.
The company keeps the cost of air tickets at an acceptable level; there are almost no accidents or violations of piloting, since the pilots undergo extensive training and have good experience flights. The results of the technical inspection invariably undergo strict control, and the service on the aircraft themselves is maintained in proper order. The only disadvantage that passengers note is that the aircraft are quite old.
Air carrier "Orenburg Airlines"
One of the oldest airlines, founded in 1932, is consistently on the list of the ten safest carriers in Russia. The airline's aircraft operate both local flights and flights throughout the country, as well as to a number of European cities. Orenburg Airlines is constantly developing new routes, expanding the list of arrival points. The airline's flight prices are quite low, which is a big advantage over other carriers.
Along with this, the piloting of the aircraft is carried out very professionally, and the services provided and the attitude of the staff are always rated “excellent”. Departure punctuality is usually high; flight delays and cancellations occur only due to conditions beyond the control of the company. Users consider paid access to the online check-in service, organized on the airline’s website, to be a significant disadvantage.
The difference between the airline is that its aircraft fly to areas with difficult landing and take-off conditions. The highest professionalism of the pilots allows us to carry out such flights. At the same time, the number of flights to a wide variety of destinations within the country and abroad is steadily growing. Thanks to this policy, Yamal is considered one of the best air carriers in Russia.
Passengers, however, are unhappy frequent delays flights, as well as the too small size of the company's aircraft. It’s quite difficult to spend an entire flight, especially a long-distance one, in close contact with many strangers.
"S7" or "Siberia"
The airline, part of the Oneworld alliance, offers the most attractive prices on air tickets. At the same time, this company’s transport fleet contains many aircraft with a very short service life. Considering that the air carrier has been operating for more than 20 years, this fact provides additional guarantees of flight safety and quality service.
Frequent passengers receive bonuses for each flight made, which ultimately further reduces the cost of plane tickets for them. However, the bonus program also has a drawback that many do not like - if a year has passed since the last flight and no new flights have taken place, the bonus points will expire, no matter how many of them have been accumulated. It is especially profitable to fly on this airline for people living in Siberia. In addition, Sibir operates many direct flights to Asian countries.
In terms of the number of flights and passenger turnover, at one time the carrier was second only to Aeroflot. Since the beginning of the 90s of the 20th century, the flow of passengers using the services of this airline has constantly increased, which allowed it to develop in giant leaps, acquiring more and more new airliners and expanding the directions of their flights.
Aircraft cabins were divided into several classes, and the airline was actively developing its classification of in-flight comfort levels. Discount programs, promotional air tickets and various bonuses allowed users to book flights at fairly affordable prices.
However, judging by the responses of passengers, the carrier often had problems with departure, flights were postponed or even cancelled, and the equipment of many aircraft left much to be desired, not meeting the declared level of comfort. October 2015 was the airline's last month of operation.
"Aeroflot - Russian Airlines"
Of course, a recognized leader among Russian airlines, also widely known in foreign countries. Aeroflot became the first air carrier in the state, and it has not lost ground to this day. The aircraft fleet, which is already the largest even among European countries, continues to expand. The international alliance IATA accepted Aeroflot into its ranks.
Passengers note impeccable service, comfortable seats, accurate flight times, and constantly operating various discounts and promotions. In addition, the airline has its own Flight Control Center, which allows for additional insurance of aircraft in the air, fast response for rare emergency situations.
Among the remaining air carriers, the following airlines can be recommended as reliable and safe:
- UTair is one of the largest companies providing passenger transportation. It offers different classes of comfort on board its aircraft, including even business class with a functioning Internet point.
- Red Wings, equipped with exclusively Russian-designed aircraft. The company has been operating for more than 15 years.
- Pskovavia is a domestic Russian airline that also specializes in the delivery of special cargo - products with a limited validity period, substances with various hazard classes, and representatives of the animal world.
Top 5 airlines in Russia
Air travel safety is one of the most important factors. The reliability of an air carrier is determined by the absence of accidents in recent years, passenger turnover, EASA (European Aviation Safety Agency) certification and membership in international organizations IOSA and ICAO.
Last year, the domestic air carrier Transaero entered the top 20 world airline leaders in terms of reliability and safety, and took first position in the Russian ranking. But in October 2015, the company ceased operations due to bankruptcy. For this reason, Transaero is not included in the TOP 10.
Russia's Flight Reliability and Safety Index 2015 is compiled according to EASA data.
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» (ROSSIYA Airlines) – the domestic air carrier opens its top ten safest airlines of our country based on the results of last year. Rossiya is part of the Aeroflot group of companies. In 2014, Rossiya took fifth position in the ranking of the largest Russian airlines. In 2013, at the Wings of Russia ceremony, she was awarded the “Best Passenger Carrier in Regional Destinations” award. The fleet size includes 25 aircraft. The average age of aircraft is 13 years.
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» (Nordwind Airlines) is a charter airline created by the largest tour operator PegasTouristik. It operates flights to holiday destinations. In 2013, it entered the top 10 largest Russian air carriers. In terms of safety and reliability, Nordwind Airlines was not included in the top 100 in the world ranking, but was able to maintain its position in the top ten in the domestic ranking. The air fleet consists of 20 aircraft. The average age of air transport is 14.1 years.
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"(ORENAIR Airlines) is a subsidiary of Aeroflot. At the end of 2013, the air carrier was awarded “Charter Passenger Carrier”, “Airline of the Year - Passenger Favorites” - 1st place, “Airline of the Year - Passenger Carrier on Domestic Airlines” - 3rd place. The air fleet consists of 19 Boening 737-800 and Boening 777-200 aircraft. The average age of transport is 10.8 years.
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"(Red Wings Airlines) is the only domestic air carrier that operates Russian-made aircraft. The air fleet includes modern 6 Tu-204 aircraft, developed at the A.N. Tupolev, and 5 aircraft called Sukhoi Superjet 100, developed at the aircraft plant named after Yu.A. Gagarin. The average age of air transport is 6.6 years.
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« Aviation transport company "Yamal"» (YAMAL Airlines) – the main air carrier in Yamalo-Nenets Autonomous Okrug and Tyumen region. YAMAL Airlines passed IATA (International Air Transport Association) certification in 2013, confirming its reliability and flight safety. In 2014, the company won three awards: “Best Airline of the Year – Passenger Carrier on Domestic Airlines”, “Airline of the Year – Helicopter Operator” and “Best Passenger Carrier on Regional Routes”. The air carrier was not included in the top hundred of the world safety rating, but took 6th place in the Russian rating. The fleet includes 26 ships, the average age of which is 13.7 years.
13 aircraft
"(Globus) is one of the youngest airlines, formed on the basis of the Siberia ships (S7 Airlines). The company places special emphasis on flight safety and reliability. To achieve this, the security system undergoes regular testing and is constantly improved. Globus cooperates with many travel agencies. Flights on tourist routes are the main activity of the air carrier. The Globus fleet consists of S7 Airlines aircraft and includes 13 Boeing 737-800 vessels. The average age of aircraft is 8.9 years.
68 aircraft
"" (UTair) is one of the largest Russian airlines, which is one of the five largest in terms of passenger traffic. Although UTair was not included in the top 100 safest carriers in the world, it took an honorable fourth place in the domestic ranking. UTair was awarded in 2014 in the category “Best Passenger Carrier on Regional Routes.” Flight personnel regularly undergo advanced training. The aircraft fleet includes 68 aircraft and 145 helicopters. The average age of transport is 11.8 years.
58 aircraft
« Siberia Airlines"(S7 Airlines) is one of the three largest and safest airlines in Russia in 2015. S7 Airlines has won competitions many times. In 2015, the air carrier received the National Geographic Traveler Awards 2015, winning the “Best Russian Airline” category. Among the world's air carriers, Sibir took 94th place in the safety and reliability rating. Part air fleet includes Airbus and Boeing aircraft, total of which there are 58 units. The average service life of air transport is 9 years.
35 aircraft
(Ural Airlines) is one of the leading Russian airlines in terms of reliability and safety. In 2014, Ural Airlines was awarded a triple award in the categories “Best Airline of the Year - Passenger Carrier on Domestic Airlines”, “Best Airline of the Year on International Regular Airlines” and “Airline of the Year - Leader in E-Commerce”. In terms of passenger traffic, the company took 6th place among Russian air carriers. The average service life of the aircraft fleet is 12.5 years. The fleet size is currently 35 air units. Ural Airlines has a gym, which is designed for training flight crews. Here pilots undergo training individual programs, improving professional skills to enhance safe flights. Gym, owned by the air carrier, is the only one in Russia. Only the best airlines in the world have such equipment, for example, Emirates, Lufthanza and others.
167 aircraft
(Aeroflot) – ranks first in safety and reliability among Russian air carriers. At the end of 2015, it took 35th position in air safety in the world ranking of the independent German agency Jacdec. Aeroflot has also repeatedly recognized the best airline Of Eastern Europe. The fleet includes 167 aircraft. This is one of the youngest air parks in Europe and the world. The average age of aircraft is 4.5 years. During the Winter Olympic Games in 2014 Aeroflot became the official air carrier.
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