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Qatar Airways vs Singapore Airlines vs Emirates

Side-by-side scores plus detailed profile breakdowns for ranked airlines on FlightLogic. Only airlines with full FlightLogic ratings can be compared — browse the A–Z directory for all carriers.

Verdict

Of Qatar Airways, Singapore Airlines, Emirates, Qatar Airways scores highest overall on FlightLogic at 9.0/10 (global rank #1).

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Score comparison

Metric Qatar Airways Singapore Airlines Emirates
Global Rank #1 #2 #4
Overall Score 9.0 8.9 8.7
Safety Score 9.8 9.7 9.5
Customer Service 9.4 9.5 8.8
Seat Comfort 9.2 9.0 9.3
Food & Beverage 9.0 9.2 8.5
In-Flight Entertainment 9.1 8.8 9.4
On-Time Performance 8.8 9.0 8.4
Value for Money 8.5 7.8 8.0
Star Rating 5-Star 5-Star 5-Star
Alliance oneworld star-alliance Independent
Hub Hamad International (DOH) Changi (SIN) Dubai (DXB)
Economy pitch 32" 32" 32"
Cabin bag Included — standard carry-on allowance applies Included — standard carry-on allowance applies Included — standard carry-on allowance applies
Checked bag 23–32 kg by cabin (Economy 23 kg) 30 kg economy long-haul 20–35 kg by cabin and route
Wi-Fi Partial — free messaging or select routes/cabins only Partial — free messaging or select routes/cabins only Partial — free messaging or select routes/cabins only
Lounge access Al Mourjan / Al Safwa at DOH; oneworld Emerald SilverKris lounges; Star Alliance Gold long-haul Emirates lounges for Business/First

Baggage, Wi-Fi & policy comparison

Side-by-side passenger policies — baggage, Wi-Fi, legroom, lounges, and loyalty. Verify on each airline before booking.

Policy Qatar Airways Singapore Airlines Emirates
Cabin baggage Included — standard carry-on allowance appliesIncluded — standard carry-on allowance appliesIncluded — standard carry-on allowance applies
Checked baggage 23–32 kg by cabin (Economy 23 kg)30 kg economy long-haul20–35 kg by cabin and route
In-flight Wi-Fi Partial — free messaging or select routes/cabins onlyPartial — free messaging or select routes/cabins onlyPartial — free messaging or select routes/cabins only
Economy seat pitch 32"32"32"
Lounge access Al Mourjan / Al Safwa at DOH; oneworld EmeraldSilverKris lounges; Star Alliance Gold long-haulEmirates lounges for Business/First
Changes & refunds Flexible on published fares; fee + difference on restricted ticketsNo change fee on Flexi faresFlex/Flex Plus allow changes; Saver fares charge fee
Loyalty programme Privilege Club (Avios)KrisFlyerSkywards

Detailed profiles

Qatar · QR/QTR · #1 in this comparison

Qatar Airways

World's Best Airline 2025

#1 Global 5-Star
9.0 / 10
Quick Answer

Qatar Airways scores 9.0/10 on FlightLogic (safety 9.8/10), ranking #1 globally. verified in-flight Wi-Fi averages 8 Mbps on measured routes. Catering: Halal standard on all routes; vegan and no-pork bespoke menus pre-ordered 24h ahead with high success on LHR–DOH

Is Qatar Airways a good airline?

Qatar Airways scores 9.0/10 (Exceptional) on FlightLogic, ranking #1 globally with a safety score of 9.8/10. Qatar Airways leads global rankings with exceptional Qsuite business class, award-winning cabin crew, and a modern widebody fleet serving 170+ destinations. See full profile →

Overall 9.0 Exceptional
Safety 9.8 Maximum Safety
Service 9.4 Cabin crew & ground
Value 8.5 Fare vs product
Star rating 5★ FlightLogic tier
Rating basis Editorial FlightLogic methodology

Score breakdown

Customer Service
9.4
Seat Comfort
9.2
Food & Beverage
9.0
In-Flight Entertainment
9.1
On-Time Performance
8.8
Value for Money
8.5

Key facts

Hub
Hamad International (DOH)
Alliance
oneworld
Founded
1993
Fleet
250 aircraft
Region
middle east
IATA / ICAO
QR / QTR

Passenger policies

Cabin baggage Included — standard carry-on allowance applies
Checked baggage 23–32 kg by cabin (Economy 23 kg)
In-flight Wi-Fi Partial — free messaging or select routes/cabins only
Economy seat pitch 32"
Lounge access Al Mourjan / Al Safwa at DOH; oneworld Emerald
Changes & refunds Flexible on published fares; fee + difference on restricted tickets
Loyalty programme Privilege Club (Avios)

Strengths

  • Qsuite business class with doors
  • Al Mourjan lounge at DOH
  • Excellent long-haul catering

Weaknesses

  • Economy density on some A320s
  • Occasional DOH connection delays

Awards & recognition

  • World's Best Airline 2025
  • Best Business Class
  • Best Airline in Middle East

Singapore · SQ/SIA · #2 in this comparison

Singapore Airlines

A Great Way to Fly

#2 Global 5-Star
8.9 / 10
Quick Answer

Singapore Airlines scores 8.9/10 on FlightLogic (safety 9.7/10), ranking #2 globally. in-flight Wi-Fi is paid or partial on most long-haul routes. Special meals require pre-order on long-haul.

Is Singapore Airlines a good airline?

Singapore Airlines scores 8.9/10 (Excellent) on FlightLogic, ranking #2 globally with a safety score of 9.7/10. Singapore Airlines sets the benchmark for service consistency, premium cabins, and the iconic Singapore Girl hospitality across long-haul routes. See full profile →

Overall 8.9 Excellent
Safety 9.7 Maximum Safety
Service 9.5 Cabin crew & ground
Value 7.8 Fare vs product
Star rating 5★ FlightLogic tier
Rating basis Editorial FlightLogic methodology

Score breakdown

Customer Service
9.5
Seat Comfort
9.0
Food & Beverage
9.2
In-Flight Entertainment
8.8
On-Time Performance
9.0
Value for Money
7.8

Key facts

Hub
Changi (SIN)
Alliance
star alliance
Founded
1972
Fleet
140 aircraft
Region
asia pacific
IATA / ICAO
SQ / SIA

Passenger policies

Cabin baggage Included — standard carry-on allowance applies
Checked baggage 30 kg economy long-haul
In-flight Wi-Fi Partial — free messaging or select routes/cabins only
Economy seat pitch 32"
Lounge access SilverKris lounges; Star Alliance Gold long-haul
Changes & refunds No change fee on Flexi fares
Loyalty programme KrisFlyer

Strengths

  • Book the Cook pre-order dining
  • KrisFlyer loyalty program
  • Changi hub experience

Weaknesses

  • Premium pricing on popular routes
  • Older 777 economy seats on select routes

Awards & recognition

  • World's Best Cabin Crew
  • Best First Class Suite

United Arab Emirates · EK/UAE · #3 in this comparison

Emirates

Fly Better

#4 Global 5-Star
8.7 / 10
Quick Answer

Emirates scores 8.7/10 on FlightLogic (safety 9.5/10), ranking #4 globally. verified in-flight Wi-Fi averages 10 Mbps on measured routes. Catering: Halal standard; special meals 24h ahead on all long-haul

Is Emirates a good airline?

Emirates scores 8.7/10 (Excellent) on FlightLogic, ranking #4 globally with a safety score of 9.5/10. Emirates operates the world's largest A380 fleet with onboard bars, shower suites in first class, and unmatched global connectivity via Dubai. See full profile →

Overall 8.7 Excellent
Safety 9.5 Maximum Safety
Service 8.8 Cabin crew & ground
Value 8.0 Fare vs product
Star rating 5★ FlightLogic tier
Rating basis Editorial FlightLogic methodology

Score breakdown

Customer Service
8.8
Seat Comfort
9.3
Food & Beverage
8.5
In-Flight Entertainment
9.4
On-Time Performance
8.4
Value for Money
8.0

Key facts

Hub
Dubai (DXB)
Alliance
Independent
Founded
1985
Fleet
260 aircraft
Region
middle east
IATA / ICAO
EK / UAE

Passenger policies

Cabin baggage Included — standard carry-on allowance applies
Checked baggage 20–35 kg by cabin and route
In-flight Wi-Fi Partial — free messaging or select routes/cabins only
Economy seat pitch 32"
Lounge access Emirates lounges for Business/First
Changes & refunds Flex/Flex Plus allow changes; Saver fares charge fee
Loyalty programme Skywards

Strengths

  • A380 onboard lounge and bar
  • ice entertainment system
  • Global route network

Weaknesses

  • DXB connection times can be tight
  • Economy catering inconsistent on short sectors

Awards & recognition

  • Best In-Flight Entertainment
  • Best First Class Shower Spa

FAQ

Which is the best airline in this comparison?

Of Qatar Airways, Singapore Airlines, Emirates, Qatar Airways scores highest overall on FlightLogic at 9.0/10 (global rank #1).

How does FlightLogic score airlines?

FlightLogic rates airlines 0–10 across six categories — customer service, seat comfort, food & beverage, entertainment, on-time performance, and value — plus a separate safety score. See our methodology page for the full rubric.

Which airline has the best baggage allowance in this comparison?

Qatar Airways: cabin — Included — standard carry-on allowance applies; checked — 23–32 kg by cabin (Economy 23 kg). Singapore Airlines: cabin — Included — standard carry-on allowance applies; checked — 30 kg economy long-haul. Emirates: cabin — Included — standard carry-on allowance applies; checked — 20–35 kg by cabin and route.

Which airline has free Wi-Fi?

Qatar Airways: Partial — free messaging or select routes/cabins only. Singapore Airlines: Partial — free messaging or select routes/cabins only. Emirates: Partial — free messaging or select routes/cabins only.