Cathay Pacific is third safest full-service airline for 2025

Hong Kong Express claimed the top spot for the safest low-cost airline.

Cathay Pacific emerged as the third safest full-service airline for 2025, according to AirlineRatings.

Air New Zealand led the list, followed by Qantas. Qatar Airways and Emirates shared the third spot with Cathay Pacific. 

“The three-way tie of Cathay Pacific, Qatar Airways and Emirates for third place was derived from fleet age to pilot skill, safety practices, fleet size, and number of incidents scores,” AirlineRatings chief executive officer Sharon Petersen said.

Moreover, Hong Kong Express claimed the top spot for the safest low-cost airline for 2025.

The airline has not recorded any serious incidents and maintains a relatively flawless safety record.