A Historic Milestone at the Aviation Industry’s “Oscars”
A memorable moment was witnessed at the 2025 SKYTRAX World Airline Awards on June 17, as STARLUX Airlines was officially recognized as a 5-Star Airline, joining the league of only 11 airlines worldwide to have achieved this prestigious standard.
The SKYTRAX awards are one of the oldest and most respected in the industry, often referred to as the “Oscars of aviation” due to their scale and stringent evaluation criteria.
At this year’s ceremony, STARLUX Airlines surprised everyone by setting a record as the fastest airline to attain the 5-star status in the history of aviation, just five years after its first commercial flight.
As of 2025, only 11 airlines globally have been bestowed with the 5-star rating by SKYTRAX – an elite list that STARLUX Airlines has joined in a short time.
SKYTRAX is renowned worldwide as the leading independent airline rating organization based in the UK. They conduct rigorous assessments through passenger surveys and on-site audits, based on hundreds of criteria falling into two main groups: Product Quality and Service Quality.
This year’s SKYTRAX awards attracted over 22 million votes from customers worldwide, with more than 325 airlines being evaluated.
Additionally, STARLUX made a remarkable impression by also receiving the “World’s Most Improved Airline” award. This “double win” is a clear testament to the airline’s significant advancements in service quality, technology, and flight experience, offered by this international airline from Taiwan.
A Five-Year Journey to the 5-Star Airline Title
Despite being a young airline with just five years of operation, STARLUX Airlines has made remarkable strides and quickly established its unique identity with the philosophy of “Luxury Beyond Horizons.” They strive to create exceptionally distinctive flight experiences, believing that every passenger deserves to be treated like a star throughout their journey. To that end, STARLUX provides consistent service quality across all four cabin classes: First, Business, Premium Economy, and Economy – an achievement that only a handful of airlines worldwide can match.
The airline also boasts a modern and uniform fleet, including the latest aircraft models such as the A321neo, A330neo, and A350-900. Their business class is renowned among discerning travelers for offering superlative experiences beyond the ordinary, featuring Michelin-standard cuisine crafted by celebrated chefs and restaurants, and the Galactic Lounge designed to resemble the galaxy.
A spokesperson for the airline shared: “The 5-Star Airline title from SKYTRAX is not just a prestigious recognition but also a testament to STARLUX Airlines’ quality and long-term commitment to pursuing the highest standards and perfecting the tiniest details in our passengers’ flight experiences. Every journey with STARLUX is intended to be a memorable and delightful part of their trip – this is the guiding principle behind all our endeavors.”
Currently, STARLUX operates daily flights from Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi, Da Nang, and Phu Quoc to Taipei, connecting passengers from Vietnam to a comprehensive network of 29 routes, including the USA, Japan, Macau, Thailand, Philippines, Malaysia, and Singapore.
Notably, passengers can conveniently connect from Taipei to North America via flights to Los Angeles, San Francisco, Ontario, and Seattle, with Phoenix (Arizona) being added to the network in 2026.
STARLUX Airlines is a 5-star airline from Taiwan, distinguished by its modern fleet and internationally acclaimed services. Its business class has been likened to an “on-air retreat,” offering unparalleled amenities: fully lie-flat seats with a zero-gravity mode, crisp 24-inch 4K entertainment screens, wireless charging, and Michelin-standard cuisine in collaboration with renowned chefs and restaurants. The galactic-themed lounge further enhances the exceptional experience.
