Korean Air wins two categories at Condé Nast Traveler Awards

Korean Air has been recognized in two categories at the ‘2026 Leaders Choice Awards’ hosted by the luxury travel publication Condé Nast Traveler. The airline ranked 3rd in the ‘Global Airline’ category and 3rd in the ‘Global Airport Lounge’ category.

In the ‘Global Airline’ category, Korean Air saw an improvement in its ranking, moving up from 7th place in both 2024 and 2025 to 3rd place this year. The award for ‘Global Airport Lounge’ specifically recognized the airline’s first-class lounge located at Incheon International Airport, which underwent a renewal in April. The lounge features a central hall inspired by traditional Korean aesthetics, including elements like wooden pillars and beams, alongside 11 private rooms.

The Condé Nast Traveler awards are determined by the votes of hundreds of thousands of readers based on their actual travel experiences.