Turkish Airlines named Europe’s leading airline at World Travel Awards

At the World Travel Awards 2026 ceremony held in Montenegro, Turkish Airlines was crowned Europe’s leading airline. The event, hosted at the Hyatt Regency Kotor Bay Resort, recognized various leaders across the European tourism industry.

Lisbon secured two major titles, winning both Europe’s best city destination and best cruise destination. Other notable winners included Zurich Airport, named Europe’s best airport, and the Spanish airline Volotea, which took the top spot for low-cost carriers.

In Montenegro, the host nation, the Hyatt Regency Kotor Bay Resort received three awards: Montenegro’s leading resort, leading beach resort, and leading conference hotel. Additionally, Kotor was recognized as Europe’s leading tourism destination on the rise.