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Qatar Airways vs Singapore Airlines

Side-by-side policy and rating comparison — baggage, Wi-Fi, legroom, lounges, and loyalty programmes.

Verdict

Qatar Airways scores higher on FlightLogic at 9.0/10 vs 8.9/10 for Singapore Airlines. Policy comparison below covers cabin baggage, checked bags, Wi-Fi, and seat pitch.

Comparison data last updated 6 July 2026

Policy comparison

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Policy Qatar Airways Singapore Airlines
Cabin baggage IncludedIncluded
Checked baggage 23–32 kg by cabin (Economy 23 kg)30 kg economy long-haul
In-flight Wi-Fi Partial (messaging/select routes)Partial (messaging/select routes)
Economy seat pitch 32"32"
Loyalty programme Privilege Club (Avios)KrisFlyer
Lounge access Al Mourjan / Al Safwa at DOH; oneworld EmeraldSilverKris lounges; Star Alliance Gold long-haul
Changes & refunds Flexible on published fares; fee + difference on restricted ticketsNo change fee on Flexi fares

Individual profiles

Qatar Airways

QR · Qatar

Expert Editorial Review

FlightLogic score: 9.0/10

Editorial 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

FAQ

Which is better — Qatar Airways or Singapore Airlines?

Qatar Airways scores higher on FlightLogic at 9.0/10 vs 8.9/10 for Singapore Airlines. Policy comparison below covers cabin baggage, checked bags, Wi-Fi, and seat pitch.

Does Qatar Airways or Singapore Airlines include a carry-on bag?

Qatar Airways: Included. Singapore Airlines: Included.

Which has free Wi-Fi — Qatar Airways or Singapore Airlines?

Qatar Airways: Partial (messaging/select routes). Singapore Airlines: Partial (messaging/select routes).

Does Qatar Airways include checked baggage?

Qatar Airways checked baggage: 23–32 kg by cabin (Economy 23 kg).

Does Singapore Airlines include checked baggage?

Singapore Airlines checked baggage: 30 kg economy long-haul.