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The 7 Best Airlines in North America

The best airlines in North America have been announced at the 2019 World Airline Awards. While no North American company made the Top 10, that doesn’t mean there aren’t some amazing airlines in the region.

If luxury is what you’re after – we’re talking spacious legroom, friendly cabin staff and tasty meals – then these are the companies you’ll want to book with. Whether you’re looking for the best flight deals, the airline with tickets at best price or simply the best airlines to fly with, you can’t go wrong with these…

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1. Air Canada

Air Canada has some great inflight food and drink options: on flights to Tokyo (Narita) departing from Montreal, you could enjoy a Japanese meal developed by chef Antonio Park

2. jetBlue Airways

JetBlue flies to 90+ destinations with free inflight entertainment, free brand-name snacks and drinks, lots of legroom and award-winning service

3. Delta Air Lines

From takeoff to touchdown, Delta staff are always there to make sure you have everything you need.

4. Southwest Airlines

Southwest is a great budget airline choice that provides friendly, reliable, and low-cost air travel.

5. Alaska Airlines

Alaska has one of the most valuable loyalty programs in the USA. Plus, Wi-fi will be on all Boeing and Airbus aircraft by the end of 2020.

6. WestJet

Along with its regional subsidiary WestJet Encore, the airline flies to about 90 destinations and is Canada’s largest airline.

7. Air Transat

Air Transat is a low-price airline with cosy inflight features. It flies to 60 destinations in Canada, the United States, Mexico, the Caribbean, Central America, South America and Europe.

Sarah Clayton-Lea

Co-founder of Big 7 Travel, Sarah created the company through her passion for championing the world's best food and travel experiences. Before her career in digital media, where she previously held roles such as Editor of Food&Wine Ireland, Sarah worked in the hospitality industry in Dublin and New York.

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