It was followed by Qatar Airways in second place and Singapore Airlines in third. Air New Zealand was lauded for paying close attention to seat comfort on some of the longest flights in the world.
"Legroom is ample on its wide-body planes, and they also boast lie-flat economy seats-or "Skycouch," which becomes a pull-out double bed," CN Traveler wrote.
"Business fliers on a budget can opt for the premium economy "Spaceseat," a pod-like seat with extra legroom. And all classes get that famed New Zealand wine."