Qatar Airways has won the PAX International Readership Award for ‘Best In-Flight Duty Free Program’ for the Middle East and Africa at an awards ceremony in Hamburg on 11 April 2018.

This is the second time it has won the award, and has been acknowledged as an industry leader for its outstanding in-flight duty free service, operated by Qatar Duty Free (QDF).

The award recognises the wide selection of luxury and affordable products available on Qatar Airways flights, as part of the airline’s in-flight duty free program, as well as its competitive prices and outstanding customer service.

Qatar Airways’ in-flight offering includes an exclusive selection of luxury brands as well as its in-flight duty free magazine, Extravaganza, introducing passengers to a collection of more than 170 in-flight products including fragrances, cosmetics, skincare, watches, jewellery, fashion etc.

Since January 2018, Qatar Airways’ passengers can utilise QDF’s pre-order service online, available through QDF website, and can order items in advance with onboard delivery.

QDF boasts more than 90 elegant boutiques and luxury, high-end stores, as well as more than 30 restaurants at Hamad International Airport, providing travellers with a world-class shopping experience under one roof.

Luxury brands available at the five-star airport include Gucci, Bulgari, Hermès, Giorgio Armani, Hugo Boss, Moncler, Rolex and Harrods.

Qatar Airways is the national carrier of the State of Qatar. It flies to more than 150 business and leisure destinations with a modern fleet of more than 200 aircraft.