AirAsia Retains World's Best Low-Cost Airline Title for 17th Time

AirAsia has once again been honored with the title of World's Best Low-Cost Airline for the 17th consecutive time at the 2026 Skytrax World Airline Awards. This recognition comes as the airline celebrates its 25-year journey in offering increasingly affordable and extensive air travel options to the public. AirAsia Co-Founder Datuk Kamarudin Meranun emphasized the significance of this award, stating that it reflects the trust passengers have placed in the airline, which they never take for granted.

The Skytrax World Airline Awards, considered among the most prestigious in the global aviation industry, are based on the annual World Airline Survey. This survey, conducted independently, reflects the assessments of passengers from various countries worldwide. Bo Lingam, CEO of AirAsia Group, highlighted that the award underscores passengers' confidence, even amidst uncertainty and geopolitical challenges facing the aviation sector.

As AirAsia expands its presence across ASEAN and beyond, the airline remains committed to connecting more people and destinations while maintaining its focus on earning passengers' trust on every journey.

Skytrax CEO Edward Plaisted praised AirAsia's consistent delivery of quality, affordable air travel, noting that the 17th win demonstrates the airline's performance in the highly competitive low-cost airline industry.