Spanish airline Vueling named Europe’s best low-cost carrier for 2026
If you’re booking a Vueling flight from Spain, there is now a rather nice bit of bragging rights attached to […]
Spanish airline Vueling has been named Europe's best low-cost carrier for 2026, according to the 2026 World Airline Awards held in London on September 18. The award beat other major low-cost carriers like Ryanair and EasyJet. Vueling, a major airline in Spain with its main base at Barcelona-El Prat, operates around 100 destinations in 30 countries.
The airline's president and CEO, Carolina Martinoli, collected the award at the ceremony. Vueling was also ranked 39th globally among top 100 airlines, placing it ahead of several familiar names for Spanish travelers. The Skytrax result is based on passenger feedback from 24.8 million responses, representing over 100 nationalities.
Vueling reported an 81.44 percent punctuality rate in 2025, the second most punctual low-cost airline in Europe. The company also had its highest-ever customer satisfaction score during the first half of 2026. Despite winning the European low-cost title, Vueling did not secure the number one position globally, which went to AirAsia.
The award highlights Vueling's improvements in punctuality and passenger experience, making it a significant international recognition for a Spanish carrier amid intense competition in the low-cost airline market.
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