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AirAsia Dominates Low-Cost Airlines; IndiGo Soars into Global Top 10!
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CNBC TV18•25-09-2026, 12:51
AirAsia Dominates Low-Cost Airlines; IndiGo Soars into Global Top 10!
- •AirAsia secures the No. 1 spot among low-cost airlines for the 10th consecutive year, flying to 166 destinations across 25 countries.
- •IndiGo makes a significant entry into the global top 10, serving 137 destinations with over 400 aircraft and a strong domestic market share.
- •Scoot (Singapore) ranks second, offering long and medium-haul low-cost flights to 83 destinations as Singapore Airlines' budget arm.
- •Vueling Airlines (Spain) and Eurowings (Germany) secure third and fourth places respectively, operating extensive networks with cost-efficient models.
- •The list highlights other prominent low-cost carriers like Iberia Express, Volotea, Transavia, Flynas, and Allegiant Air, showcasing diverse strategies for affordable travel.
Key Questions Answered
AirAsia based in Malaysia has won the Skytrax title for the top low-cost airline every year since 2010.
IndiGo keeps its fares low through its massive scale, operating an all-Airbus fleet of over 400 aircraft, running more than 2,200 daily flights, and holding a strong domestic market share of over 60 percent.
Scoot cuts costs by utilizing a no-frills base fare where extras such as meals, baggage, and seat selection are offered separately.
