AirAsia flies high with global low-cost leadership awards at the World Travel Awards 2025

Spotlighting airline, network and cabin crew excellence, AirAsia won World’s Leading Low-Cost Airline and Leading Cabin Crew, while AirAsia X was named the World’s Leading Long-Haul Low-Cost Airline

Awards Won
- World’s Leading Low-Cost Airline
- AirAsia secured this title for the 13th consecutive year, cementing its dominance in affordable aviation.
- World’s Leading Low-Cost Airline Cabin Crew
- Won for the 9th time, recognising the professionalism and service excellence of AirAsia’s crew.
- World’s Leading Long-Haul Low-Cost Airline (AirAsia X)
- Retained for the 3rd consecutive year, highlighting its strength in redefining long-haul budget travel.

Why It Matters
- Global Recognition: Reinforces AirAsia’s position as one of the most influential brands in low-cost aviation.
- Consistency: Awards reflect not just innovation but sustained excellence across continents.
- Customer Trust: Nearly 1 billion guests carried since inception, showing strong loyalty and confidence.

Expansion & Innovation
- New Routes: AirAsia X recently launched flights to Tashkent and Istanbul, expanding into Central Asia and Europe.
- Network Scale: Over 130 destinations across Asia, Australia, and beyond.
- Future Plans: Focus on emerging markets in the Middle East and Central Asia, aiming to become the world’s leading low-cost network carrier.

Voices from the Event
- Benyamin Ismail (CEO, AirAsia X): Called the win a “true testament” to dedication and traveller trust, with over 50 million passengers since 2007.
- Suhaila Hassan (Group Head of Cabin Crew): Highlighted the pride and professionalism of every crew member.
- Graham E. Cooke (Founder, WTA): Praised AirAsia’s “unwavering commitment to delivering seamless, world-class travel experiences.”

Key Takeaway
AirAsia’s triple win at the WTA 2025 is not just about trophies—it’s about sustained leadership, global expansion, and the human touch of its crew. The airline continues to set benchmarks in low-cost aviation while pushing into new markets.