16-Time Skytrax Winner: IndiGo’s Consistent Excellence Recognised Again as ‘Best Low-Cost Airline in India and South Asia’

IndiGo has once again proven its dominance in the region with a sweep at the 2026 Skytrax World Airline Awards:

Key Awards
- Best Low-Cost Airline in India & South Asia — marking the 16th time IndiGo has won this title in its 20‑year journey.
- Best Cabin Crew in India & South Asia — recognition of service quality and professionalism.
- Cleanest Airline in India & South Asia — highlighting operational standards and hygiene.
- Best Low-Cost Airline in India — reinforcing its domestic leadership.

Why It Matters
- IndiGo has flown nearly 900 million customers since its 2006 inception.
- Operates the largest network in India, with 40+ international destinations across Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and Europe.
- Flies over 1 million customers every three days, underscoring its scale and reliability.

Leadership Voices
- Willie Walsh, CEO of IndiGo: called the recognition a testament to IndiGo’s “relentless focus on operational excellence and hassle‑free experiences.”
- Edward Plaisted, CEO of Skytrax: praised IndiGo’s “dominant domestic market share” and reputation for affordable, reliable, on‑time flights.

Context
- Awards are based on the largest annual airline passenger satisfaction survey, with 24.8 million entries from 100+ nationalities, covering 300+ airlines.
- IndiGo’s consistent wins show its ability to democratize air travel in India while scaling globally.

This recognition cements IndiGo’s position not just as India’s preferred airline, but as one of the world’s fastest‑growing carriers with a reputation for reliability and accessibility.