This Airline Was Voted the Best Low-cost Carrier in the World-Again

"Travelers once again named AirAsia the world's best low-cost airline for 2025, earning the carrier a Skytrax World Airline Award for the 16th year in a row. The Malaysian-based budget carrier flies throughout Southeast Asia and beyond while offering different seat options and bundle packages to maximize savings. With a fleet of more than 200 aircraft, the carrier hopes to become the world's first global low-cost network airline, bringing its big savings to passengers everywhere."

"However, as with most low-cost carriers, passengers should note the lowest fares typically only apply to the seat itself and checked luggage, priority boarding, and seat assignments are generally add-ons. AirAsia offers several bundled fare options, including "Value Pack" and "Premium Flex," which include perks like checked baggage and seat selection. Skytrax's ranking is based on an annual customer satisfaction survey, which asks travelers to choose which airline they consider the best."

AirAsia received the Skytrax World Airline Award as the world's best low-cost airline for 2025, marking a 16th consecutive win. The Malaysian-based carrier operates over 200 aircraft across Southeast Asia and beyond and aims to become the world's first global low-cost network airline. The carrier attracts travelers with consistently low base fares—many Kuala Lumpur to Phuket one-way fares near $40—and occasional flash promotions such as a Free Seats campaign. Lowest fares generally exclude checked baggage, priority boarding, and seat assignments, while bundled fare options like Value Pack and Premium Flex add such perks. Skytrax rankings reflect an annual passenger satisfaction survey spanning more than 100 nationalities; Scoot, IndiGo, Eurowings, and Vueling complete the top five.

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